Exos FUSE · 2U · 12 Bays
Exos FUSE AP2U12 12-bay 2U storage server
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Advanced compute with cutting-edge storage in a single system.
Twelve 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch drive slots in a 2U rackmount enclosure
AMD SP3 EPYC CPU with 12 or 16 cores per controller
DDR4 options up to 256GB per controller module
x16 Gen4 slot plus x8 Gen4 OCP plus x16 Gen3 inter-controller link
What is the Exos FUSE AP2U12?
The Exos FUSE AP2U12 storage server delivers advanced compute with cutting-edge storage in a single system.
Storage and compute. Save space with up to 12 drives and dual controllers all in a 2U rackmount enclosure. It is the ideal solution for small to midsize enterprise deployments in need of a high-capacity storage and compute platform for their software and networking requirements.
Enterprise-grade platform. A performance-integrated storage server built upon our known and trusted storage systems, offering a rich set of enterprise features including modern CPU design, performance I/O options, and industry standard management.
Maximize high density potential in a 2U form factor. Ideal for customers who need a compact solution with an ability to expand as storage needs grow — the ideal solution for customers who don’t need an ultra high-dense chassis but want high-end features, such as high availability at a reasonable cost, and the ability to scale as storage needs grow.
Why choose the AP2U12 for small and midsize enterprise deployments?
Three reasons small and midsize enterprises pick this 2U converged platform over a separate server-plus-array pair.
Storage and Compute
Up to 12 drives and dual controllers all in a 2U rackmount enclosure — ideal for small to midsize enterprise deployments needing a high-capacity storage and compute platform for their software and networking requirements.
Enterprise-Grade Platform
A performance-integrated storage server built upon our known and trusted storage systems, with modern CPU design, performance I/O options and industry standard management.
High-Density Potential in 2U
For customers who don’t need an ultra high-dense chassis but want high-end features — such as high availability at a reasonable cost — and the ability to scale as storage needs grow.
What compute and memory does the AP2U12 controller module provide?
Every FUSE system takes one or two identical AP-BV-1 controller modules — the same compute, memory and I/O building block across the family.
AMD EPYC Compute
AMD SP3 7292P EPYC CPU with 12 or 16 cores at 2.0GHz per controller, giving you real server-class processing where the data already lives.
Up to 256GB DDR4
Four DDR4-3200 DIMM slots taking 32, 64 or 128GB modules — 128GB or 256GB of memory per controller.
10/25GbE Onboard
On-board NVidia CX4 dual-port 10/25GbE I/O plus dual-port 1GbE for management and data, and 12G x4 mini-SAS HD external expansion ports.
M.2 NVMe Boot
Single or dual M.2 NVMe SSD for redundant boot and logs, keeping the OS off the data drives entirely.
Which AP2U12 modules are field-replaceable?
Dual SBB I/O controller module slots plus dual power and fan modules, interchangeable with other Exos products.
Exos FUSE AP2U12 specifications
Key specifications for the 12-bay 2U storage server. Full details are in the Seagate datasheet.
| Form factor | 2U rackmount |
|---|---|
| Drive slots | 12 (3.5-inch or 2.5-inch) |
| Controller module slots | Dual SBB I/O controller module slots |
| Power and cooling | Dual power and fan modules |
| Controllers | One or two AP-BV-1 Controllers, redundancy optional |
| CPU | AMD SP3 7292P EPYC CPU (12, 16 Core) |
| Memory | 4 × DDR4-3200MHz DIMM slots — 32, 64, 128GB DIMM support |
| Internal boot drive | Single or Dual M.2 NVMe SSD for Redundant Boot/Logs |
| Onboard I/O | On-board NVidia CX4 Dual Port 10/25GbE I/O, 2 × 1GbE onboard connections (Management / Data) |
| PCIe expansion | One low-profile, half-length PCI Express Gen 4 ×16 Host Interface Slot; One OCP v2.0 Gen 4×8 host interface slot |
| Storage infrastructure | Gen 4 ×8 PCIe Lanes to 12G Broadcom SAS Controller, Dual 12G ×4 Mini-SAS HD External Expansion Ports |
| Inter-controller link | PCI Express Gen 3 ×16 NTB Inter-controller Interface |
| Optional networking | Dual QSFP port Nvidia CX6 100GbE with interface card |
| Redundant path | Yes (SAS only) |
| Management / status reporting | Redfish API + IPMI + SES |
| Device support | 12Gb/s SAS and 6Gb/s SATA SSDs |
| I/O bandwidth | 64GB/s (×16 Gen4 slot + ×8 Gen4 OCP + ×16 Gen3 ICL) |
| SAS expansion | 12G ×4 mini-SAS HD external ports |
| Power supply | 764W (80 PLUS Platinum) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 88.9mm x 483mm x 630mm |
| Weight | 30kg |
| Hot-swappable components | HDDs and SSDs (in chassis data slots), power supply and cooling module units (PCU), controllers |
Specifications are taken from the Seagate Exos FUSE AP2U12 datasheet (DS2050.7-2603US). Actual data rates may vary depending on operating environment and other factors.
