HGST Ultrastar Data60 SE-4U60-12P06 Drive Enclosure: 12Gb/s SAS, 4U Rack-Mountable

The HGST Ultrastar Data60 SE-4U60-12P06 Drive Enclosure is a purpose-built enterprise storage solution designed to meet the demanding needs of large-scale data centers, cloud service providers, and system integrators. Built for reliability, scalability, and efficient operation, this 4U rack-mountable enclosure delivers a high-density storage platform that can host up to 60 hot-swappable drives, enabling organizations to consolidate vast amounts of data with ease. With a 12Gb/s SAS host interface, it is engineered to deliver robust performance, streamlined management, and superior serviceability in continuous-operation environments. Whether you’re architecting a private cloud, implementing a hyperscale storage backbone, or expanding an existing data center, the Data60 SE provides the flexibility and resilience required to drive your data-driven initiatives forward.

• High-density capacity: 60 hot-swappable drive bays in a compact 4U chassis design maximize rack efficiency and reduce footprint while expanding your total storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or performance.
• 12Gb/s SAS host interface: Optimized throughput and low-latency data access between the enclosure and your storage controllers, enabling faster data ingestion, streaming workloads, and high-velocity backup operations.
• Enterprise-grade reliability: Redundant power and cooling, hot-swappable components, and rugged enclosure construction deliver consistent uptime for mission-critical applications and service-level objectives.
• Flexible drive compatibility: Supports a wide range of 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives, allowing mixed configurations of hard disk drives and solid-state drives to balance performance, capacity, and TCO.
• Discreet management and serviceability: Designed for easy front-access drive installation, modular components, and straightforward maintenance to minimize downtime during upgrades or replacements.

Technical Details of HGST Ultrastar Data60 SE-4U60-12P06 Drive Enclosure

• Form Factor: 4U rack-mountable enclosure designed for standard 19-inch data center racks.
• Drive Bays: 60 hot-swappable bays capable of housing 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives to provide flexible density and capacity planning.
• Host Interface: 12Gb/s SAS interface to support high-speed connections to storage controllers, expanders, and HBAs in enterprise environments.
• Backplane: 60-drive SAS/SATA backplane engineered for reliable, scalable throughput and straightforward expansion as storage needs grow.
• Power: Redundant hot-swappable power supplies to ensure continuous operation and minimize risk of downtime due to power failure.
• Cooling: Redundant cooling fans designed to maintain optimal temperatures for dense, high-activity workloads and to extend component life.
• Management: Built-in enclosure management features with compatibility for standard enterprise monitoring and alerting practices, enabling proactive maintenance and quick issue resolution.
• Environmental Range: Engineered to perform reliably in data center environments, with considerations for thermal, electrical, and acoustic requirements typical of enterprise deployments.
• Warranty: Enterprise-grade support options aligned with HGST Ultrastar products to help protect your investment and maximize uptime.

how to install HGST Ultrastar Data60 SE-4U60-12P06 Drive Enclosure

Begin by selecting a compatible 19-inch rack, ensuring adequate space for front-access drive trays and rear cabling. Install the enclosure in the rack using the included mounting rails, securing it firmly to prevent vibration and to meet mechanical load requirements. Connect the 12Gb/s SAS host interface from your storage controller or PCIe SAS expander to the enclosure’s external SAS port, using compliant cabling and appropriate length to avoid signal degradation. Install your drives into the 60 hot-swappable bays, ensuring each drive is firmly seated in its tray and that the trays are properly locked for safety. Connect the redundant power supplies to a reliable power source, then populate the enclosure with the necessary cooling components or verify that the built-in cooling system is active for your operating environment. Once hardware is in place, power up the unit and access the enclosure management interface to verify component status, fan speeds, and temperature readings. Finally, configure your storage software or RAID controller to recognize the new enclosure, assign drive roles, and begin allocating storage pools according to your workload requirements. Regularly monitor health and performance through the management tools to maintain peak reliability and efficiency.

Frequently asked questions

Q: How many drives can be installed in the enclosure?
A: The HGST Ultrastar Data60 SE-4U60-12P06 supports up to 60 hot-swappable drives in a single 4U enclosure, delivering high-density storage suitable for data-intensive environments.

Q: What type of drives are supported?
A: The enclosure is designed for 3.5-inch SAS/SATA drives. This flexibility allows you to mix HDDs and SSDs to optimize performance, capacity, and cost based on workload needs.

Q: What kind of interface does it use?
A: It features a 12Gb/s SAS host interface, providing high-throughput connectivity to storage controllers, HBAs, or SAS expanders in enterprise data-center architectures.

Q: Is there redundancy for power and cooling?
A: Yes. The enclosure includes redundant hot-swappable power supplies and redundant cooling fans to maximize uptime and minimize the risk of thermal or power-related outages.

Q: How do I manage and monitor the enclosure?
A: The Data60 SE includes built-in enclosure management capabilities compatible with standard enterprise monitoring tools. This enables proactive health checks, alerting, and performance monitoring to support SLA commitments and rapid issue diagnosis.