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The Chieftec CMR-2131SAS Drive Bay Panel is a front-mount bay designed to hold and cool multiple 3.5" SAS/SATA HDDs and 2.5" SSDs. Made from SECC steel, the detachable bays and backplane improve heat dissipation and mechanical durability. The unit includes an 80 mm fan, LED indicators for drive status, power and fan activity, and a lockable front panel. It supports hot-swap operation and is plug & play compatible, making it suitable for systems that require reliable, accessible storage expansion.

Advantages

Constructed from SECC steel, the drive bay panel provides enhanced cooling and stable mounting for HDDs and SSDs. The integrated 80 mm fan helps maintain safe operating temperatures for high-speed drives. Front LEDs give clear visual indication of each drive's status as well as power and fan activity. The product supports hot swap and plug & play for straightforward installation and service, and a lock mechanism secures drives against unauthorized removal.

Suitable for

• Systems requiring front-accessible storage expansion
• Servers and workstations with frequent drive swaps
• Backup and archival setups needing reliable cooling
• Desktop PCs where additional HDD/SSD bays are needed

Key specifications

• Model: CHIEFTEC CMR-2131SAS
• Material: SECC steel
• Cooling: 1 × 80 mm fan
• Compatibility: SAS and SATA HDDs/SSDs (hot-swap, plug & play)
• Indicators: Front LEDs for drive status, power and fan
• Security: Lock mechanism with key
• Colour: Black
• Dimensions (W × D × H): 217 × 146 × 85 mm
• Weight: 1.91 kg

How to use

Install the CMR-2131SAS into a compatible front bay in your chassis or rack using standard mounting points. Mount drives into the detachable bays and connect each to the system via appropriate SAS/SATA cables and power connectors. The backplane is plug & play; once powered, the unit supports hot swapping of drives. Ensure the fan is connected to the system power or fan header so it operates whenever the unit is powered.

Recommendations

Place the drive bay in a chassis with adequate internal airflow; periodically check the 80 mm fan and clean any dust buildup to maintain optimal cooling performance. Use the lock to secure drives when the system is unattended or in shared environments.