Gigabyte R281-NO0
Best high density storage solution for enterprise data centers.
This 2U powerhouse is built for data centers that refuse to compromise on storage density or processing muscle. By packing massive NVMe capacity and dual-processor support into a single chassis, it sacrifices a bit of compact footprint for the sheer scalability required to handle your most demanding virtualization workloads.
$4544.57
Who it's for
- Data center architects requiring maximum throughput for intensive workloads
- Enterprise IT managers running complex virtualized environments
- System integrators building bespoke high-performance computing clusters
Who should skip it
- Small business owners with limited electrical and cooling capacity
- Junior sysadmins accustomed to more streamlined server management tools
- Budget-conscious organizations looking for basic file storage solutions
Performance breakdown
Storage Density
Twenty-six hot-swappable bays provide exceptional storage density for a 2U chassis.
Compute Scalability
Dual 2nd Gen Intel Xeon processors handle demanding enterprise virtualization workloads effortlessly.
Power Efficiency
Dual 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies ensure minimal energy waste under load.
Management Accessibility
Aspeed AST2500 controller offers robust, reliable remote oversight for data centers.
Expansion Flexibility
Six expansion slots provide ample room for custom networking or accelerator cards.
Data Security
Integrated TPM and FIPS certification offer enterprise-grade protection for sensitive data.
Key Specs
Rack Unit Size
2U
Processor Family
Intel Xeon
Number of Processor Sockets
2
RAM Type
ECC
Storage Type
NVMe
Power Supply Wattage
1600W
Power Supply Redundancy
Yes
Primary Application
Virtualization
Number of 2.5 inch Drive Bays
26
Number of 3.5 inch Drive Bays
0
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