AIC SB401-VG - H5521T200005

The AIC SB401-VG stands apart from generic rackmount enclosures by combining a 24-bay hot-swap backplane with expander support and a tool-less 4U layout, giving storage integrators a foundation that handles dense SAS/SATA deployments without the usual cable clutter. Built for data centers and enterprise storage, this chassis delivers the airflow, drive accessibility, and expansion headroom that high-capacity servers demand.

Highlights

• 24 x 3.5" hot-swap drive bays with 6Gb/s SAS/SATA backplane and expander support for large-scale storage arrays.
• 4U rackmount form factor with heavy-duty steel construction and lockable front bezel for physical security.
• Redundant (1+1) power supply support with options up to 1600W for uninterrupted operation.
• Seven full-height, full-length PCIe expansion slots for RAID controllers, HBAs, and network adapters.
• Efficient cooling via five 80mm hot-swap middle fans and two 80mm rear fans, with fan failure and overheat indicators.
• Compatible with E-ATX (12" x 13") and ATX (12" x 9.6") motherboards, including dual-socket server boards.

In daily use

In a production environment, the SB401-VG simplifies drive servicing: each bay slides out without powering down the system, and the expander backplane reduces the number of cables needed to connect all 24 drives. The front panel gives you instant status on power, HDD activity, LAN activity, fan health, and temperature, so you can spot issues before they escalate. The lockable bezel prevents unauthorized drive removal, while the optional sliding rail kit makes installation and maintenance in a rack straightforward.

Full specifications

• Form factor: 4U rackmount
• Drive bays: 24 x 3.5" hot-swap SAS/SATA
• Backplane: 6Gb/s SAS/SATA with expander support
• Motherboard compatibility: E-ATX (12" x 13"), ATX (12" x 9.6")
• Power supply: Redundant (1+1) PSU support (1200W, 1600W options)
• Cooling: 5 x 80mm hot-swap middle fans, 2 x 80mm rear fans
• Expansion slots: 7 x full-height, full-length PCIe
• Front I/O: 2 x USB 2.0
• Front controls: Power on/off, system reset
• Indicators: Power, HDD activity, LAN activity, fan failure, overheat
• Material: Heavy-duty steel
• Security: Lockable front bezel
• Rail kit: Optional sliding rail kit
• Color: Black
• Compliance: RoHS, CE, FCC

Final note

For storage-heavy workloads that need reliable hot-swap capability and room to grow, the AIC SB401-VG offers a robust, well-cooled platform that integrates seamlessly into enterprise rack environments.