RAIDage JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 4-Bay External SAS/SATA Drive Enclosure

The RAIDage JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 is a high-performance external storage tower engineered to maximize capacity and deliver reliable, scalable data performance. Designed for professionals who demand flexible RAID configurations, this 4-bay enclosure combines SAS/SATA compatibility with a compact, industry-grade Mini-SAS HD host interface. Its robust construction and efficient cooling system make it suitable for data centers, editing suites, virtualization hosts, and backups where dependable storage expansion is essential. Featuring a distinctive black chassis with red accents, the JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 blends professional aesthetics with practical engineering, delivering organized storage, straightforward drive management, and solid thermal performance for sustained workloads. Whether expanding a server room, building a media library, or provisioning a high-availability storage pool, this external tower is built to support modern data workflows with ease and reliability.

• Seamless 4-bay external storage expands capacity by accommodating up to four SAS or SATA drives in a single, compact tower. This configuration enables you to tailor your storage pool to evolving data needs, mixing drive capacities for flexible capacity planning while maintaining centralized, easy-to-manage storage that integrates smoothly with your existing server or workstation. The enclosure is designed to support RAID configurations, providing a straightforward path to improved performance, redundancy, and data protection without requiring a separate chassis or complex wiring. Ideal for archiving, video editing workloads, or data-intensive analytics, the JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 offers scalable storage density with a compact footprint that fits remote offices, data centers, or production environments.
• High-speed data transfer with 12 Gb/s SAS and SATA/600 compatibility ensures exceptional throughput for demanding workloads. The SAS backplane delivers the bandwidth needed for rapid large-file transfers, faster backups, and responsive database operations, while SATA drives remain compatible for cost-effective storage options. The built-in Mini-SAS HD host interface (SFF8644) provides a reliable, high-density connection to servers, storage controllers, or expansion cards, enabling clean cabling and stable performance in busy environments. This combination is particularly advantageous for media professionals, engineers, and IT teams who need dependable throughput for editing, file hosting, virtualization, and disaster recovery workflows.
• Efficient thermal management with an 80mm cooling fan helps sustain performance during extended workloads. The cooling solution is designed to optimize airflow across the four drive bays and internal components, reducing thermal throttling and extending drive longevity. In environments with continuous data transfer, render tasks, or multi-user access, effective cooling translates to steadier performance, lower noise profiles, and greater reliability—key factors for maintaining productivity and avoiding bottlenecks during peak operation windows.
• Robust, purpose-built enclosure design combines practical features with a professional aesthetic. The RAIDage JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 is engineered as a dedicated external tower with a durable chassis finished in black with red accents for a distinctive, enterprise-ready look. The four-bay backplane supports a mix of SAS and SATA drives, enabling flexible configurations to balance performance, capacity, and budget. The exterior is designed for straightforward integration into existing IT infrastructure, with accessible drive bays, clean cable routing to the Mini-SAS HD connector, and a compact footprint that complements rack or desktop deployments in data centers, editing suites, or lab environments.
• Flexible RAID-ready storage for data protection, backups, and scalable workflows. This external enclosure is purpose-built to host RAID configurations, allowing you to implement redundancy to protect critical data, optimize recovery times, and balance performance with capacity. Whether mirroring important files, striping large datasets for speed, or blending drive types to achieve a tailored storage solution, the JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1 provides a solid hardware foundation for resilient storage architectures that support business continuity, high-availability requirements, and evolving data governance needs.

Technical Details of RAIDage JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1

• Model: JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1
• Bays: 4 external SAS/SATA drive bays
• Storage interface: 12 Gb/s SAS with SATA/6 Gb/s compatibility
• Host interface: Mini-SAS HD (SFF8644)
• Connector: SFF8644
• Cooling: 80 mm cooling fan for thermal management
• Form factor: External drive enclosure / storage tower
• Color/design: Black enclosure with red accents
• Primary use: RAID configurations and scalable storage expansion

how to install RAIDage JAGE5BT4HDRD-M1

• Power down your server or workstation and prepare your SAS/SATA drives, ensuring they are properly labeled and compatible with your RAID controller. Open the enclosure and install up to four drives into the hot-swappable bays, following the drive tray orientation and backplane guidelines to ensure proper seating and secure engagement.
• Connect the drives to the internal backplane and secure all cables, then connect the enclosure’s Mini-SAS HD host connector (SFF8644) to your server or expansion card using a compatible Mini-SAS HD cable. Confirm a firm, clean connection to prevent intermittent link issues and ensure reliable data transfers.
• Attach the enclosure to a power supply and power on the system. If your server controller requires driver installation or firmware updates, complete these steps according to your hardware vendor’s recommendations to ensure optimal compatibility and performance.
• Enter your RAID controller software or BIOS utility to initialize the new drives and configure your desired RAID level(s). The 4-bay architecture supports a range of configurations; choose levels that balance performance, redundancy, and capacity to suit your workload and data protection needs.
• Verify drive recognition, available capacity, and RAID status. Run a short diagnostic or consistency check if your RAID utility supports it, and set up monitoring alerts if desired. Finally, ensure the operating system has detected the volume and configure any required mount points or storage pools for your applications and workflows.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many drives does this enclosure support? A: It supports up to four SAS/SATA drives in an external tower configuration.
• Q: What interfaces are provided for connection? A: It features a 12 Gb/s SAS interface with SATA/6 Gb/s compatibility and a Mini-SAS HD host interface using the SFF8644 connector.
• Q: What cooling features does it include? A: An 80 mm cooling fan helps maintain steady temperatures during extended operations, supporting reliable performance.
• Q: Is it suitable for RAID configurations? A: Yes, the enclosure is designed to support RAID configurations to optimize data protection, performance, and storage efficiency.
• Q: What colors or styling does it have? A: The enclosure is designed in Black with Red accents, offering a professional aesthetic for data centers and workspaces.