NetApp DS4243

The DS4243 disk enclosure from NetApp provides a versatile disk subsystem for NetApp FAS and NetApp V series systems.

DS 4243 Key Benefits: 

• New Disk Shelf from NetApp offers Density, Flexibility and Reliability for demanding enterprise implementations 
• Mature SAS based architecture provides solid roadmap to the future 
• Frame Array Class resiliency enabled by Alternate Control Path (ACP) out of band management communication separate from data path 
• Both SAS and SATA disks are supported.

NetApp DS4243 Disk Shelf - What’s New Compared to the DS14?

• Improved Storage Density – 30% denser storage capacity 
• 24 drives in 4U (vs. 14 in 3U with DS14)
• Improved Resiliency & Availability 
• ACP (Alternate Control Path) for out-of-band management 
• Point to point SAS technology 
• SBB (Storage Bridge Bay) – mature, stable industry standard modules for Storage Controller connectivity 
• Greater Bandwidth – up to 12Gbps SAS vs. 4Gbps FC 
• Wide SAS ports – 4x 3Gbps lanes 
• Reduced Power Consumption 
• Greater than 10% Reduction in Watts consumed per TB of storage 
• Power Efficiency greater than 80%

For configuration and pricing on the DS4243 contact us now or call 0800 112 3282