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NetApp DS4243-WR 3Gb/s SAS SATA/SAS Controller
- Controller for NetApp DS4243 disk shelf
- Supports 3Gb/s SAS and SATA drives
- Provides connectivity for up to 24 drives (in a DS4243 enclosure)
- Enables storage capacity expansion
- Ensures reliable data access
- Hot-swappable design for serviceability
- Integrated power and cooling management
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Product Overview
The NetApp DS4243-WR is a disk shelf controller designed to manage SAS and SATA drives within a NetApp storage system. It provides connectivity and data transfer capabilities for the DS4243 disk enclosure, enabling expansion of storage capacity. This controller ensures reliable data access and management for the attached drives.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Disk Shelf Controller |
| Brand | NetApp |
| Model | DS4243-WR |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SAS/SATA |
| Data Transfer Rate | 3Gb/s |
| Compatibility | DS4243 Disk Enclosure |
Product Description
The NetApp DS4243-WR is a crucial component for expanding storage capacity within NetApp's data storage solutions. This controller module is specifically designed to integrate with the DS4243 disk shelf, a 4U enclosure capable of housing up to 24 SAS or SATA hard drives. By providing the necessary interface and management capabilities, the DS4243-WR allows administrators to seamlessly add significant storage volume to their existing NetApp FAS or V-Series systems. Operating at a data transfer rate of 3Gb/s, the controller ensures efficient communication between the host system and the drives within the shelf. It supports both SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) and SATA (Serial ATA) interfaces, offering flexibility in drive selection based on performance and cost requirements. The controller is engineered for reliability and is typically hot-swappable, allowing for maintenance or replacement without requiring a system shutdown, thus minimizing downtime. Beyond basic connectivity, the DS4243-WR plays a role in the overall management of the disk shelf, including power distribution and cooling. It is an integral part of NetApp's unified storage architecture, enabling organizations to scale their storage infrastructure effectively to meet growing data demands. This controller is essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of the data stored within the DS4243 enclosure.
