{"product_id":"ironlink-r218-dual-4210r-240tb-sas-storage","title":"IronLink R218 Dual 4210R 240TB SAS Storage","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eIronLink R218 Dual 4210R 240TB SAS Storage System\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIronLink R218 Dual 4210R\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive capacity with exceptional throughput. This \u003cstrong\u003e240TB SAS storage system\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 1.4GB\/s data transfer rates, making it ideal for data centers, media production facilities, and large-scale backup environments. With 15 x 16TB SAS drives and dual processor architecture, this storage appliance provides the reliability and speed needed for mission-critical applications. Whether you're managing video workflows, archival systems, or enterprise backups, the R218 offers flexible RAID configurations—166TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 154TB in RAID 6—ensuring both performance and data protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.4GB\/s Throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e — Industry-leading data transfer speeds for demanding workloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240TB Raw Capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e — 15 x 16TB SAS drives for massive scalability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual 4210R Processors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dual-socket architecture for enhanced processing power\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRAID 5 \u0026amp; RAID 6 Support\u003c\/strong\u003e — 166TB or 154TB usable storage with redundancy options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnterprise-Grade SAS Drives\u003c\/strong\u003e — High-reliability 16TB SAS drives for 24\/7 operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot-Swappable Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Minimize downtime with field-replaceable components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Cooling System\u003c\/strong\u003e — Optimized thermal management for continuous operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedundant Power Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e — Dual PSU configuration for maximum uptime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIRONLINK\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR218 Dual 4210R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIL-R218-DEG1-D210-240T-16-S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaw Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e240TB (15 x 16TB SAS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAID 5 Usable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e166TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRAID 6 Usable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e154TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Transfer Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4GB\/s\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS 16TB Enterprise\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessor Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual 4210R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 x 16TB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the best RAID configuration for this enterprise storage system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice between RAID 5 and RAID 6 depends on your recovery time objectives. RAID 5 provides 166TB of usable capacity with single-drive redundancy, ideal for performance-critical applications. RAID 6 offers 154TB with dual-drive redundancy, providing superior data protection for mission-critical environments where recovery time is less critical than data integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the 1.4GB\/s throughput benefit high-capacity storage workflows?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1.4GB\/s throughput\u003c\/strong\u003e enables rapid data transfers for large files and batch operations. This performance level is essential for video production, scientific computing, and backup operations where moving hundreds of terabytes requires sustained high-speed access without bottlenecks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the IronLink R218 suitable for 24\/7 data center deployment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The R218 features enterprise-grade SAS drives rated for continuous operation, redundant power supplies, advanced thermal management, and hot-swappable components. These design elements ensure reliability and minimal downtime in demanding data center environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat storage capacity should I choose for large-scale backup operations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith 240TB raw capacity and flexible RAID options, the R218 accommodates massive backup requirements. For backup environments prioritizing speed, RAID 5's 166TB is recommended; for maximum protection against drive failures, RAID 6's 154TB provides dual redundancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"IRONLINK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41706469720139,"sku":"IL-R218-DEG1-D210-240T-16-S","price":32484.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1824\/0789\/files\/IronLink-R218-Dual-4210R-240TB-SAS-Storage.jpg?v=1788306389","url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/ironlink-r218-dual-4210r-240tb-sas-storage","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}