How does the AP2U12 compare with the AP2U24 and AP5U84?
We’ve laid them out side by side so you can quickly spot what fits your needs.
| AP2U12 | AP2U24 | AP5U84 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form factor | 2U | 2U | 5U |
| Drive slots | 12 | 24 | 84 |
| Drive support | SAS | SAS | SAS |
| CPU | AMD embedded-class EPYC 7292P: 12 or 16 core @ 2.0GHz | AMD embedded-class EPYC 7292P: 12 or 16 core @ 2.0GHz | AMD embedded-class EPYC 7292P: 12 or 16 core @ 2.0GHz |
| Memory | 4 × 32GB or 4 × 64GB DDR4 DIMMs (128GB or 256GB per controller) @ 3200MHz | 4 × 32GB or 4 × 64GB DDR4 DIMMs (128GB or 256GB per controller) @ 3200MHz | 4 × 32GB or 4 × 64GB DDR4 DIMMs (128GB or 256GB per controller) @ 3200MHz |
| Onboard I/O | On-board NVidia CX4 dual port 10/25GbE I/O, 2 × 1GbE onboard connections (management / data), 12G ×4 mini-SAS HD external ports | On-board NVidia CX4 dual port 10/25GbE I/O, 2 × 1GbE onboard connections (management / data), 12G ×4 mini-SAS HD external ports | On-board NVidia CX4 dual port 10/25GbE I/O, 2 × 1GbE onboard connections (management / data), 12G ×4 mini-SAS HD external ports |
| PCIe expansion | One low-profile, half-length PCI Express Gen 4 ×16 host interface slot, one OCP v2.0 Gen 4×8 host interface slot | One low-profile, half-length PCI Express Gen 4 ×16 host interface slot, one OCP v2.0 Gen 4×8 host interface slot | One low-profile, half-length PCI Express Gen 4 ×16 host interface slot, one OCP v2.0 Gen 4×8 host interface slot |
| Optional networking | Dual QSFP port Nvidia CX6 100GbE with interface card | Dual QSFP port Nvidia CX6 100GbE with interface card | Dual QSFP port Nvidia CX6 100GbE with interface card |
| Internal boot drive | 256GB M.2 NVMe boot SSD | Single or Dual M.2 NVMe SSD for Redundant Boot/Logs | 256GB M.2 NVMe boot SSD |
| Power supply | 764W (80 PLUS Platinum) | 764W (80 PLUS Platinum) | 2200W (80 PLUS Platinum) |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 88.9mm x 483mm x 630mm | 87.9mm x 443mm x 630mm | 220mm x 483mm x 933mm |
| Weight | 30kg | 17kg (30kg with drives) | 135kg |
| Hot-swappable components | HDDs and SSDs (in chassis data slots), power supply and cooling module units (PCU), controllers | SSDs (in chassis data slots), power supply and cooling modules units (PCU), controllers | HDDs and SSDs (in chassis data slots), power supply units (PSU), cooling modules, side-plane expanders, controllers |
Where the AP2U12 is deployed
Where our solution architects deploy this converged platform most often.
Exos FUSE AP2U12 datasheet
Seagate documentation for this storage server, hosted on our CDN.
Exos FUSE AP2U12: frequently asked questions
Compute, memory, I/O and procurement answers for the 12-bay 2U storage server.
The Exos FUSE AP2U12 storage server delivers advanced compute with cutting-edge storage in a single system. It holds up to 12 drives and dual controllers all in a 2U rackmount enclosure, and is the ideal solution for small to midsize enterprise deployments in need of a high-capacity storage and compute platform.
Yes. The Exos application platform line is now branded Exos FUSE, so this system is the Exos FUSE AP2U12. The model number and hardware are unchanged.
Each controller module uses an AMD SP3 7292P EPYC CPU with 12 or 16 cores, DDR4 options up to 256GB, and a 256GB M.2 NVMe boot SSD. You can fit one or two controllers, so redundancy is optional.
Twelve 3.5-inch or 2.5-inch drive slots, with dual SBB I/O controller module slots and dual power and fan modules.
64GB/s of I/O bandwidth (x16 Gen4 slot plus x8 Gen4 OCP plus x16 Gen3 inter-controller link). Onboard I/O is dual-port 10/25GbE, with dual-port 1GbE for management and data and 12G x4 mini-SAS HD external ports. Dual QSFP-port Nvidia CX6 100GbE is available with an interface card.
Customers who don’t need an ultra high-dense chassis but want high-end features — such as high availability at a reasonable cost — and the ability to scale as storage needs grow.
Through industry standard management: Redfish API, IPMI and SES, so it fits existing data center tooling rather than requiring a bespoke management plane.
Our storage specialists are here to help you find the right solution for your data challenges. BlueAlly (DiskDataWorks.com) is an authorized Seagate reseller — call 844-356-5142 or request a quote online.
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