Supermicro CSE-847BE1C12-R1K23LPB5 - case

The Supermicro CSE-847BE1C12-R1K23LPB5 is a 4U rackmount server chassis engineered for high-density storage, offering an impressive 36 hot-swappable 3.5" drive bays to accommodate massive data growth. Its redundant 1200W Platinum power supplies ensure continuous operation and energy efficiency, making it a cornerstone for enterprise storage servers and data-intensive applications.

Advantages

This chassis maximizes storage capacity in a compact 4U form factor, supporting up to 36 SAS3/SATA drives for exceptional scalability. The 12Gb/s SAS3 expander backplane delivers high-speed data transfer, while the redundant power supply design eliminates single points of failure. Tool-less drive trays and hot-swap fans simplify maintenance, reducing downtime and operational costs.

Suitable for

• Enterprise storage servers and NAS/SAN systems
• Data centers requiring high-density, reliable storage
• Virtualization environments and cloud storage infrastructure
• Businesses needing scalable, always-on storage solutions

Key specifications

• Form factor: 4U rackmount
• Drive bays: 24 front + 12 rear 3.5" hot-swap SAS3/SATA
• Backplane: 12Gb/s SAS3 single expander
• Power supply: 1200W redundant (1+1) Platinum level
• Motherboard compatibility: E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX (up to 13.68" x 13")
• Expansion slots: 7 low-profile PCI-E
• Cooling: 5x 80mm hot-swap middle fans + 2x 80mm rear exhaust fans
• Front I/O: 2x USB 2.0
• Material: Heavy-duty steel, black
• Included: Rackmount slide rails

Recommendations

For organizations seeking a robust, high-capacity storage chassis with enterprise-grade reliability, the CSE-847BE1C12-R1K23LPB5 is an excellent choice. Its redundant power and cooling, combined with extensive drive support, make it ideal for mission-critical deployments where uptime and data integrity are paramount.