Sans Digital 1U EliteSTOR ES104X+(B) ($449)

Sans Digital
is introducing a new addition to the EliteSTOR rackmount storage line,
the ES104X+(B). Designed to simplify the storage expansion process, the EliteSTOR ES104X+(B) utilizes a single mini-SAS
(SFF-8088) connector, providing up to 8TB of storage by using SAS or
SATA hard drives. When paired with a RAID controller, the 1U 4-bay
compact ES104X+(B) is capable of reaching over 400MB/s in performance.

 
The ES104X+(B) is a compact rackmount designed for daily data archiving
and backup, and non-linear editing for creative professionals. Utilize
the latest mini-SAS connector, the ES104X+(B) provides up to 1200MB/s in
bandwidth performance by using only a single cable, eliminating
multiple points of failures cause by multiple connectors. Each hard
drive directly connects to a hot-swappable SAS / SATA backplane that
supports both high performance SAS hard drives and cost-effective SATA
hard drives. RAID controllers and host bus adapters, such as ones by
Areca, ATTO, Dell, Highpoint, HP, Intel and LSI, could be used in
combination with the ES104X+(B) to provide RAID features. The hard
drives are directly connected to the backplane, and then to the RAID
controller via a 1200MB/s bandwidth mini-SAS cable, maximum performance
is guaranteed for the storage system.
 
Each unit is design with a fan-failure LED and alarm along with a mute
button. Individual power and status LED indicators are also available
for each hard drive bay. The built-in rackmount brackets allow the
ES104X+(B) to be securely mounted on a standard rackmount cabinet
without the need for additional accessories. Four built-in high-speed
cooling fans ensure each of the hard drives receives proper cooling in
heavy workload environment.

Power is provided by an environmental friendly 150W 80PLUS power supply
to maximize energy cost savings. The ES104T+(B) retails at $449.

“As SAS hard drives have become increasingly popular, the ES104X+(B)
allows users to be one step ahead of the most advanced storage
technology,” Grandy Chen. “Compatible with a wide selection of
the RAID controllers and host bus adapters, along with SAS and SATA
drives support, thisrackmount allows users to easily create customized
storage systems to fit their needs.”