IBM 1746A2E - IBM System Storage EXP3512 Express Storage Expansi Expansion Unit
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Buying a refurbished product from Renewtech can provide significant savings of up to 80% off the original retail price of a brand-new model, which makes it a great way to cut costs without compromising quality. In short, with a refurbished product from Renewtech, you will get:
• A high-quality product at a very cheap rate
• A cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternative
• Fast delivery, directly to you or your customer
• Great value for money
Refurbished – what is it?
A refurbished product generally refers to a used and pre-owned item. Every refurbished product from Renewtech has been professionally inspected and restored to “Grade A” condition, with faulty parts replaced with genuine ones, to make sure everything works and looks perfectly before being repackaged and put back on the market for resale. Though refurbished models may show some signs of wear, we guarantee that the items are always:
• Inspected, tested and professionally restored by certified technicians
• Fully wiped of data and software, leaving no traces of data for recovery
• Carefully wrapped and shipped in electrostatic discharge (ESD) materials
• With all original accessories and components (if applicable)
Warranty
All of our products come with a one-year warranty, starting from the date of purchase, unless otherwise stated. This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship that may occur during the normal use of the product.
Description
IBM 1746A2E - IBM System Storage EXP3512 Express Storage Expansi Expansion Unit
The IBM System Storage Expansion Unit offers a robust and scalable solution for large enterprise environments seeking to enhance their data storage capabilities. Designed with reliability and efficiency in mind, this 2U rack-mounted unit accommodates up to twelve 3.5" drives, utilizing a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface to support high-speed data transfers up to 6 Gbit/s. While it arrives without pre-installed drives, the unit is fully compatible with HDDs, allowing businesses to tailor storage solutions to their specific needs.
This storage expansion unit is engineered for seamless integration within existing IT infrastructures, featuring dual power supply units with a capacity of 585 W each for enhanced redundancy and reliability. The unit's design considers operational demands with a working altitude range up to 3000 meters and an operating humidity tolerance between 20% and 80%, ensuring consistent performance in diverse environments. Additionally, the inclusion of SAS host ports facilitates direct, high-performance connections to host systems, which is crucial for data-centric applications.
IBM's commitment to quality is further exemplified by the unit’s durable construction and efficient air circulation, thanks to its two integrated fans. This ensures optimal thermal management, essential for maintaining operational integrity in enterprise data centers. With dimensions suitable for standard data center configurations and a weight of 26.3 kg, this expansion unit is a practical choice for IT departments and system integrators focused on long-term deployment and operational cost-efficiency.
Specifications
| Brand | IBM |
|---|---|
| Co2 Savings | 421.86 |
| Design | |
|---|---|
| Chassis type | Rack (2U) |
| Device class | Large Enterprise Business |
| Number of fans | 2 fan(s) |
| Product colour | Black |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating altitude | 30.5 - 3000 m |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| SAS host port | Yes |
| Power | |
| Number of power supply units | 2 |
| Power supply unit (PSU) capacity | 585 W |
| Storage | |
| Data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
| Number of storage drives supported | 12 |
| Storage drive interface | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
| Storage drive size | 3.5" |
| Storage drives installed | No |
| Supported storage drive types | HDD |
| Total installed storage capacity | 0 TB |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Depth | 540 mm |
| Height | 86 mm |
| Weight | 26.3 kg |
| Width | 449 mm |
Warranty
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- All items shipped from our own warehouse
- Only B2B sale, no sales to private individuals
- Blindshipping directly to your customer
- With express delivery, your order will be delivered within 1-2 working days
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