IronLink R218 Dual 4216 280TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R218 Dual 4216 280TB SAS storage system delivers enterprise-grade capacity and performance for organizations requiring massive scalable storage with exceptional throughput. This high-capacity SAS storage solution combines 10x20TB drives with dual 4216 processors to provide 1.3GB/s throughput and flexible RAID configurations. Perfect for data centers, media production facilities, research institutions, and enterprises managing large-scale data repositories, the R218 offers 193TB usable storage in RAID 5 or 178TB in RAID 6 protection modes.
Built for demanding workloads requiring reliable, fast access to massive datasets, this dual-processor SAS storage system eliminates bottlenecks in high-performance computing environments while maintaining data integrity through advanced RAID options.
Key Features
- Dual 4216 processor architecture for parallel processing and enhanced performance
- 280TB total raw capacity with 10x20TB enterprise-grade SAS drives
- 1.3GB/s sustained throughput for demanding sequential and random access workloads
- 193TB usable storage with RAID 5 configuration
- 178TB usable storage with RAID 6 dual-parity protection
- Enterprise-class SAS connectivity for reliable data transfer
- Scalable architecture supporting expansion and multi-system configurations
- Advanced RAID management with flexible protection options
- Optimized for data center, media, and research applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4216 |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D216-280T-20-S |
| Total Capacity |
280TB |
| Drive Configuration |
10x20TB SAS |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 5) |
193TB |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 6) |
178TB |
| Throughput |
1.3GB/s |
| Processor |
Dual 4216 |
| Interface |
SAS |
| RAID Support |
RAID 5, RAID 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RAID 5 and RAID 6 on this storage system?
The IronLink R218 offers two RAID configurations: RAID 5 provides single-drive fault tolerance with 193TB usable capacity, while RAID 6 offers dual-drive protection with 178TB usable capacity. RAID 6 is recommended for mission-critical environments where data loss risk must be minimized.
What throughput performance can I expect from this SAS storage system?
This high-capacity SAS storage delivers sustained 1.3GB/s throughput, making it suitable for bandwidth-intensive applications including video editing, scientific computing, and large-scale database operations requiring consistent high-speed data access.
Is the IronLink R218 suitable for enterprise data center environments?
Yes, the R218 Dual 4216 is purpose-built for enterprise data centers with its dual-processor architecture, enterprise SAS drives, flexible RAID protection, and 280TB capacity. It's ideal for organizations requiring scalable, reliable storage with high performance and data redundancy.
Can this storage system be expanded or integrated with existing infrastructure?
The IronLink R218 features scalable architecture supporting multi-system configurations and expansion capabilities, allowing integration into existing data center infrastructure and growth as storage demands increase.
