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IBM 2076-224-BASE-ESM 24-Bay 2.5-Inch Expansion Enclosure for Storwize V7000
- Supports 24 x 2.5-inch drive bays.
- Connects to IBM Storwize V7000 control enclosures.
- Provides high-speed data connectivity.
- Designed for enterprise-level storage solutions.
- Hot-swappable drive bays for continuous operation.
- Scalable storage capacity for growing data needs.
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Product Overview
The IBM 2076-224-BASE-ESM is a 24-bay expansion enclosure designed to augment the storage capacity of the IBM Storwize V7000 system. It provides a scalable solution for environments requiring significant data storage expansion without compromising performance.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Expansion Enclosure |
| Drive Bays | 24 x 2.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | IBM Storwize V7000 |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
Product Description
The IBM 2076-224-BASE-ESM is a crucial component for expanding the storage capabilities of the IBM Storwize V7000 Unified System. This 2U rack-mountable enclosure is engineered to house up to twenty-four 2.5-inch form factor drives, offering a dense and efficient way to increase data storage capacity. Its primary function is to seamlessly integrate with existing Storwize V7000 control enclosures, allowing administrators to scale their storage infrastructure dynamically as data requirements evolve. Connectivity is achieved through high-speed interfaces that ensure minimal latency and maximum throughput, critical for performance-sensitive applications. The enclosure supports hot-swappable drives, enabling maintenance and upgrades without interrupting system operations. This feature is paramount in enterprise environments where data availability and uptime are non-negotiable. The design emphasizes reliability and ease of management, making it a robust solution for data centers. By adding multiple 2076-224-BASE-ESM units, organizations can significantly boost their storage footprint, accommodating large datasets, backups, and archives. The enclosure's architecture is optimized for the Storwize V7000 platform, ensuring compatibility and leveraging the advanced data management features of the V7000 system, such as thin provisioning, replication, and automated tiering. This makes it an integral part of a comprehensive storage strategy.
