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- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: 171N2
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Dell Riser Board #2 (part number 171N2) is a high-density expansion module designed specifically for the PowerEdge R7425 server platform. This riser adds a second set of 24 hot-swap drive bays, effectively doubling your storage capacity while maintaining the compact footprint and reliability expected from Dell enterprise solutions.
Key Features
- Additional 24 drive slots for SAS or SATA drives
- Full hot-swap capability for easy drive replacement without power loss
- Optimized airflow design to preserve cooling efficiency in dense configurations
- Integrated backplane with support for up to 12 Gbps SAS links
- Secure, tool-free installation using Dell proprietary mounting brackets
- Compatible with Dell OpenManage for streamlined monitoring and management
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 171N2
- Form Factor: Riser board, fits standard 19 inch rack servers
- Drive Capacity: 24 x 2.5 inch hot-swap bays
- Interface: SAS 12 Gbps backplane, supports SATA III drives
- Power Consumption: Typical 5 watts per riser board under full load
- Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius (32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit)
- Dimensions: Height 1U, depth matches R7425 chassis specifications
Applications
The Dell Riser Board #2 is ideal for data centers, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise storage arrays that require high capacity, rapid scalability, and uninterrupted service. It is well suited for:
- Virtualisation hosts needing extensive local storage for VM workloads
- High-performance computing clusters with large datasets
- Backup and archival solutions requiring dense drive configurations
- Media and entertainment workflows that demand fast, reliable access to terabytes of content
By adding this riser board to your PowerEdge R7425, you gain the flexibility to expand storage resources on demand while preserving the server's performance and service continuity.