NetApp DS2246 24-Bay SFF Storage Expansion Shelf 2U

NetApp DS2246 24-Bay SFF Storage Expansion Shelf 2U
NetApp DS2246 24-Bay SFF Storage Expansion Shelf 2U
The NetApp DS2246 is a 24-bay small form factor (SFF) storage expansion shelf designed to extend the capacity and flexibility of your NetApp FAS or AFF systems. Housed in a compact 2U rack enclosure, the DS2246 delivers high-density storage while mai... Read More
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  • In Stock: 230
  • Manufacturer: NetApp
  • Model or Part: DS2246
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00
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Overview

The NetApp DS2246 is a 24-bay small form factor (SFF) storage expansion shelf designed to extend the capacity and flexibility of your NetApp FAS or AFF systems. Housed in a compact 2U rack enclosure, the DS2246 delivers high-density storage while maintaining easy access for drive swaps and maintenance. Its robust design and integrated management features make it an ideal choice for enterprises looking to scale storage without sacrificing performance or reliability.

Key Features

  • 24 SFF drive bays for SATA, SAS, or SSD drives - supports mixed media configurations
  • 2U rack-mount form factor - maximizes data-center space efficiency
  • Hot-swap capability - replace drives without downtime
  • Integrated backplane with dual redundant power supplies for high availability
  • Seamless integration with NetApp ONTAP - automatic provisioning and monitoring
  • Advanced cooling system with variable fan speed to optimize energy use
  • Secure, lockable front panel to protect drives from unauthorized access

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: DS2246
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 3.5 in x 17.2 in x 24.0 in (88.9 mm x 437 mm x 610 mm)
  • Weight: 55 lb (25 kg) fully populated
  • Drive Compatibility: 2.5-inch SATA, SAS, NVMe SSDs
  • Interface: 8 Gb/s Fibre Channel or 12 Gb/s SAS connectivity
  • Power: Dual hot-swappable 750 W AC power supplies, 80 PLUS Platinum efficiency
  • Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
  • MTBF: 2,000,000 hours (per drive bay)

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data-center storage expansion for databases, virtualization, and backup
  • High-performance computing (HPC) environments requiring rapid scaling
  • Media and entertainment workflows that demand large, fast storage pools
  • Disaster recovery sites where redundancy and hot-swap capability are critical
  • Cloud infrastructure providers needing flexible, high-density storage solutions

By adding the NetApp DS2246 to your storage architecture, you gain the ability to increase capacity on demand, improve operational efficiency, and protect your critical data with industry-leading reliability.