Description
iStarUSA 4U Compact Stylish 5x3.5" Hotswap Rackmount Chassis
Designed for modern data environments, the iStarUSA 4U Compact Stylish 5x3.5" Hotswap Rackmount Chassis blends innovative engineering with enterprise-ready versatility. This chassis is built to maximize storage density without compromising accessibility or reliability, making it an ideal foundation for small-to-mid size servers, NAS appliances, media servers, or braced data workplaces. Its clean lines and durable construction reflect a commitment to professional aesthetics and robust performance, ensuring your rack looks as sharp as it runs. The design emphasizes customization and satisfaction—two core values that guide every iStarUSA product—so you can tailor this chassis to fit your branding, workflow, and growth trajectory. From the moment you open the rack, you’ll notice thoughtful details that support quick maintenance, simplified drive upgrades, and dependable operation in demanding environments. Whether you’re deploying a high-availability storage array or a compact server cluster, this 4U chassis delivers the reliability and scalability you need while maintaining a compact footprint that fits into standard 19-inch racks.
- Dense 4U rackmount form factor with 5x3.5" hot-swap bays: This chassis packs five 3.5" drive bays into a 4U enclosure, delivering impressive storage density for your NAS, backup, or RAID-enabled server. The hot-swap design minimizes downtime by allowing drive replacements without powering down your system. Built to align with standard 19" racks, it ensures a clean, professional rack presentation with consistent airflow and cable management.
- Tool-less drive trays and modular drive caddies: Each 3.5" bay features tool-less trays for quick drive installation and maintenance. The modular caddies simplify drive swaps, upgrades, and expandability, lowering maintenance windows and enabling rapid reconfigurations as your storage needs evolve.
- Optimized cooling and airflow for 24/7 operation: The chassis is engineered with vented panels, strategic air channels, and mounting options for additional fans to support robust cooling. This ensures sustained performance under load, reduces thermal throttling, and helps protect your drives and server components in high-heat environments.
- Premium construction with enterprise-ready reliability: Built from durable steel with a durable, wear-resistant finish, this chassis is designed for long-term service in data centers, offices, and lab environments. The solid construction minimizes vibration and noise, helping your rack stay calm under pressure while supporting reliable operation over time.
- Customize for branding and enterprise deployments: The design emphasizes customization and branding so you can tailor the chassis to your corporate identity. This includes options for branding, compatibility with enterprise accessories, and a focus on dependable service to support branded deployments and scalable growth.
Technical Details of iStarUSA 4U Compact Stylish 5x3.5" Hotswap Rackmount Chassis
- Form factor: 4U rackmount chassis designed for standard 19" racks
- Drive bays: 5x 3.5" hot-swap bays for convenient drive replacement
- Drive interfaces: Supports common SATA/SAS backplanes compatible with 3.5" drives
- Drive trays: Tool-less 3.5" drive trays for quick installation and maintenance
- Construction: Heavy-duty steel chassis with a durable powder-coated finish for longevity and aesthetics
How to install iStarUSA 4U Compact Stylish 5x3.5" Hotswap Rackmount Chassis
Follow these practical steps to install your chassis into a standard 19" rack and configure your drives for reliable operation. This guide assumes you have compatible drives and a compatible backplane for the 5 hot-swap bays.
- Prepare and verify: Unpack the chassis and verify all components are present. Inspect the rails, mounting hardware, and drive trays. Ensure you have compatible 3.5" drives ready for installation.
- Mount in the rack: Attach the rack ears or rails according to your rack’s depth and mounting pattern. Secure the chassis to the rack with appropriate screws, ensuring solid mounting and level alignment for smooth operation.
- Install the backplane and drives: If a backplane is included, install it securely and connect any required data and power cables. Slide each 3.5" drive into a tool-less tray, then insert the trays into the hot-swap bays until they click into place.
- Connect power and data: Attach power cables to the chassis power supply or connector, and connect data cables from the backplane to the motherboard or storage controller. Maintain clean, organized cabling to maximize airflow.
- Verify, configure, and test: Power on and enter the BIOS or storage controller utility to verify drive detection. Configure RAID or JBOD as needed, test hot-swap functionality, and perform a basic burn-in test to confirm stability.
- Optimize cooling and maintenance: Arrange fans (if optional) for optimal airflow, route cables for unobstructed air paths, and label drives for easy future maintenance and upgrades.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: How many drives can I install in this chassis? A: The chassis is designed for five (5) x 3.5" drives in hot-swap bays, enabling flexible storage configurations for RAID, backups, or large-scale media libraries.
- Q: Does the chassis come with a power supply? A: Power supplies are typically configured per system requirements and may be separate from the chassis. Verify your build to ensure you have a compatible power solution for 4U 19" rack deployments.
- Q: Is the chassis compatible with standard rack installations? A: Yes. The 4U form factor is designed for standard 19" racks with appropriate mounting hardware and rails, making it suitable for professional data centers and office environments.
- Q: Can I customize the branding of this chassis? A: The product line emphasizes customization for branded enterprise deployments, allowing your organization to align hardware with corporate identity and requirements.
- Q: What cooling options are available? A: The chassis includes vented panels and space for additional fans to optimize airflow for continuous operation. The exact configuration can be tailored to your thermal needs and workload demands.
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