IronLink R218 Dual 4210R 360TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R218 Dual 4210R is a high-performance enterprise storage solution delivering 360TB raw capacity with dual processor architecture and blazing-fast 1.6GB/s throughput. Designed for data-intensive organizations requiring massive scalability, this SAS storage system provides 252TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 238TB in RAID 6, ensuring both performance and data protection. Perfect for media production, scientific research, backup infrastructure, and large-scale virtualization environments.
Key Features
- Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors for parallel processing power
- 18x 20TB SAS drives delivering 360TB raw storage capacity
- 1.6GB/s sustained throughput for rapid data transfer
- 252TB usable storage with RAID 5 configuration
- 238TB usable storage with RAID 6 redundancy protection
- Enterprise-grade reliability with hot-swap drive bays
- Dual 10GbE network connectivity for high-speed access
- Advanced thermal management for 24/7 operation
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D210-360T-20-S |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4210R |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R |
| Drive Configuration |
18x 20TB SAS 7.2K RPM |
| Raw Capacity |
360TB |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 5) |
252TB |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 6) |
238TB |
| Data Transfer Rate |
1.6GB/s sustained throughput |
| Interface |
SAS 12Gbps |
| Redundancy Options |
RAID 5, RAID 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for this storage system?
The choice between RAID 5 and RAID 6 depends on your recovery time objectives. RAID 5 offers 252TB usable capacity with single-drive fault tolerance, ideal for performance-critical applications. RAID 6 provides 238TB capacity with dual-drive protection, recommended for mission-critical environments where data loss risk must be minimized.
How fast is the IronLink R218 SAS storage throughput?
This enterprise storage system delivers 1.6GB/s sustained throughput, enabling rapid data transfers for large file operations, backups, and real-time analytics. The dual processor architecture and SAS interface ensure consistent high-speed performance even under heavy concurrent workloads.
Is this 360TB storage system suitable for virtualization environments?
Yes, the R218 Dual 4210R excels in virtualized data centers. With 252TB-238TB usable capacity, dual Xeon processors, and 1.6GB/s throughput, it efficiently handles multiple virtual machine datastores, provides rapid VM provisioning, and supports large-scale consolidation projects.
What industries benefit most from this high-capacity SAS storage?
This system is ideal for media production (4K/8K video workflows), scientific research (genomics, climate modeling), enterprise backup infrastructure, financial services, and large-scale data analytics where massive capacity and consistent performance are critical.
