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Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array with Dual ControllerThe Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array with Dual Controller is a modular, scalable direct attach storage solution built to grow with your business. Designed to complement ThinkServer host servers, this DAS array combines dense capacity with redundancy and performance. It offers twelve front panel 3. 5" bays for high capacity storage, support for up to two I O controllers, and optional rear panel 2. 5" SSD bays to accelerate workloads. With enterprise
The Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array with Dual Controller is a modular, scalable direct attach storage solution built to grow with your business. Designed to complement ThinkServer host servers, this DAS array combines dense capacity with redundancy and performance. It offers twelve front-panel 3.5" bays for high-capacity storage, support for up to two I/O controllers, and optional rear-panel 2.5" SSD bays to accelerate workloads. With enterprise-grade reliability, flexible expansion, and streamlined management, the SA120 is ideal for backups, data warehouses, virtualized environments, and demanding applications that require scalable storage without complex infrastructure.
- Massive front-end capacity for scalable growth: The SA120 provides twelve 3.5" front-drive bays, enabling you to deploy large, dense storage arrays in a compact footprint. This design supports easy capacity expansion as your data grows, with hot-swappable trays that minimize downtime during drive upgrades or replacements.
- Redundant dual controllers for reliability and throughput: Up to two I/O controllers deliver enhanced throughput and high availability. Redundant controllers help maintain access to data even if one controller requires service, reducing the risk of downtime and keeping critical workloads running smoothly. The integration with LSI-based controller technology brings proven performance and robust management capabilities to your environment.
- Optional rear 2.5" SSD bays to accelerate performance: Four rear-panel 2.5" drive bays can be populated with SSDs to accelerate data-intensive workloads. This enables flexible tiering or caching strategies, delivering lower latency and higher IOPS for databases, virtualization, and high-traffic applications while preserving the cost benefits of HDD capacity in the front bays.
- Direct attach storage designed for Lenovo ThinkServer ecosystems: The SA120 is engineered to integrate seamlessly with Lenovo ThinkServer servers, simplifying deployment, cabling, and ongoing management. This cohesive ecosystem supports unified monitoring, firmware updates, and reliable sourcing from Lenovo, helping IT teams reduce time-to-value and streamline support.
- Modular, scalable architecture for futureproofing: Built to adapt to evolving data requirements, the SA120’s modular design lets you expand capacity and improve performance over time. Add drives or leverage the dual-controller configuration to balance capacity, resilience, and throughput as your workloads shift, ensuring your storage solution remains aligned with business goals.
Technical Details of Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array with Dual Controller
- Drive Bays (front): 12 x 3.5-inch front-panel bays for high-density storage, designed for hot-swapping.
- Rear Drive Bays (optional): Up to 4 x 2.5-inch rear-panel bays to accommodate SSDs for performance acceleration.
- Controllers: Dual I/O controllers (up to two) for redundancy and improved throughput; LS I-based architecture for reliable enterprise performance.
- Interface: Direct Attach Storage (DAS) connection to Lenovo ThinkServer hosts, enabling straightforward deployment without a separate SAN fabric.
- Compatibility: Optimized for integration with Lenovo ThinkServer servers and related enterprise storage workflows.
- Expansion and scalability: Modular design supports growth in capacity and performance to meet changing business needs.
How to Install Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array
Installing the SA120 is a straightforward process when paired with compatible Lenovo ThinkServer hosts. Follow these general steps to deploy quickly and maintain reliability across your storage environment.
- Plan ahead: Verify compatibility with your ThinkServer model, confirm available rack or workspace space, and determine power and cabling requirements for SAS or other supported connections.
- Prepare the SA120: Ensure the unit is in a clean, static-free environment. If you are adding drives, install them into the front 3.5" bays and secure the trays properly. Inspect the rear area to confirm any optional SSD bays are properly installed if you intend to use them.
- Connect power and data cables: Attach the SA120 to an appropriate power source and connect the I/O cables from the host servers to the dual controller ports. Use clean, well-organized cabling to maximize airflow and simplify maintenance.
- Power up and initialize: Start both the SA120 and the ThinkServer host. Access the management interfaces (such as the LSI-based controller utility or ThinkServer management tools) to initialize the array, configure RAID levels, and establish volumes for your workloads.
- Configure storage policies: Create storage pools or RAID configurations that reflect your data protection and performance requirements. If you are using SSDs in the rear bays, implement caching or tiering policies to optimize access times for hot data.
- Validate and monitor: Run sample workloads to validate performance, confirm drive health, and verify failover paths for the redundant controllers. Enable monitoring features to receive alerts for drive failures, controller issues, or power anomalies.
