Supermicro Drive Enclosure for 5.25" Internal - Black

Enhance your server’s storage capacity with the Supermicro Drive Enclosure for 5.25" Internal - Black. This compact, enterprise-ready enclosure is designed to fit into a 5.25" chassis slot while delivering versatile, high-performance storage expansion. It supports four 2.5" drives via hot-swap bays and combines reliability with smart monitoring features to keep your data accessible and protected. Built for data centers, small offices, and ambitious home labs alike, this enclosure offers a clean, professional solution for expanding storage without sacrificing thermal efficiency or ease of maintenance. With SAS3 and SATA3 compatibility, up to 12 Gbps data transfer, and a robust cooling system, it is engineered to handle demanding workloads while keeping drive temperatures in check.

• Flexible multi-drive architecture: This enclosure provides 1x 5.25" drive bay and 4x 2.5" hot-swap bays, enabling you to expand capacity inside a compact chassis while keeping drive management straightforward. Whether you’re consolidating older drives or expanding with new SAS3/SATA3 HDDs, this design delivers scalable storage with minimal footprint.
• High-speed, versatile connectivity: Equipped with 4x SATA HDD connectors and support for SAS3/SATA3 interfaces, the enclosure is ready to pair with a wide range of controllers and backplanes. Data transfer speeds reach up to 12 Gbps, letting you move large files quickly and maintain responsive performance for demanding workloads.
• Thermal efficiency for reliability: A dedicated 4 cm cooling fan runs at up to 12.5K RPM and delivers 16 CFM of airflow. This cooling capability helps maintain optimal drive temperatures under load, extending drive life and maintaining consistent performance during intensive operations.
• Clear status indicators and safety: The enclosure includes Drive Activity/Failure LEDs and an Overheat LED indication, providing immediate, at-a-glance health monitoring. This visibility supports proactive maintenance and minimizes downtime by alerting you to performance issues before they impact operations.
• Designed for easy integration and durable use: Finished in a durable black housing, the enclosure is built to withstand the rigors of enterprise environments and busy data centers. Its simple, tool-friendly installation and hot-swap capability make maintenance quick, while its compact form factor suits a variety of server, workstation, and storage configurations.

Technical Details of Supermicro Drive Enclosure for 5.25" Internal - Black

• Bays: 1x 5.25" drive bay enclosure; 4x 2.5" hot-swap bays
• HDD Connectors: 4x SATA HDD connectors
• Drive Interface: SAS3/SATA3 compatible
• Data Transfer: Up to 12 Gbps per link
• Cooling: 4 cm cooling fan; 12.5K RPM; 16 CFM
• Indicators: Drive Activity/Failure LED; Overheat LED indication
• Color/Finish: Black

How to install Supermicro Drive Enclosure for 5.25" Internal - Black

• Power down the server or chassis and unplug it from any power sources. Prepare the 5.25" bay area where the enclosure will be mounted.
• Remove the appropriate 5.25" slot cover and align the Supermicro enclosure with the chassis mounting holes. Secure the enclosure in place using the provided screws or tool-less mounting method as supported by your chassis.
• Prepare the 2.5" drives by inserting them into the 4 hot-swap trays, ensuring they click securely into place. If you are upgrading, remove any existing drives before installation and preserve trays for reuse if needed.
• Insert each 2.5" HDD into its corresponding hot-swap bay inside the enclosure. Connect each drive to its respective SATA/SAS connector inside the unit, ensuring a firm, clean connection for reliable data transmission.
• Connect the enclosure to your server’s backplane or controller using the appropriate SAS3/SATA3 cables as dictated by your hardware setup. Double-check the cable routing to prevent interference with fans or other components.
• Secure any cables, power on the system, and verify that the Drive Activity/Failure LED indicators illuminate as drives initialize. Monitor the Overheat LED during the initial boot and stress tests to confirm cooling performance and thermals.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: How many drives does this enclosure support? A: It supports 4x 2.5" hot-swap HDDs and includes 1x 5.25" drive bay area within the enclosure design.
• Q: What interfaces does it use? A: The enclosure supports SAS3 and SATA3 HDDs with 4x SATA HDD connectors and is capable of up to 12 Gbps data transfer.
• Q: Does it include cooling and LEDs? A: Yes. It features a 4 cm cooling fan (12.5K RPM, 16 CFM) and Drive Activity/Failure LED plus Overheat LED indicators for easy monitoring.
• Q: Is this enclosure compatible with standard 5.25" chassis slots? A: It is designed for internal 5.25" bays commonly found in many servers and workstation chassis, but compatibility should be confirmed with your specific chassis model.
• Q: What color is the enclosure? A: Black.