Description
Features and Benefits
The 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage for Hot Swap Enclosure is designed for high-performance and high-density storage solutions, and it offers a number of key features and benefits that make it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications.
One of the key features of the 516914-B21 is its hot-swap capability, which allows users to replace or upgrade hard drives without shutting down the enclosure or disrupting the operation of the system. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that need to expand their storage capacity over time or for organizations that require high availability of their data.
The drive cage is also designed for high-density storage, with support for up to 24 drives in a single enclosure. This allows for efficient use of rack space and makes it an ideal solution for data centers and other high-density storage environments.
The 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage also features tool-less drive carriers, which make it easy to install and remove hard drives. This feature is designed to reduce the time and effort required to service the enclosure, making it a convenient and user-friendly solution.
The enclosure also includes redundant cooling and power supplies, which can help to prevent downtime in the event of a failure. This feature is critical for businesses that require high availability of their data and can help to ensure that the storage solution is always available when needed.
Performance and Reliability
Performance and reliability are crucial considerations when choosing a storage solution, and the 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage for Hot Swap Enclosure is designed to deliver high performance and reliability for a wide range of applications.
The 516914-B21 supports SAS and SATA hard drives, which are known for their high performance and reliable operation. The enclosure also includes redundant cooling and power supplies, which can help to prevent downtime in the event of a failure. This feature is critical for businesses that require high availability of their data and can help to ensure that the storage solution is always available when needed.
The drive cage is also designed for high-density storage, with support for up to 24 drives in a single enclosure. This allows for efficient use of rack space and makes it an ideal solution for data centers and other high-density storage environments.
The 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage also features tool-less drive carriers, which make it easy to install and remove hard drives. This feature is designed to reduce the time and effort required to service the enclosure, making it a convenient and user-friendly solution.
In addition, the 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage is built with high-quality materials and undergoes rigorous testing to ensure that it meets the highest standards for performance and reliability. This means that you can trust it to deliver reliable operation and high performance for many years to come.
Compatibility and Scalability
Compatibility and scalability are important considerations when choosing a storage solution, and the 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage for Hot Swap Enclosure is designed to be compatible with a wide range of systems and to scale as your storage needs change.
Compatibility refers to the ability of the drive cage to work with other hardware and software in your system. The 516914-B21 is designed to be compatible with a wide range of servers, including ProLiant, Integrity, and BladeSystem servers. It also supports a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and HP-UX, making it a versatile solution that can be used in many different environments.
Scalability refers to the ability of the drive cage to grow with your storage needs. The 516914-B21 supports up to 24 drives in a single enclosure, and it is designed to be expandable. This allows you to add more drives as your storage needs grow, making it a cost-effective solution that can be used for many different applications.
The 516914-B21 HP Storage Drive Cage also allows for easy drive upgrades and replacements without shutting down the enclosure or disrupting the operation of the system. This feature is particularly useful for businesses that need to expand their storage capacity over time or for organizations that require high availability of their data.
Specification
- Part Number : 516914-B21
- Sub-Type : Storage Bay Adapter
- Type : Enclosure
- Brand Name : HP
I/O Expansions
- Number of Total Expansion Bays: 8
- Number of 2.5″ Bays: 8
- Physical Characteristics:
- Form Factor: Internal
Miscellaneous
- Compatibility: HP ProLiant DL380 G6 Server Series