Description
iStarUSA E Storm E306L-B5SA Rugged System Cabinet
The iStarUSA E Storm E306L-B5SA is a rugged, high-capacity rackmount chassis built for reliability in demanding environments. Designed to support versatile storage configurations and robust cooling, this cabinet is ideal for data centers, edge deployments, industrial applications, and enterprise workloads that require resilient, serviceable storage infrastructure. With a thoughtful balance of drive bays, hot-swap capability, and efficient airflow, the E306L-B5SA delivers both performance and accessibility—perfect for RAID configurations, multi-drive arrays, and mission-critical systems.
- 5 x 3.5" hot-swap drive bays designed for quick maintenance and flexible RAID configurations, enabling fast drive replacements without powering down or removing the chassis.
- 3 x 5.25" drive bays provide additional expansion options for optical drives, tape devices, or other auxiliary storage media, helping you consolidate equipment in a single rackmount solution.
- 3 x 3.5" drive bays that support additional internal storage or specialized drives, expanding capacity without sacrificing rack space or airflow efficiency.
- Cooling performance driven by four 80mm fans and two 60mm fans for optimized airflow across the front-to-back path, helping prevent heat damage to critical equipment and maintain consistent performance under load.
- Rugged, purpose-built design tailored for reliability in challenging environments, with front-access maintenance and a layout that supports straightforward service, cable management, and RAID-ready storage configurations.
Technical Details of iStarUSA E Storm E306L-B5SA Rugged System Cabinet
- Drive bays: 5 x 3.5" hot-swap bays; 3 x 5.25" bays; 3 x 3.5" bays
- Cooling system: Includes four 80mm fans and two 60mm fans to support efficient airflow and heat dissipation
- Chassis orientation: Rackmount chassis designed for standard 19-inch racks
- Purpose: Built to support RAID configurations and scalable storage deployments in demanding environments
- Construction concept: Rugged system cabinet engineered for reliability, accessibility, and serviceability in professional settings
How to install iStarUSA E Storm E306L-B5SA Rugged System Cabinet
Installing the E Storm E306L-B5SA is focused on secure rack integration, drive access, and ensuring optimal cooling for long-term reliability. Follow these practical steps to mount and deploy this rugged system cabinet in your data center, lab, or industrial environment:
- Prepare your rack and workspace. Verify that your rack is a standard 19-inch rack and that you have compatible mounting rails or lugs. Ensure the mounting area is clean and free of obstructions to allow proper airflow around the chassis.
- Mount the cabinet in the rack. Align the E306L-B5SA with the rack rails and secure it using the appropriate screws or mounting hardware. Confirm that the chassis sits evenly and is stable before proceeding.
- Install drives into hot-swap bays. If you are populating the five 3.5" hot-swap bays, use compatible drive trays to slide drives into the front bays. The hot-swap design simplifies maintenance; ensure each drive is firmly seated and connected to the backplane as required for your RAID configuration.
- Configure expansion and RAID strategy. Once drives are installed, connect any required backplane or controller interfaces per your storage plan. Set up your RAID array according to your operating system or RAID controller guidelines, and verify drive recognition in the RAID utility or OS storage manager.
- Finalize cooling and cabling. Route power, data, and management cables neatly to maintain unobstructed airflow. Confirm that all fans are operational and that intake and exhaust paths are clear to maximize cooling efficiency and minimize heat buildup during sustained workloads.
Frequently asked questions
- What drive configurations does the E306L-B5SA support? It features 5 x 3.5" hot-swap bays, 3 x 5.25" bays, and 3 x 3.5" bays to accommodate a variety of RAID and expansion setups, making it suitable for enterprise storage, virtualization, and data-intensive applications.
- How is cooling managed? The chassis ships with four 80mm fans and two 60mm fans, delivering a multi-point cooling solution designed to sustain performance under load and protect components from heat-induced failures.
- Is this cabinet rack-mountable? Yes. The E306L-B5SA is built as a rackmount chassis compatible with standard 19-inch racks, enabling easy integration into existing data-center racks or industrial installations.
- Can I use this cabinet for RAID configurations? Yes. The drive bays and hot-swap design are intended to support RAID configurations, enabling you to configure redundancy, performance, and storage capacity according to your needs.
- What maintenance considerations should I plan for? Plan for airflow management, dust filtration (if applicable to your environment), and routine inspection of drive trays and backplane connections to preserve performance and reliability in rugged settings.
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