The IBM System Storage DS4000 EXP810 Storage Expansion Unit, part number 181281H, is a robust storage enclosure designed to expand the storage capacity of IBM’s DS4000 series. It is ideally suited for enterprises seeking scalable storage solutions. The expansion unit is engineered to work seamlessly with DS4000 controllers, allowing for additional drives to be housed as business needs grow.
This storage enclosure supports high levels of flexibility, with each unit capable of accommodating both SAS and SATA drives. It can support up to 16 disk drives, making it an excellent option for environments that require large-scale storage while maintaining performance. The combination of hot-swappable drives ensures that maintenance can be performed without bringing the system offline, reinforcing its reliability for mission-critical applications.
The IBM DS4000 EXP810 also includes features for redundancy and high availability. It is equipped with dual power supplies and dual Environmental Service Modules (ESMs) to eliminate single points of failure, ensuring continuous uptime essential for business operations. The enclosure operates with enhanced RAID levels, providing robust data protection.
Another notable feature of the EXP810 is its scalability. Multiple enclosures can be daisy-chained to create a larger storage infrastructure, allowing companies to expand their system as their data storage requirements grow. This makes the EXP810 an appealing solution for evolving data-driven businesses that need to maintain scalable and reliable storage environments.
The unit is designed to fit into standard 19-inch racks and ensures a relatively compact footprint, helping to optimise space usage within data centres.
EOL Technology Services offers professional support and replacement parts for the IBM System Storage DS4000 EXP810. Our team provides assistance with maintenance, upgrades, and any related replacement components to help keep your storage enclosure running smoothly for continued performance.
