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DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay
The DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay is a scalable network storage solution engineered to manage expanding video data requirements. It delivers advanced data protection and high-speed connectivity, ensuring continuous visibility and reliable performance for enterprise security environments running intensive video analytics.
Scale-up network storage solution: controller unit with 12 internal HDDs expandable via SAS interface-connected expansion units
Configurable hardware-based RAID/DDP protection (RAID‑5, RAID‑6 or DDP)
Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for high speed iSCSI connectivity
Multipathing solution (in dual-controller systems) with proprietary IP cameras and VRM to mitigate possible network and controller failures
Protected by NetApp services, including a 3 years next business day on-site support
Product Overview
Support intensive high-resolution video
Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver the high-speed connectivity required to process and store demanding video data across enterprise networks.
Scale capacity easily
The scalable architecture allows teams to easily add expansion units, adapting to growing video retention needs without interrupting daily operations.
Safeguard critical footage
Configurable hardware-based RAID and Dynamic Disk Pools safeguard recorded data against unexpected drive failures, maintaining reliable operational awareness.
Mitigate network risks
Advanced multipathing capabilities in dual-controller systems prevent network downtime, keeping critical security infrastructure running continuously.
Key Specifications
| System type | Base, Dual Controller, Expansion |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | 12 x 4TB ; 12 x 10TB |
| RAID-5/-6 Bandwidth Mbps (write / read) | 2250 / 1000 |
| DDP Bandwidth Mbps (write / read) | 2250 / 1000 |
| Maximum IP camera channels | 400 single port ; 800 dual port (400 per port) |
| Rack size | 2U |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay
The controller unit features 12 internal hard disk drives and can be easily expanded by connecting additional expansion units via a SAS interface. This allows organizations to increase storage capacity seamlessly as operational needs and camera counts expand.
Yes, the system is engineered to handle the intensive read and write workloads generated by high-resolution cameras and Intelligent Video Analytics. Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports provide the high-speed iSCSI connectivity necessary to process rich metadata and ensure teams can transform video into real-time understanding.
The storage solution utilizes configurable hardware-based protection, offering options for RAID-5, RAID-6, or Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP). This helps ensure that critical video footage remains secure and accessible, allowing security teams to maintain continuous awareness.
In dual-controller systems, an advanced multipathing solution integrates directly with IP cameras and Video Recording Manager (VRM) software. This creates a highly resilient architecture that automatically mitigates potential network and controller failures, keeping security operations running without interruption.
The hardware is protected by NetApp services, which includes three years of next-business-day on-site support. This provides IT and security leaders with the confidence that their critical infrastructure will be maintained promptly, minimizing potential downtime.
In this family
DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay
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Base unit 12x4TB
The Base unit 12x4TB is a highly resilient network storage solution engineered for mission-critical video security. It delivers seamless scalability, high-speed connectivity, and continuous data availability.
Base unit 12x4TB
Base Unit 12x10TB
The Base unit 12x10TB is a highly resilient network storage solution engineered for mission-critical video security. It delivers seamless scalability, high-speed connectivity, and continuous data availability.
Base Unit 12x10TB
Dual controller unit 12x4TB
The Dual controller unit is a scalable network storage solution engineered for mission-critical video security. It helps ensure uninterrupted data availability for high-bandwidth video, keeping complex operations moving.
Dual controller unit 12x4TB
Dual controller unit 12x10TB
The Dual controller unit is a resilient, scalable network storage solution designed for mission-critical video security. It supports continuous data availability, protects against hardware failures, and seamlessly manages high-bandwidth video streams.
Dual controller unit 12x10TB
Expansion unit 12x10TB
The Expansion unit delivers scalable network storage to support high-bandwidth video. Designed for mission-critical environments, its modular architecture supports data availability and simplifies everyday maintenance.
Expansion unit 12x10TB