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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.
Commercial Type No: DSA-N2E8X4-12AT
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 |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | 12 x 4TB |
| 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 Base unit 12x4TB
This scale-up network storage solution features a controller unit with 12 internal HDDs. It can be seamlessly expanded by connecting additional expansion units via a SAS interface, allowing organizations to adapt to increasing data demands without disrupting continuous operations.
The system provides configurable hardware-based protection, supporting RAID-5, RAID-6, or Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP). This robust architecture helps ensure that high-bandwidth video streams and vital intelligence data remain secure and fully accessible, even in the event of a drive malfunction.
To meet the demanding requirements of intelligence-first video security, the unit is equipped with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. This provides the high-speed iSCSI connectivity necessary to reliably transmit and store continuous, high-resolution video and analytics data.
When deployed within dual-controller systems, the unit leverages a multipathing solution integrated with proprietary IP cameras and Video Recording Manager (VRM). This design actively mitigates potential network and controller issues.
The storage solution is protected by comprehensive NetApp services, which includes three years of next-business-day on-site support. This rapid response helps ensure that any necessary maintenance is handled swiftly, minimizing downtime and keeping security operations moving smoothly.