EliteSTOR ES444X12 4U 44-Bay 12G SAS JBOD Rackmount Storage
The EliteSTOR ES444X12 is a high-capacity 4U SAS 12G JBOD rackmount solution engineered for enterprise data centers and storage-intensive applications. This 44-bay SAS/SATA enclosure leverages advanced 12G SAS expander technology to deliver exceptional performance and scalability. With up to 48Gb/s (4800MB/s) data bandwidth, it supports both SAS and SATA drives while maintaining backward compatibility with 6Gb/s infrastructure. Perfect for organizations requiring massive storage capacity without controller overhead, this JBOD rackmount solution scales effortlessly through daisy-chain connectivity.
Key Features
- 44-bay capacity in compact 4U form factor for maximum density
- 12G SAS expander technology with 48Gb/s bandwidth performance
- Single HD mini-SAS (SFF-8644) connection for simplified cabling
- Supports SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 12Gb/s hard drives and SSDs
- Backward compatible with 6Gb/s SAS and SATA drives
- Built-in SAS expansion port for daisy-chain connectivity
- Daisy-chain up to 256 drives for unlimited scalability
- Rackmount design optimized for data center deployment
- JBOD architecture eliminates controller bottlenecks
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
SANS DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY INC. |
| Model Number |
KT-ES444X12 |
| Form Factor |
4U Rackmount |
| Bay Capacity |
44 bays |
| Drive Support |
SAS 12Gb/s, SATA 12Gb/s, SSD compatible |
| Backward Compatibility |
6Gb/s SAS and SATA drives |
| Data Bandwidth |
48Gb/s (4800MB/s) |
| Interface |
HD mini-SAS (SFF-8644) |
| Expansion |
Daisy-chain up to 256 drives |
| Architecture |
JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 12G SAS JBOD rackmount and why do I need one?
A 12G SAS JBOD rackmount is a high-capacity storage enclosure that connects directly to a host system without built-in RAID controllers. The EliteSTOR ES444X12 provides massive storage density—44 bays in just 4U—making it ideal for backup, archival, and data-intensive applications where you need raw capacity without controller limitations.
How many drives can I connect with the EliteSTOR ES444X12?
The EliteSTOR ES444X12 supports 44 drives directly in the enclosure. Using the built-in SAS expansion port, you can daisy-chain multiple units to support up to 256 total drives, providing virtually unlimited scalability for growing storage needs.
Is the EliteSTOR ES444X12 compatible with my existing SAS infrastructure?
Yes. The 44-bay SAS/SATA enclosure supports both SAS 12Gb/s and SATA 12Gb/s drives, and is fully backward compatible with 6Gb/s SAS and SATA drives. This ensures seamless integration with existing data center environments.
What bandwidth performance does the 12G SAS expander technology deliver?
The EliteSTOR ES444X12 delivers 48Gb/s (4800MB/s) data bandwidth through its advanced 12G SAS expander technology, ensuring high-speed data transfers and minimal latency for demanding storage applications.
