IronLink R226 Dual 4210R 256TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R226 Dual 4210R is a high-capacity enterprise SAS storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive data retention with exceptional throughput performance. This 256TB SAS storage system delivers 1.4GB/s throughput, making it ideal for data centers, backup infrastructure, and large-scale archival environments. With 16x16TB SAS drives configured for RAID 5 (178TB usable) or RAID 6 (166TB usable), this storage appliance provides the redundancy and capacity needed for mission-critical operations.
Key Features
- Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors for high-performance data processing
- 256TB raw capacity with 16x16TB SAS hard drives
- 1.4GB/s sustained throughput for rapid data transfer
- RAID 5 configuration: 178TB usable storage capacity
- RAID 6 configuration: 166TB usable storage capacity with enhanced fault tolerance
- Enterprise-grade SAS connectivity for reliable performance
- Dual-processor architecture for load balancing and redundancy
- Optimized for data center and backup applications
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R226-DEG1-D210-256T-16-S |
| Model |
R226 Dual 4210R |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
256TB |
| Drive Configuration |
16x16TB SAS |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
178TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
166TB |
| Throughput |
1.4GB/s |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R |
| Interface |
SAS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RAID 5 and RAID 6 on this storage system?
RAID 5 provides 178TB of usable capacity with single-drive fault tolerance, while RAID 6 offers 166TB of usable capacity with dual-drive fault tolerance. RAID 6 is recommended for environments requiring higher data protection and longer rebuild times.
What throughput performance can I expect from the IronLink R226?
The IronLink R226 delivers sustained throughput of 1.4GB/s, enabling rapid data transfers and backup operations across your enterprise storage infrastructure.
Is this SAS storage system suitable for data center environments?
Yes, the dual-processor architecture, enterprise-grade SAS connectivity, and high-capacity configuration make this system ideal for data centers, backup facilities, and large-scale archival deployments.
How many drives does the R226 support?
The system is configured with 16x16TB SAS drives, providing 256TB of raw storage capacity optimized for enterprise-level performance and reliability.
