Part of the family: DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay
Base unit 12x4TB
- Part number:
- DSA-N2E8X4-12AT
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.
- 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 | Base |
|---|---|
| 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
- Base unit 12x4TB – Data sheetDownload PDF
Data sheet · 248 KB
Part of the family
DSA E-Series E2800 12-bay · 9 models
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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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 system accommodate growing video storage requirements?
The Base unit 12x4TB acts as a scale-up network storage solution that adapts to increasing data demands. It features a controller unit with 12 internal hard disk drives and can be seamlessly expanded using state-of-the-art SAS interface-connected expansion units. This allows organizations to scale their storage capacity without disrupting continuous video recording.
How does the storage unit protect critical video data from hardware failures?
To deliver the highest system performance and reliability, the unit utilizes configurable hardware-based protection. Security teams can configure the system using RAID-5, RAID-6, or Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP) to safeguard critical video data, ensuring that footage remains accessible and secure even if a drive fails.
What hardware features help maintain continuous system operation?
The storage system is engineered with redundant, hot-swappable power supplies and cooling fans. This fully modular design allows IT personnel to easily service or replace critical components without powering down the unit, ensuring uninterrupted situational awareness and minimal operational friction.
Can the storage unit handle high-bandwidth video workloads?
Yes, the unit is equipped with two 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports. This provides the highest speed iSCSI connectivity required for demanding video security environments, ensuring smooth data transfer, rapid access to recorded footage, and reliable system performance across the network.
What professional support is included to minimize downtime?
The storage hardware is fully protected by NetApp services, which includes three years of next business day on-site support. This ensures that organizations receive rapid, expert assistance when it matters most, reducing operational risk and maintaining system resilience over the long term.
Where can I buy genuine Base unit 12x4TB in Vietnam?
Base 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 Base 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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