NetApp DS4246 24-Slot Expansion Shelf - High Capacity Storage Expansion

NetApp DS4246 24-Slot Expansion Shelf - High Capacity Storage Expansion
NetApp DS4246 24-Slot Expansion Shelf - High Capacity Storage Expansion
Product Overview The NetApp DS4246 is a high-capacity 24-slot expansion shelf designed to extend the storage density of NetApp AFF and FAS systems. Engineered for enterprise environments, this shelf provides a reliable, scalable platform for adding S... Read More
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$4.95
  • In Stock: 1830
  • Manufacturer: NetApp
  • Model or Part: DS4246
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00
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Product Overview
The NetApp DS4246 is a high-capacity 24-slot expansion shelf designed to extend the storage density of NetApp AFF and FAS systems. Engineered for enterprise environments, this shelf provides a reliable, scalable platform for adding SAS, SATA, and SSD drives, enabling seamless growth of data workloads while maintaining optimal performance and data protection.

Key Features

  • 24 hot-swap drive bays compatible with 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SAS, SATA, and NVMe SSDs.
  • Integrated dual-controller architecture for redundant data paths and high availability.
  • Advanced thermal management with intelligent fan control to ensure consistent operating temperatures.
  • Fully compatible with NetApp ONTAP software for unified management and data services.
  • Compact rack-mountable design (2U) that maximizes data center floor space.
  • Easy installation with tool-free drive insertion and removal.

Technical Specifications

  • Model/Part Number: DS4246
  • Form Factor: 2U rack-mount
  • Drive Capacity: Up to 24 drives (2.5 or 3.5)
  • Supported Interfaces: SAS 12 Gb/s, SATA 6 Gb/s, NVMe over PCIe
  • Power Consumption: 350 W typical, 500 W peak
  • Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F)
  • Environmental Standards: RoHS compliant, ENERGY STAR qualified

Typical Applications

  • Enterprise data warehouses and analytics platforms that require rapid capacity expansion.
  • Virtualization and cloud infrastructure environments needing flexible storage tiering.
  • Backup and archival solutions where high density and reliability are critical.
  • High-performance computing (HPC) clusters that benefit from low-latency SSD integration.
  • Disaster recovery sites that demand redundant, hot-swappable storage components.

By integrating the NetApp DS4246 expansion shelf, organizations can future-proof their storage strategy, reduce total cost of ownership, and maintain uninterrupted access to critical data as business demands evolve.