IronLink R218 Dual 4210R 96TB SAS Storage System
Enterprise-grade SAS storage designed for organizations requiring massive capacity with reliable RAID protection. The IronLink R218 delivers 96TB raw storage with 1.1GB/s throughput, making it ideal for data centers, media production, backup infrastructure, and high-performance computing environments where speed and capacity matter equally.
This dual-processor system provides 65TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 59TB in RAID 6, ensuring data redundancy without sacrificing performance. Perfect for teams managing large datasets, video workflows, or mission-critical archives.
Key Features
- Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors for parallel processing
- 96TB total capacity with 12x 8TB SAS drives
- 1.1GB/s sustained throughput for rapid data transfer
- RAID 5 (65TB usable) or RAID 6 (59TB usable) configuration options
- Enterprise-class reliability and redundancy
- Optimized for high-capacity storage deployments
- Scalable architecture for growing data needs
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Model |
R218 |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D210-96T-8-S |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
96TB |
| Drive Configuration |
12x 8TB SAS |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
65TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
59TB |
| Throughput |
1.1GB/s |
| Interface |
SAS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RAID 5 and RAID 6 on this system?
RAID 5 provides 65TB usable capacity with single-drive redundancy, ideal for high-performance needs. RAID 6 offers 59TB usable capacity with dual-drive redundancy, providing greater fault tolerance for mission-critical data. Choose RAID 6 for maximum data protection in demanding environments.
Is this SAS storage suitable for video production workflows?
Yes. The 1.1GB/s throughput and dual-processor architecture make this enterprise storage system excellent for 4K/8K video editing, rendering, and media asset management. The high capacity supports large project libraries without bottlenecks.
What throughput can I expect from this 96TB storage system?
The IronLink R218 delivers sustained 1.1GB/s throughput, enabling rapid file transfers and consistent performance under load. This speed is critical for data center operations, backup windows, and real-time analytics workloads.
How does dual-processor architecture improve storage performance?
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors enable parallel processing of I/O requests, reducing latency and improving concurrent user access. This architecture is essential for enterprise environments handling multiple simultaneous data operations.
