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Chapter 1: Introduction
Chapter 1
Introduction
Optimized for enterprise-level high capacity storage applications, Supermicro's
CSE-947S JBOD chassis features up to 60 hot-swap 3.5" SAS3 or SATA3 hard drives in
top-loading drive bays. It is ideal for cloud backup, data replication, or high density archive
storage applications.
This design offers extra high density of HDDs per space ratio in a 4U form factor. The chassis
features high power efficiency, optimized HDD signal trace routing, and improved HDD carrier
design to dampen HDD vibrations and maximize performance. Equipped with two redundant
high-efficiency power supplies and six 80mm high-speed, low-vibration, hot-swappable cooling
fans, the CSE-947S JBOD is a reliable, easy-to-maintain storage system.
1.1 Models
CSE-947S JBOD Chassis Models
Model
Drives
SAS Expanders Power Supply
CSE-947SE1C-R1K66JBOD
60 SAS/SATA
1
1600W redundant
(Titanium Level)
CSE-947SE2C-R1K66JBOD
60 SAS
2
1600W redundant
(Titanium Level)
1.2 Unpacking the System
Inspect the box in which the chassis was shipped. If any equipment appears damaged, file
a claim with the carrier who delivered it.
