Part of the family: DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay
Dual controller unit 12x4TB
- Part number:
- DSA-N2C8X4-12AT
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.
- 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
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 | Dual Controller |
|---|---|
| Data Storage | 12 x 4TB |
| 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
- Dual controller unit 12x4TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
Part of the family
DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay · 9 models
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions
How does the Dual controller unit 12x4TB support high-bandwidth video analytics?
The unit features two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports designed for the highest speed iSCSI connectivity. This ensures a smooth, uninterrupted data flow for demanding workloads, allowing the system to efficiently process and store rich metadata from intelligent video analytics without experiencing network bottlenecks.
What features ensure continuous video availability during hardware failures?
Built to ensure operational continuity, the system features a fully modular design equipped with redundant hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans. By utilizing dual controllers, it maintains continuous access to critical video footage and insights, allowing for ease of service without disrupting daily security operations.
How does the storage unit protect critical video data?
The system provides configurable hardware-based protection, supporting RAID-5, RAID-6, or Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP) configurations. This architecture delivers the highest system performance while rigorously safeguarding video assets and contextual metadata against drive failures.
Can the storage capacity be expanded as operational needs grow?
Yes, it is engineered as a scale-up network storage solution. While the base controller unit houses 12 internal HDDs, it can be seamlessly expanded via state-of-the-art SAS interface-connected expansion units, allowing organizations to scale capacity precisely as their visual intelligence requirements increase.
What level of professional support is included with the system?
To give IT and security leaders confidence in their infrastructure, the storage system is protected by NetApp services. This comprehensive coverage includes three years of next business day on-site support, ensuring rapid resolution and minimal disruption when hardware assistance is required.
Where can I buy genuine Dual controller unit 12x4TB in Vietnam?
Dual controller unit 12x4TB 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 Dual controller unit 12x4TB?
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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