Lenovo - D1024 24x SFF-kiintolevylaajennus yhdellä ESM:llä ja 2 verkkolaitteella

Data growth can quickly outpace server storage, causing bottlenecks and downtime. The Lenovo D1024 disk expansion enclosure addresses this by adding 24 hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays to compatible Lenovo ThinkSystem and ThinkServer hosts, enabling seamless capacity scaling without replacing existing infrastructure. This 2U rackmount unit features a single Expansion Storage Module (ESM) and dual redundant 750W power supplies, ensuring high availability and efficient operation in demanding environments.

Who is it for

IT administrators and data center managers seeking a reliable, high-density storage expansion solution for Lenovo server environments. Ideal for businesses that need to scale storage for virtualization, databases, backup, or archival workloads while maintaining performance and redundancy.

Main features

• 24 hot-swappable 2.5-inch SFF drive bays supporting SAS-3 and SATA-3 drives
• Single ESM with 12Gb/s SAS host interface for high-speed connectivity
• Dual redundant 750W hot-swap power supplies for continuous operation
• Redundant hot-swap fan modules for optimal cooling
• JBOD passthrough mode; RAID functionality provided by host controller
• Management interface via 1x RJ-45 Ethernet for monitoring and configuration
• LED indicators for power, system status, drive activity, and faults
• 2U rackmount form factor for space-efficient deployment

Specifications

• Enclosure Type: Disk Expansion Enclosure
• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount
• Drive Bays: 24
• Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch SFF
• Supported Drive Interfaces: SAS-3, SATA-3
• Host Interface: 12Gb/s SAS (Mini-SAS HD)
• Controller Configuration: Single ESM
• Power Supply: Dual redundant hot-swap 750W PSUs
• Cooling: Redundant hot-swap fan modules
• Management: 1x RJ-45 Ethernet
• RAID Support: JBOD passthrough
• Compatibility: Lenovo ThinkSystem and ThinkServer
• Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C
• Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% non-condensing
• Certifications: CE, FCC, UL, RoHS, VCCI, RCM

Tips

For maximum performance, connect the D1024 to a host with a 12Gb/s SAS HBA or RAID controller. Use enterprise-class SAS drives for critical workloads and SATA drives for cost-effective capacity. Ensure adequate airflow in the rack and keep firmware up to date for optimal compatibility and reliability.