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Dell PowerEdge MD2412 12-bay 3.5-inch storage enclosure dual controller dual PSU

DELL

DELL MD2412 12 x 3.5-inch barebone server dual-controller dual PSU

SKU CH-R4QT-2ZFAS MPN MD2412

A 12-bay 3.5-inch storage enclosure with dual controllers and dual power supplies for redundant, expandable capacity

  • ProcessorNone (Storage device, no CPU included)
  • Processor socketNone (Storage device, no CPU socket)
  • 12 x 3.5-inch drive bays provide high-density storage capacity
  • Dual-controller design enhances system reliability and uptime
  • Customizable with your choice of hard drives
  • Dual power supplies deliver redundant power protection
  • Cost-effective expansion for growing storage needs

12-bay 3.5-inch storage enclosure

The Dell MD2412 is a 12-bay storage enclosure built for 3.5-inch drives. It arrives as a barebone unit without any drives installed. Dual controllers and dual power supplies provide hardware redundancy. It is aimed at organisations that need to add raw capacity to an existing server infrastructure.

Suits expanders; not a compute node

This enclosure suits IT teams that want to scale storage independently from compute resources. The dual-controller design helps maintain availability during a controller failure. Buyers who need an all-in-one server with CPU, memory and operating system should look at a different product class.

12 x 3.5-inch drive bays

The defining specification is the twelve 3.5-inch drive bays, which set the maximum raw capacity the chassis can hold. No drives are included, so the final capacity and performance depend entirely on the disks selected. Dual power supplies and dual controllers are built in to support continuous operation.

How it compares

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Price $3,292.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDell
Product linePowerEdge MD2412
Model nameMD2412
Processor
ProcessorNone (Storage device, no CPU included)
Processor socketNone (Storage device, no CPU socket)

Questions about this item

What rack depth and rail kit does the MD2412 12-bay enclosure require?

The MD2412 is a standard 12 x 3.5-inch storage enclosure designed for rack mounting; verify your rack depth and order compatible Dell rail kits separately.

How are the dual controllers and dual power supplies installed in the MD2412, and what step is often missed?

Both controllers and both power supplies slide into the rear of the chassis; the step often missed is fully seating each module until the latch clicks to ensure redundant paths are active.

Which drive carriers and firmware updates will the MD2412 need over its service life?

The enclosure uses 3.5-inch drive carriers for each bay; plan to replace failed drives with compatible carriers and apply controller firmware updates as Dell releases them.

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