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Hot swap is supported in the SATA specification, but implementing a hot swap
solution requires more than simply using Serial ATA drives--you must use an
enclosure like the SuperSwap 1100 that provides hard disk access while the
system operates. Use the SuperSwap 1100 with a Serial ATA controller to
create a high-capacity, high-performance removable storage solution.
More than just a hot-swap drive carrier, the SuperSwap 1100 also provides numerous
advanced features that offer added protection for your storage system. The cable-free
drive-to-chassis connection improves signal quality and data integrity. The keyed lock
prevents unwanted removal of your disk drive. An integrated fan provides dedicated
drive cooling for improved drive reliability and extended drive lifespan.
The SuperSwap 1100 provides sophisticated enclosure management tools, the kind used
in enterprise storage systems. With Promise’s SuperSwap 1100, you can monitor the fan, temperature, and enclosure power status at all times using Promise Array Management software.
With the SuperSwap 1100 and a Promise Serial ATA RAID controller, replacing a
failed drive with a working drive couldn't be easier. Just unlock and slide out
the SuperSwap 1100 drive carrier from the housing, exchange drives, and slide
the carrier back in, all without powering down the system. Promise Serial ATA
RAID adapter cards instantly begin rebuilding data to the working drive.
Hot Swap is an essential feature for the RAID storage required by
high-availability servers. If you are using a RAID array for data protection
(RAID1, RAID 0+1, or RAID 5), you need a SuperSwap drive enclosure for each
drive in the array.
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