Name: 24-Bay SAS/SATA 4U Disk Shelf for High-Density Storage
Brand: IBM
Price: 99.95 USD
Availability: InStock

IBM DS4243 24-Bay SAS/SATA 4U Disk Shelf for High-Density Storage

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Manufacturer: IBM
Model or Part: DS4243
Condition: Refurbished
Weight: 3.00

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Description

Overview

The IBM DS4243 is a rugged 24-bay SAS/SATA 4U disk shelf designed for high-density storage environments. Engineered to deliver reliable, hot-swap drive access in a compact 4-U chassis, the DS4243 provides the scalability and performance needed for modern data centers, virtualization platforms, and backup solutions. Its intelligent design simplifies cable management and maximizes airflow, ensuring consistent operation even under heavy workloads.

Key Features

24 hot-swap bays supporting 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SAS and SATA drives
Dual redundant power supplies for uninterrupted operation
Integrated backplane with 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity
Advanced thermal management with high-efficiency fans
LED status indicators for quick visual diagnostics
Easy installation with tool-free drive carriers
Supports IBM Spectrum Scale, IBM FlashSystem, and third-party storage arrays

Technical Specifications

Form factor: 4U rack-mount
Dimensions (H x W x D): 7.0 in x 17.5 in x 22.5 in
Weight: 45 lb (empty)
Drive compatibility: SAS 12 Gb/s, SATA III 6 Gb/s
Power: Dual 500 W hot-swap power supplies, 100-240 V AC
Cooling: Four variable-speed fans, airflow optimized for 24-bay density
Management interface: Optional out-of-band Ethernet port for remote monitoring
Operating temperature: 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F)
Humidity: 5 % to 95 % non-condensing

Typical Applications

Enterprise data center storage expansion
Virtualization hosts requiring high I/O throughput
Backup and archival systems with mixed SAS/SATA drive pools
High-performance computing clusters demanding reliable hot-swap capability
Disaster recovery sites where redundant power and easy maintenance are critical

With its robust construction, flexible drive support, and enterprise-grade reliability, the IBM DS4243 24-Bay SAS/SATA Disk Shelf is the ideal choice for organizations looking to scale storage capacity without sacrificing performance or manageability.