Network-Attached Storage/ NAS / DAS

8-Bay Disk Enclosure
Designed for connecting up to eight drives to almost any system with an HBA (or similar) controller—perfect for expanding NAS storage when you have no more internal bays. This enclosure is held together with magnets, making assembly straightforward yet sturdy.

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POWER OPTIONS

1. If your existing server has spare SATA/Molex connectors
  - Simply use a cable from your server’s PSU to power the backplane.
  - No additional power adapter is needed in this case.

2. If your existing server has a spare 8-pin PCI (GPU) connector
  - You do need a power adapter to connect the 8-pin PCI cable to the backplane.

3. If your system has no free PSU connectors
  - You’ll need an external 12V barrel (DC5525) adapter or an external PSU (e.g., a 12V, 200W supply) plus a power adapter to feed the backplane.

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KEY FEATURES

- Easy Assembly via Magnets: Snap the panels together and they stay firmly in place.
- Compact and Durable: Designed in Fusion 360 for a robust structure.
- Ideal for NAS Expansion: Connects to a host system via an HBA or similar controller.

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REQUIRED PARTS

• Backplane (Basic)
 https://es.aliexpress.com/item/1005006838134362.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.7e127a9d2Zq7Ap&mp=1&gatewayAdapt=glo2esp

• Backplane (Advanced)
 https://homelabs.club/producto/backplane/

• Magnets (8×3mm)
 - 32 magnets if you’re not stacking enclosures
 - 50 magnets if you plan to stack
 https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_Dec75HD

• HP-Style HDD Screws (32×)
 https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFlL8yL

• 200W Power Adapter with 2 Molex (optional)
 https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DC0D9ll
 + any compatible 12V, 200W PSU

• M3 Inserts (15×)
 - OD 5mm

• M3×45mm Screws (8×)
 - For the rear panel

• M3×6mm Screws (7×)
 - For mounting the backplane

Approximate total cost for parts: ~65€

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DIMENSIONS & FAN SETUP

• Width: 255 mm
• Height: 128 mm (without legs), 130 mm (with legs)
• Depth: 234.5 mm
• Number of Fans: 2 (120 mm each)

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ASSEMBLY VIDEO

A video demonstrating how to assemble the enclosure is available here:
(It’s in Spanish; enable subtitles and auto-translate.)