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- In Stock: 12
- Manufacturer: Nimble
- Model or Part: ES2
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00
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Overview
The Nimble ES2 24-LFF Expansion Chassis delivers high-density storage capacity in a compact, rack-mountable form factor. Designed to integrate seamlessly with Nimble arrays and other compatible platforms, this chassis provides 24 hot-swap 3.5-inch drive bays, enabling rapid scaling of capacity and performance for demanding data-intensive workloads. Its sturdy aluminum construction and intelligent power management ensure reliable operation in both enterprise data centers and remote office environments.
Key Features
- 24 hot-swap 3.5-inch drive slots supporting SAS, SATA, and SSD drives
- Modular design for easy installation and maintenance without system downtime
- Built-in redundant power supplies for continuous operation
- Integrated cooling fans with intelligent temperature monitoring
- Front-panel LED indicators for drive status, power, and fault alerts
- Compatibility with Nimble OS and third-party storage controllers
- Tool-free drive carrier system for fast drive changes
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: ES2
- Chassis dimensions (H x W x D): 4U x 19" x 22"
- Weight: 45 lbs (20.4 kg) empty
- Drive compatibility: 3.5-inch SAS, SATA, and NVMe SSDs (up to 4 TB per drive)
- Power: Dual hot-swap redundant 750 W power supplies
- Cooling: Four high-efficiency, low-noise fans with variable speed control
- Interface: Standard 8-Gb/s SAS backplane, optional 12-Gb/s upgrade
- Operating temperature: 0°C to 45°C (32°F to 113°F)
- MTBF: 1.5 million hours
Typical Applications
- Enterprise backup and archival storage
- High-performance virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI)
- Database and analytics platforms requiring large, scalable capacity
- Media and entertainment workflows with high throughput demands
- Remote office/branch office (ROBO) storage expansion
- Cloud infrastructure and hyper-converged environments
By adding the Nimble ES2 24-LFF Expansion Chassis to your storage ecosystem, you gain the flexibility to grow your data footprint while maintaining the performance and reliability that modern enterprises expect. Whether you are consolidating legacy assets or planning for future growth, the ES2 provides a cost-effective, scalable solution that protects your critical information and supports your business objectives.