
DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay
The DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay is a scale-up network storage solution engineered for demanding video surveillance. Delivering high-speed iSCSI connectivity and redundant hardware, it ensures continuous data availability and real-time performance to support critical security operations.
- Scale-up network storage solution: controller unit with 12 internal HDDs expandable via state-of-the-art SAS interface-connected expansion units
- Configurable hardware-based RAID/DDP protection (RAID‑5, RAID‑6 or DDP) for highest system performance
- Redundant hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans
- Two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports for highest speed iSCSI connectivity
- Fully modular design for ease of service and protected by NetApp services, including a 3 years next business day on-site support
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DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay · 9 models
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DSA-N2E8X4-12AT
Base unit 12x4TB
The Base unit 12x4TB provides a resilient, scale-up network storage solution for demanding video security environments. Its modular design and redundant, hot-swappable components ensure continuous data availability and simplify maintenance, keeping critical operations moving smoothly.
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DSA-N2C8X4-12AT
Dual controller unit 12x4TB
The Dual controller unit 12x4TB delivers resilient, scale-up network storage to support continuous visual intelligence. With redundant components, configurable RAID protection, and high-speed connectivity, it ensures critical video data remains secure and accessible.
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DSA-N2E8X8-12AT
Base unit 12x8TB
The Base unit 12x8TB delivers a highly scalable network storage solution designed for demanding video intelligence workloads. Featuring dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports and configurable hardware-based protection, it ensures continuous data availability and reliable performance for mission-critical security environments.
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DSA-N2C8X8-12AT
Dual controller unit 12x8TB
The Dual controller unit 12x8TB is a highly resilient network storage solution built for critical video environments. Featuring high-speed connectivity, configurable RAID protection, and hot-swappable components, it ensures continuous data availability and scales effortlessly to support growing visual intelligence needs.
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DSA-N2E8XC-12AT
Base Unit 12x12TB
The Base Unit 12x12TB delivers scalable, high-capacity network storage for demanding video environments. Engineered for continuous data availability and high-speed connectivity, this modular solution ensures critical video insights remain accessible and resilient as your operational needs grow.
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DSA-N2C8XC-12AT
Dual Controller Unit 12x12TB
The Dual Controller Unit 12x12TB delivers highly resilient, scale-up network storage for demanding environments. Featuring massive capacity and redundant architecture, it ensures continuous access to critical video and analytics data.
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DSX-N1D8X4-12AT
Expansion unit 12x4TB
The Expansion unit 12x4TB seamlessly scales your video storage capacity to support growing operational requirements. Built for continuity, this modular solution ensures critical video data remains protected and accessible, keeping environments running without disruption.
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DSX-N1D8X8-12AT
Expansion unit 12x8TB
Deliver resilient, scalable storage for continuous video intelligence with the Expansion unit 12x8TB. Designed with a modular architecture and hot-swappable components, this solution ensures high-bandwidth data remains accessible, minimizing downtime and simplifying maintenance across critical environments.
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DSX-N1D8XC-12AT
Expansion Unit 12x12TB
The Expansion Unit 12x12TB delivers reliable, scale-up network storage for demanding video security environments. Featuring a fully modular design and redundant hot-swappable components, this solution ensures continuous data availability, operational resilience, and simplified serviceability.
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Product Overview
Scale capacity without operational disruption
Easily connect up to seven expansion units to adapt to growing camera counts and extended video retention requirements.
Maintain continuous visibility and uptime
Redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and automated failover ensure your video security system remains active 24/7.
Safeguard critical footage against failure
Hardware-based RAID and Dynamic Disk Pools protect high-availability environments from data loss during unexpected hardware faults.
Simplify storage maintenance and monitoring
Proactive health alerts and a fully modular design allow IT teams to manage and service the system with minimal friction.
Technical Specifications
| System type | Base, Dual Controller, Expansion |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | 12 x 4TB ; 12 x 8TB ; 12 x 12TB |
| RAID-5/-6 Bandwidth Mbps (write / read) | 1250 / 250 |
| DDP Bandwidth Mbps (write / read) | 1150 / 250 |
| Maximum IP camera channels | 400 single port ; 800 dual port (400 per port) |
| Rack size | 2U |
Technical Documents
- DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Base unit 12x4TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Dual controller unit 12x4TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Base unit 12x8TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Dual controller unit 12x8TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Base Unit 12x12TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Dual Controller Unit 12x12TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Expansion unit 12x4TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Expansion unit 12x8TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
- Expansion Unit 12x12TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
Frequently asked questions
How does the DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay support growing video storage needs?
This scale-up network storage solution starts with a 12-drive controller unit and easily expands by connecting up to seven additional 12-bay expansion shelves. This seamless scalability ensures your infrastructure adapts as video retention requirements and camera counts increase.
What data protection features are included to prevent video loss?
The system features configurable hardware-based RAID-5, RAID-6, or Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP). These advanced protections safeguard against double-disk failures and single-bit errors during rebuilds, ensuring high-availability environments maintain continuous access to critical footage.
How does the storage system maintain continuous uptime in critical environments?
Engineered for high reliability, the unit includes redundant hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans, along with automated path failover. This robust hardware design keeps organizations productive 24/7 and ensures video systems operate without disruption.
Does this storage solution support demanding Intelligent Video Analytics workloads?
Yes. Equipped with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports, the system delivers the high-bandwidth iSCSI connectivity and balanced I/O performance required to process and store intensive metadata from IVA Pro applications without latency or dropped frames.
How does the modular design simplify system maintenance?
The fully modular architecture allows for straightforward, on-the-fly component replacements and system reconfigurations without interrupting storage I/O. It is further supported by proactive drive health monitoring and next business day on-site support to minimize operational downtime.
Where can I buy genuine DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay in Vietnam?
DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay is supplied in Vietnam by IQSIGHT Vietnam with data sheets, VMS integration support (BVMS, Genetec, Milestone) and technical support. Send a quotation request for a project-specific configuration.
Is original technical documentation available for DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay?
Yes. The original English data sheet of every part number is in the Document Library; final specifications follow the latest IQSIGHT data sheet.
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