
Part of the family: DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay
Base unit 12x4TB
- Part number:
- DSA-N2E4X4-12AT
- CTN:
- DSA-N2E8X4-12AT
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.
- Scale-up network storage solution: controller unit with 12 internal HDDs expandable via SAS interface-connected expansion units
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 provide resilience to partial network failures, keeping critical security infrastructure running.
Technical 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 |
Part of the family
DSA E-Series E4000 12-bay · 5 models

DSA-N2E4XA-12AT
Base Unit 12x10TB
The Base unit 12x10TB is a highly resilient network storage solution engineered for mission-critical video security. It delivers seamless scalability, high-speed connectivity, and continuous data availability.
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DSA-N2C4X4-12AT
Dual controller unit 12x4TB
The Dual controller unit is a scalable network storage solution engineered for mission-critical video security. It helps ensure uninterrupted data availability for high-bandwidth video, keeping complex operations moving.
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DSA-N2C4XA-12AT
Dual controller unit 12x10TB
The Dual controller unit is a resilient, scalable network storage solution designed for mission-critical video security. It supports continuous data availability, protects against hardware failures, and seamlessly manages high-bandwidth video streams.
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DSX-N1D4XA-12AT
Expansion unit 12x10TB
The Expansion unit delivers scalable network storage to support high-bandwidth video. Designed for mission-critical environments, its modular architecture supports data availability and simplifies everyday maintenance.
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Frequently asked questions
How does the Base unit 12x4TB accommodate growing video storage requirements?
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.
What measures are in place to protect critical video data from hardware failure?
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.
How does the system handle high-bandwidth video and analytics streams?
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.
How does the storage solution prevent downtime during network disruptions?
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.
What professional support is included to maintain operational continuity?
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.
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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