Delock 47141 5.25-inch Mobile Rack for 4 x 2.5-inch SATA or SAS HDD/SSD with Lock

The Delock 47141 is a high-density mobile rack designed to fit into a standard 5.25-inch drive bay, allowing for the installation of up to four 2.5-inch SATA or SAS hard drives or solid-state drives. This internal enclosure provides a robust and efficient way to manage multiple storage drives within a single computer chassis, making it an essential component for users who require frequent access to their data or need to expand their storage capacity without occupying additional internal space.

Advantages

This mobile rack offers significant space-saving benefits by consolidating four drive slots into a single 5.25-inch bay. The inclusion of a secure locking mechanism ensures that your drives remain safely in place and protected against unauthorized removal. The design supports both SATA and SAS interfaces, providing versatility for various professional and personal computing environments. Furthermore, the hot-swap capability allows for quick and easy drive replacement without the need to power down the system, which is critical for maintaining uptime in server or workstation setups.

Suitable for

• Server systems requiring high-density storage
• Workstations needing quick drive swapping
• Data backup and archiving solutions
• Professional environments with frequent drive rotation

When it may not be suitable

This mobile rack is not suitable for computer cases that lack an available 5.25-inch external drive bay. It is also not compatible with 3.5-inch hard drives or drives exceeding the standard 2.5-inch form factor.

Key specifications

• Form factor: 5.25-inch drive bay
• Capacity: Up to 4 x 2.5-inch drives
• Interface compatibility: SATA and SAS
• Security: Integrated locking mechanism
• Functionality: Hot-swap support

How to use

To install the mobile rack, slide the unit into an empty 5.25-inch bay of your computer case and secure it with the appropriate mounting screws. Connect the necessary SATA or SAS data and power cables from your motherboard or controller card to the rear of the rack. Once installed, you can insert your 2.5-inch drives into the individual trays and lock them into place using the provided key. The system will recognize the drives automatically if your controller supports hot-swapping.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure your computer case has an accessible 5.25-inch bay
• Verify that your motherboard or controller supports SAS if using SAS drives
• Check the height requirements of your 2.5-inch drives

Usage recommendations: Always ensure the drive is fully seated and locked before initiating data transfers to prevent connection interruptions. If using SAS drives, ensure your host controller is compatible with the SAS protocol.