HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure - 12Gb/s SAS Host Interface - 4U Rack-mountable

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HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure - 12Gb/s SAS Host Interface - 4U Rack-mountable

The HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure is engineered for data centers that demand density, reliability, and scalable storage expansion. Designed around a high-density 4U chassis, this enclosure delivers a compelling mix of low power consumption and high availability, making it ideal for workloads that require sustained throughput and long-term operational resilience. With a focus on efficiency and manageability, the 4U60 supports a substantial number of Ultrastar 3.5-inch drive modules, enabling data-intensive environments to scale without compromising performance or reliability. Whether you’re creating a private cloud, expanding a back-end storage pool, or building a large-scale archiving solution, the HGST 4U60 is built to deliver consistent, cost-effective storage capacity in a compact footprint.

  • Ultra-dense, scalable storage – A 4U enclosure that accommodates up to 60 Ultrastar 3.5-inch drive modules, delivering expansive capacity within a compact rack footprint. This density makes it possible to create large storage pools while minimizing data center footprint and cabling complexity.
  • 12Gb/s SAS host interface – High-speed SAS connectivity ensures fast data transfer rates between the enclosure and host controllers, helping you maximize throughput for demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and media workflows.
  • 4U rack-mountable design – Precisely engineered for data center racks, the 4U60 combines rugged construction with streamlined scalability. Its rack-friendly form factor simplifies deployment in existing data center environments while enabling straightforward expansion as storage needs grow.
  • High availability and reliability – The enclosure is built with redundancy in mind, featuring hot-swappable drive bays and power components to minimize downtime. Durable cooling and power architecture work together to maintain performance and protect data integrity in continuous-operation workloads.
  • Versatile host support – Designed to connect to multiple host systems, the 4U60 supports up to multiple SAS hosts, enabling flexible storage front-end configurations and easing integration into multi-controller or storage-area networks. This versatility helps maximize uptime and simplify data migration across hosts.

Technical Details of HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure

  • Enclosure type: 4U rack-mountable drive enclosure designed for high-density storage.
  • Drive bays: Up to 60 Ultrastar 3.5-inch drive modules in a single chassis.
  • Host interface: 12Gb/s SAS host interface for fast, reliable data transfer to and from storage controllers.
  • Host connectivity: Supports multiple SAS hosts to enable flexible front-end configurations and reduced downtime during maintenance or upgrades.
  • Drive access: Hot-swappable drive bays for rapid maintenance without powering down the system.
  • Power: Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies to maximize availability and minimize planned downtime.
  • Cooling: Redundant cooling design with strategically placed fans to ensure consistent airflow across all bays.
  • Management: Supports integration with standard storage management tools and controllers used in enterprise environments.
  • Dimensions: 4U height to fit standard 19-inch racks; designed for straightforward integration into existing data-center layouts.
  • Environmental: Built to operate within typical data-center temperature and humidity ranges, with attention to noise and vibration management in rack deployments.

how to install HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure

  • Prepare your rack – Ensure you have a compatible 19-inch rack with adequate cooling and power provisions. Confirm rack space for a 4U enclosure and verify clearance for cabling and airflow.
  • Mount the enclosure – Install the 4U60 into the rack using appropriate rails and mounting hardware. Secure the chassis to minimize movement during operation and service.
  • Connect power – Attach redundant power supplies and verify proper power sequencing. Ensure clean power delivery with uninterruptible power if available.
  • Connect SAS host interfaces – Run SAS cables from your storage controllers to the enclosure’s host interface ports. If connecting to multiple hosts, follow your architectural design to map paths efficiently and maintain redundancy.
  • Install drives and configure – If drives are not pre-installed, slide Ultrastar 3.5-inch drives into bays, ensuring proper seating. Power up the enclosure and configure through your storage management software or controller firmware to present the drives to hosts, create RAID or storage pools, and assign namespaces as required.
  • Verify operation – Confirm drive detection across all bays, verify hot-swap functionality by removing and replacing a test drive, and run a baseline performance and health check to ensure the system meets your SLAs.
  • Document and monitor – Record cabling topology, host mappings, and controller settings. Set up monitoring for drive temperatures, fan speeds, and power consumption to maintain visibility and proactive maintenance.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the HGST 4U60 Drive Enclosure? – A high-density 4U storage enclosure capable of housing up to 60 Ultrastar 3.5-inch drives, featuring a 12Gb/s SAS host interface and designed for scalable, high-availability data-center storage deployments.
  • How many hosts can connect to the enclosure? – The design supports connections to multiple SAS hosts, enabling flexible deployments across clustered or multi-controller environments.
  • Are the drive bays hot-swappable? – Yes. The 4U60 enclosure provides hot-swappable drive bays to minimize downtime during maintenance or drive replacement.
  • Is power redundancy available? – Yes. The enclosure includes redundant, hot-swappable power supplies to maximize uptime and reliability in mission-critical workloads.
  • What kind of environments is this enclosure best suited for? – It’s ideal for data centers needing high-density capacity, scalable storage pools, and reliable performance for virtualization, databases, backup, archiving, and large-scale analytics.

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