JetStor SAS 864JD JBOD User Guide

This article provides the official user manual for the JetStor SAS 864JD JBOD subsystem, a 4U rackmount storage solution with 64 hot-swappable SAS/SATA drive bays. Includes hardware setup, firmware upgrade procedures, and technical specifications for administrators managing high-density storage environments.

Download: SAS 864JD Manual

Click here to download the JetStor SAS 864JD User Manual (Revision 1.0).

Key Sections:

  • Hardware Overview: Front/rear panel layouts, dual SAS expander modules, and 64-bay drive configuration
  • Rack Installation: Step-by-step rail mounting guidelines for 4U enclosures
  • Firmware Updates: Four-step process for upgrading expander firmware via RS-232
  • Component Replacement: Procedures for replacing power supplies, fans, and disk drives
  • Technical Specifications: 1100W redundant PSUs, environmental tolerances, and SAS3/SATA3 interface details

Critical Notes:

  • WARNING: Firmware upgrades require stopping all I/O operations and completing four expander updates (A1, B1, A2, B2).
  • Note: Dual SAS expanders enable daisy-chaining – follow rear-panel cabling diagrams for optimal performance.

JetStor Support

For assistance with the SAS 864JD JBOD subsystem:
📧 support@jetstor.com
🎫 Submit Support Ticket