IBM 172701X EXP 3000 SAS Storage expansion Device 12 Bays

IBM 172701X EXP 3000 SAS Storage expansion Device 12 Bays
IBM 172701X EXP 3000 SAS Storage expansion Device 12 Bays
The IBM EXP 3000 SAS Storage Expansion Device 12 Bays (part number 172701X) is a high-density, enterprise-grade storage solution designed to extend the capacity and performance of your IBM Power or System x servers. With twelve hot-swap SAS bays, thi... Read More
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  • In Stock: 2
  • Manufacturer: IBM
  • Model or Part: 172701X
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 15.00lb
  • Dimensions: 31.00in x 23.50in x 10.00in
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Overview
The IBM EXP 3000 SAS Storage Expansion Device 12 Bays (part number 172701X) is a high-density, enterprise-grade storage solution designed to extend the capacity and performance of your IBM Power or System x servers. With twelve hot-swap SAS bays, this expansion device delivers flexible, reliable storage that scales with growing data demands while maintaining a compact footprint in your data center rack.

Key Features

  • 12 hot-swap SAS drive bays for easy drive replacement and minimal downtime
  • Supports 2.5 inch and 3.5 inch SAS or SATA drives for maximum flexibility
  • High-speed 12 Gbps SAS interface ensures fast data transfer rates
  • Integrated management controller with web based GUI for simple configuration
  • Redundant power supply options available for mission critical environments
  • Designed for rack mounting with standard 19 inch rack unit dimensions

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: 172701X
  • Form factor: 2U rack mount
  • Drive bays: 12 hot-swap SAS bays
  • Supported drive types: SAS and SATA, 2.5 inch or 3.5 inch
  • Maximum supported drive capacity per bay: up to 16 TB
  • Interface: 12 Gbps SAS, dual port
  • Power: 110-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
  • Operating temperature: 10 to 35 degrees Celsius
  • Environmental compliance: RoHS, WEEE

Applications
The EXP 3000 SAS Storage Expansion Device is ideal for a wide range of enterprise workloads, including:

  • Database servers that require high I/O throughput and low latency
  • Virtualization platforms needing scalable storage for multiple VMs
  • Backup and archival systems that benefit from hot-swap capability
  • High performance computing clusters that demand fast, reliable storage access
  • Content management and media production environments with large file sets

By integrating the IBM EXP 3000 SAS Storage Expansion Device into your infrastructure, you gain a powerful, scalable storage foundation that supports future growth while delivering the reliability and performance expected from IBM enterprise solutions.