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BC029A
1U GENERIC RACK MOUNT KIT PL-3C
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BC029A Overview
BC029A is a NAS storage system engineered with 12 drive bays that support a mix of SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD configurations. It delivers a total storage capacity of 1 PB while providing robust data protection through RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 configurations. The system is powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and comes pre-installed with 16 GB of RAM, expandable up to 128 GB using ECC DDR4 memory. Its connectivity features include a 10GbE network port, 2 LAN ports, and a USB 3.2 interface, facilitating high-speed data transfers and reliable network performance.
BC029A is designed with enterprise-grade features such as redundant fan cooling and a redundant power supply rated at 750W, ensuring optimal reliability and uptime. The system supports expansion and advanced functions including snapshot, cloud sync, iSCSI, and virtualization readiness, making it ideal for SMB, enterprise data centers, virtualization environments, and media server applications. Its comprehensive design and performance make it a versatile storage solution for critical data backup and storage infrastructure needs.
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BC029A Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- NAS
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 12-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- Mixed
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 1 PB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 128 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 750W
- Operating System
- Linux
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server
- Product Name
- BC029A Enterprise Storage System
- Height
- 3.5 inches
- Width
- 17.5 inches
- Depth
- 27.5 inches
- Weight
- 45 lbs
BC029A Use Case
Data Center Server Consolidation with BC029A-1U Rack Mount Kit
In a high-density data center, IT teams deploy multiple 1U blade servers onto existing 19″ cabinets using the BC029A-1U GENERIC RACK MOUNT KIT PL-3C. This scenario delivers optimized rack space utilization, improved airflow management, and standardized EIA-compliant mounting, resulting in a 20% increase in compute density and lower cooling costs.
Branch Office Network Switch Installation
For distributed branch offices requiring consistent network performance, network engineers install PoE switches on BC029A-1U rack mount kits within 19″ wall-mount enclosures. The PL-3C design ensures tool-free mounting, secure grounding, and simplified cable routing—delivering reliable uptime, streamlined deployments, and a 30% reduction in field-service labor.
AV Equipment Integration in Broadcast Racks
Broadcast facilities integrate audio processors and media encoders into standard racks using the BC029A-1U kit’s adjustable mounting rails and anti-vibration features. This use case enhances signal integrity, accelerates equipment swaps, and upholds professional-grade rack organization—yielding a 15% improvement in on-air reliability and faster maintenance cycles.
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table
 BC029A |  EH970SB |  Q0L08SB |  Q0L07SB |  AK379SB | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| Storage Type | NAS | SAN | NAS | NAS | SAN |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Bay Count | 12-bay | 12-bay | 8-bay | 12-bay | 12-bay |
| Supported Drive Types | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Max Supported Capacity | 1 PB | 512 TB | 1 PB | 256 TB | 512 TB |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB | 128 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 750W | 750W | 350W | 750W | 500W |
| Operating System | Linux | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | N/A |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization / Media Server | Enterprise Data Center |
| Product Name | BC029A Enterprise Storage System | EH970SB Enterprise Storage System | Q0L08SB Enterprise NAS | Q0L07SB Enterprise Storage Array | AK379SB Enterprise Storage Array |
| Height | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.2 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Width | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.3 inches | 17.2 inches | 17.5 inches |
| Depth | 27.5 inches | 28 inches | 16.5 inches | 25.6 inches | 28.0 inches |
| Weight | 45 lbs | 25 lbs | 25 lbs | 28 lbs | 35 lbs |
Reviews & Ratings
I
Imran Shah
4
Sturdy build and easy to align.
M
Marco Rinaldi
5
Helped keep the rack clean and organized.
J
Janne Virtanen
3
Good compatibility with standard racks.
R
Ryan Foster
4
Worked as expected.
Questions & Answers
What is the BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C?
The BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C is a universal mounting solution designed to securely install 1U equipment in standard 19-inch server racks.
Which rack types is the BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C compatible with?
The BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C is compatible with all EIA-310-D standard 19-inch rack and cabinet systems.
What are the dimensions of the BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C?
The BC029A measures 482.6 mm (19”) wide, 44.45 mm (1U) high and 150 mm deep, fitting any standard 1U rack space.
How much weight can the BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C support?
The BC029A 1U Generic Rack Mount Kit PL-3C supports up to 20 kg (44 lb) of evenly distributed equipment weight.