The IBM TotalStorage DS400 storage enclosure, part number 17001RS, is a reliable and durable unit designed for mid-range and small enterprise environments. This external storage enclosure offers essential storage management features, making it an excellent choice for businesses requiring scalable and flexible storage solutions. The IBM DS400 is part of the IBM TotalStorage family, known for its balance of cost-effectiveness and performance.
With the 17001RS IBM TotalStorage DS400, users can expect efficient high-availability data storage through its modular and compact design. The DS400 is designed to support a wide range of drives and can be used in both RAID configurations and JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks) setups, depending on the storage requirements. It offers multiple interfaces for connectivity, ensuring easy integration into different system environments.
The DS400 is designed with enterprise-grade redundancies in power supplies and fan modules, which helps to minimise downtime in critical applications. Hot-swappable components allow users to replace elements without shutting down the enclosure, significantly reducing maintenance time. The enclosure is also capable of online capacity expansion, allowing the addition of new drives as business storage needs grow.
This storage enclosure is highly scalable, supporting multiple units that can be managed under a centralized system. This feature makes it ideal for businesses looking to ensure data reliability and extend their storage capacity over time. The DS400 is compatible with various operating systems, offering cross-platform support for Windows, Linux, and UNIX environments.
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