- Document and secure: Record your configuration, include drive layout, RAID levels, and volume mappings in your IT documentation. Ensure firmware and driver updates are applied through Lenovo ThinkServer management channels to maintain reliability and security.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Lenovo ThinkServer SA120 DAS Array? It is a modular direct attach storage array that combines twelve 3.5" front-drive bays with dual controllers for redundancy, plus optional rear 2.5" SSD bays to accelerate performance, designed to integrate with Lenovo ThinkServer hosts.
- How many drives can it hold? The front supports 12 x 3.5" drives, with optional rear bays for up to 4 x 2.5" SSDs to boost performance.
- Does it support SSDs? Yes. Optional rear 2.5" SSD bays enable high-performance acceleration for critical applications while preserving HDD capacity in the front bays.
- Is the SA120 hot-swappable? Front-drive bays are designed to be hot-swappable, enabling drive replacement or upgrades without powering down the system in typical configurations. Always follow proper maintenance procedures.
- Is it compatible with ThinkServer servers? Yes. The SA120 is built to work with Lenovo ThinkServer host servers, offering a cohesive storage and server ecosystem with streamlined management and support.
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Review of Deacons for Defense
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I found this book to be extremely informative about the Deacons. I was in Monroe ,LA in 1965 as a staff lawyer for the Lawyers Constitutional Defense Committee. We represented Deacons in various instances. This history filled in innumerable gaps in my knowledge of the Deacons. To the extent of my recollection the facts and analysis seemed accurate to me. This book is recommended for anyone with an interest in acquiring a full understanding of important civil rights organizations which contributed to the Movement in the '60's'
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Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2014
★★★★★ 5
I love this book
Format: Paperback
I love this book. Some of the incidents took place in my home town of Jonesboro, LA. I knew many of the men (and women) who risked their lives to take a stand for racial equality. CORE's Jonesboro Freedom House (although it is vacant) still stands today, and its structure has not changed. This house, along with many of the pictures of individuals, are shown between pages 107 & 108 of the book. I shared this information with some of my students. They were quite surprised that our small town was a part of History!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2017
★★★★★ 5
Funny, Interesting, Informative!
Format: Paperback
I hiked the PCT in 2016 and I wish this had been available then. There are a lot of misconceptions about the desert section of the PCT (first 700ish miles) being flat, monotonous, and unpleasant. Even once you are out on the trail hiking through varied terrain, it is hard to shake off the "desert mentality" that comes from listening to those misconceptions. One of the reasons I love this book is because of how well the author paints an accurate picture of the beauty and constantly changing scenery the desert has to offer.
All the information you would expect from a guide book is here, including mileage, water sources, elevation, etc. There are also a TON of photos that will make you question why you spend anytime indoors. I mean this literally. This book is worth buying for pictures of the Sierra sections alone. The damn near turn by turn navigation descriptions of each section are also a good reason for your purchase.
The author is funny. I wanted to say that in a funny way but she's funny enough so if you want to chuckle, wait for the book. Her passion for the PCT seeps through her writing and it is impossible not to feel equally enthusiastic. On a multi-day (or multi-month) hike, that enthusiasm is almost as important as your next water source...except not..but ALMOST.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2017
★★★★★ 5
Anyone Can Do It!
Format: Paperback
My husband and I are hiking the PCT and this book has come in very helpful. We especially appreciate the areas we can park at the beginning and end of each section. It is making the trail very doable for two older people who could never make it otherwise. I tear out the section, make a copy and highlight some of the details for example a gate at 4.5 miles. It helps encourage us to continue when we know about how far we have left to go. Also the little map showing elevation gain and lost. The last 17 mile trip we did last week was predominantly up hill. Knowing that ahead of time prepares us mentally for a difficult hike. Our next section is 10 miles downhill so we will do that as a day hike and bring the dog. For anyone who thinks they can't do the PCT this is the perfect book. If I can do it Anyone Can Do It!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2022
★★★★★ 5
Best Section Books out there!
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I plan to section hike the PCT in mostly small sections. Previous section books I'd found were called "PCT Section Hiking" but really were if you just wanted to get your feet on the PCT. THIS series of books is more than I could have hoped for and makes it so easy! I had previously spent hours and hours planning small sections, researching where to leave my car, which wilderness, what permits were needed, and on and on. This series (all different authors, but organized the same way, wonderful!) provides all the need to know info, plus very detailed commentary on each segment/leg. So grateful! So good!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2020