HGST Ultrastar Data102 SE4U102-60 Drive Enclosure — 12Gb/s SAS, Mini-SAS HD, 4U Rack-Mountable

The HGST Ultrastar Data102 SE4U102-60 Drive Enclosure is engineered to elevate enterprise storage, delivering unsurpassed scalability, reliability, and performance for software-defined storage (SDS) deployments. Built to meet the rigorous demands of data centers, hyperscale environments, and cloud service providers, this 4U rack-mountable enclosure consolidates density with robust data protection features. Designed to work seamlessly with modern SDS platforms, it provides a flexible foundation for large-scale storage pools, archival tiers, and high-IOPS workloads. If you need a durable storage backbone that can grow with your organization, the Data102 SE4U102-60 is purpose-built to keep your data accessible, protected, and efficiently managed.

• High-density, enterprise-class storage: The Data102 SE4U102-60 is designed to house a large number of hot-swappable drives within a compact 4U chassis, delivering exceptional capacity-per-rack and a scalable foundation for software-defined storage architectures. It’s ideal for building resilient storage arrays, object stores, and large-scale databases where uptime and density are critical.
• 12Gb/s SAS back-end with Mini-SAS HD host interface: Equipped with a 12Gigabit per second SAS backplane and a Mini-SAS HD external host interface, this enclosure offers high-throughput connectivity to modern SAS controllers and storage servers. The fast SAS interface minimizes bottlenecks, enabling rapid data transfer for backup, replication, and streaming workloads.
• Hot-swappable drive bays, redundant power, and intelligent cooling: The Data102 enclosure supports hot-swappable drives, allowing maintenance without downtime. Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and efficient cooling design help maximize uptime and operational resilience, ensuring critical workloads stay online even during component failure or maintenance cycles.
• Enterprise-grade reliability for SDS and cloud environments: Built to support software-defined storage ecosystems, this enclosure delivers consistent performance under heavy I/O, with features designed for data durability, fault tolerance, and scalable expansion. It integrates smoothly with virtualization, containerized applications, and big data platforms that demand dependable storage infrastructure.
• Easy deployment and serviceability in rack infrastructure: The 4U rack-mountable form factor, tool-free drive trays, and modular components simplify installation and ongoing service. Whether you’re deploying new storage or expanding an existing SDS cluster, the Data102 provides a practical, maintenance-friendly path to higher capacity and performance without disruptive downtime.

Technical Details of HGST Ultrastar Data102 SE4U102-60 Drive Enclosure

• Chassis form factor: 4U rack-mountable enclosure designed for data center environments
• External interface: 12Gb/s SAS with Mini-SAS HD host interface for high-speed connections to SAS controllers
• Drive bays: Hot-swappable, enterprise-class bays designed to accommodate large-scale storage needs (up to 60 bays in many Data102 configurations)
• Drive compatibility: Supports SAS/SATA enterprise drives compatible with Ultrastar Data102 backplanes
• Power and cooling: Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and efficient cooling system to maximize uptime
• Management and integration: Optimized for SDS deployments with compatibility across major storage software ecosystems
• Build quality and durability: Designed for 24/7 operation in demanding data-center environments

how to install HGST Ultrastar Data102 SE4U102-60 Drive Enclosure

• Position and rack the enclosure in a suitable 19-inch equipment rack using the provided mounting rails and hardware. Ensure proper airflow and clearance for cooling, power, and cabling.
• Connect the enclosure to your SAS controller or storage server using the Mini-SAS HD external cables. Follow your controller’s guidance for enclosure pairing and zoning to ensure optimal performance and data access.
• Install drives into the hot-swappable bays if the unit is not pre-populated. Use the tool-free drive trays to insert drives securely, ensuring they seat properly in the backplane for reliable communication with the controller.
• Power up the enclosure with the redundant power supplies connected to a stable power source. Verify fans and cooling are operating correctly, and check for any enclosure alarms or indicator lights.
• Configure and manage the storage through your SDS platform or vendor-provided management tools. Update firmware as needed and perform baseline health checks to confirm data paths, redundancy, and performance targets are achieved.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the primary purpose of the HGST Ultrastar Data102 SE4U102-60 Drive Enclosure? It is a dense, enterprise-grade 4U storage enclosure designed to expand capacity and performance for software-defined storage, cloud, and data-center workloads, offering high-density drive bays, fast SAS connectivity, and reliable power and cooling.
• What kind of interfaces does it use? It uses a 12Gb/s SAS back-end with a Mini-SAS HD host interface, enabling high-throughput connections to contemporary SAS controllers and storage servers.
• How many drives can it hold? Configurations in the Data102 family commonly support up to a large number of 3.5-inch drives (the SE4U102-60 variant is associated with 60-drive configurations in typical setups), providing substantial capacity for SDS pools and storage tiers.
• Is the enclosure suitable for hot-swapping and continuous operation? Yes. It is designed with hot-swappable drive bays and redundant power supplies, along with efficient cooling to support continuous, high-availability workloads.
• Can this enclosure be integrated with standard SDS software? Absolutely. It is engineered to work with major SDS platforms and enterprise storage ecosystems, enabling flexible deployment, data resilience, and scalable growth.
• How do I install and maintain this enclosure? Install the enclosure in a compatible rack, connect to a SAS controller via Mini-SAS HD cables, populate drive trays if needed, power on, and manage through your SDS management tools with firmware updates as part of routine maintenance.