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Lenovo 64114B2 S2200 LFF Chassis - 12 x 3. 5" HDD Bays - Dual SAS RAID Controllers - Fibre Channel - 2U Rack-mountable
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The S2200 chassis features a dedicated storage architecture with twelve 3.5" drive bays, allowing for flexible configuration of HDDs to meet specific capacity and performance requirements. Each bay supports standard large-form-factor drives, facilitating easy upgrades or replacements without specialized tools.
Dual SAS RAID controllers provide active-active failover capabilities, ensuring continuous operation even during controller maintenance or failure scenarios. The supported RAID levels offer a range of options from striping for maximum performance to mirroring and parity-based configurations for data redundancy.
This section brings together practical product details such as Number of Hard Drives Supported, Number of Total Expansion Bays, Number of 3.5" Bays, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The S2200 LFF Chassis combines high storage density with enterprise-grade reliability features, making it an ideal solution for organizations scaling their storage infrastructure. The dual-controller design minimizes downtime risks, while Fibre Channel support ensures compatibility with high-performance network environments.
High-Density Storage
Twelve 3.5" drive bays maximize storage capacity within a compact 2U footprint, optimizing rack space efficiency in data centers or server rooms.
- Supports standard LFF HDDs
- Easy drive access and maintenance
Redundant Controllers
Dual SAS RAID controllers provide hardware-based data protection and failover capabilities, enhancing system availability and reducing single points of failure.
- Active-active configuration
- Supports multiple RAID levels
Deployment / Use Cases
This chassis is well-suited for SAN storage expansions, secondary storage arrays, or dedicated backup targets in medium to large business environments. Its 2U form factor makes it compatible with standard 19-inch server racks, allowing seamless integration into existing infrastructure.
Common deployment scenarios include adding capacity to virtualized environments, hosting file shares or databases, or serving as a centralized repository for archival data. The Fibre Channel connectivity enables high-throughput data transfers, supporting applications with demanding I/O requirements such as video editing, scientific computing, or financial analytics.
SAN Storage Expansion
Integrate the S2200 into Fibre Channel SANs to increase available storage without replacing existing arrays, leveraging its dual controllers for reliable performance.
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Use the chassis as a target for backup software, taking advantage of RAID 6 or 10 configurations to protect against multiple drive failures while maintaining adequate capacity.
Physical Profile
The S2200 chassis measures 3.40" (86.36 mm) in height, 17.60" (447.04 mm) in width, and 20.60" (523.24 mm) in depth, fitting standard 2U rack spaces. Its rack-mountable design includes appropriate mounting hardware for secure installation in server cabinets. The approximate weight of 39.02 lb (17700 g) reflects a robust construction suitable for data center environments.
- Width
- 17.60" (447.04 mm)
- Depth
- 20.60" (523.24 mm)
- Height
- 3.40" (86.36 mm)
- Weight
- 39.02 lb (17700 g)
Highlights
- Supports twelve 3.5" hard drive bays for high-capacity storage
- Includes dual Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) RAID controllers for redundancy
- Hardware RAID support for levels 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10
- Fibre Channel connectivity for high-speed SAN integration
- 2U rack-mountable form factor optimizes data center space
- Rack height of 2U fits standard 19-inch server cabinets
- Dimensions: 3.40" H x 17.60" W x 20.60" D (86.36 mm x 447.04 mm x 523.24 mm)
- Approximate weight of 39.02 lb (17700 g) for stable rack mounting
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Lenovo Group Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 64114B2 |
| Brand Name | Lenovo |
| Product Model | S2200 |
| Product Name | S2200 LFF Chassis (with two FC and iSCSI RAID Controllers) |
| Product Type | SAN Storage System |
| Storage | |
| Number of Hard Drives Supported | 12 |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 12 |
| Number of 3.5" Bays | 12 |
| Controllers | |
| Number of Controllers | 2 |
| Controller Type | Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Fibre Channel | Yes |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Height | 3.40" (86.36 mm) |
| Width | 17.60" (447.04 mm) |
| Depth | 20.60" (523.24 mm) |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| Weight (Approximate) | 39.02 lb (17700 g) |
FAQ
How many hard drives does the Lenovo S2200 LFF Chassis support?
The S2200 chassis supports up to twelve 3.5" hard drives, providing substantial storage capacity for enterprise applications. All twelve bays are dedicated to large-form-factor drives, allowing flexible configuration based on capacity or performance needs.
What type of RAID controllers are included with this chassis?
This chassis includes two Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) RAID controllers. These hardware controllers support RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10, offering options for performance optimization, data mirroring, or parity-based protection with dual-drive fault tolerance.
Does the S2200 chassis support Fibre Channel connectivity?
Yes, the S2200 chassis features Fibre Channel connectivity, enabling integration into high-speed storage area networks. This makes it suitable for environments requiring low-latency data transfers between servers and storage arrays.
What is the rack height of the Lenovo S2200 LFF Chassis?
The chassis has a rack height of 2U, meaning it occupies two rack units in a standard 19-inch server rack. This compact form factor allows efficient use of vertical space in data centers while providing twelve drive bays.
What RAID levels are supported by the dual SAS controllers?
The dual SAS controllers support RAID levels 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10. RAID 0 offers striping for performance, RAID 1 provides mirroring, RAID 5 and 6 use parity for redundancy with single or dual-drive fault tolerance, and RAID 10 combines mirroring and striping.
What are the physical dimensions and weight of the S2200 chassis?
The chassis measures 3.40 inches in height, 17.60 inches in width, and 20.60 inches in depth (86.36 mm x 447.04 mm x 523.24 mm). It weighs approximately 39.02 pounds (17700 grams), which is typical for a 2U storage chassis with robust construction.
How many cores are listed?
the specifications are intended to help buyers confirm fit, compatibility, and expected day-to-day operation. In practical terms, the best reading of this product comes from how its hardware, connectivity, and deployment details work together.
What network port or Ethernet details are listed?
the specifications are intended to help buyers confirm fit, compatibility, and expected day-to-day operation. In practical terms, the best reading of this product comes from how its hardware, connectivity, and deployment details work together.