IronLink R218 Dual 4210R 320TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R218 Dual 4210R is a high-performance enterprise storage solution designed for data-intensive organizations requiring massive capacity with exceptional throughput. This 320TB SAS storage system delivers 1.4GB/s sustained performance, making it ideal for backup, archival, and high-speed data access environments. With dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors and 16x20TB SAS drives, the R218 provides 223TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 208TB in RAID 6, ensuring both performance and data protection for mission-critical applications.
Key Features
- Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors for multi-threaded workload handling
- 16x20TB SAS drives with 1.4GB/s throughput performance
- 223TB usable storage capacity (RAID 5 configuration)
- 208TB usable storage capacity (RAID 6 configuration)
- Enterprise-grade RAID protection for data redundancy
- 320TB raw storage capacity for maximum flexibility
- Optimized for backup, archival, and high-speed data transfer
- Scalable architecture supporting future expansion
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D210-320T-20-S |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4210R |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
320TB |
| Drive Configuration |
16x20TB SAS |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
223TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
208TB |
| Throughput Performance |
1.4GB/s |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R |
| Drive Interface |
SAS |
| Intended Use |
Enterprise backup, archival, data center storage |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for the IronLink R218?
The choice between RAID 5 and RAID 6 depends on your recovery time objectives and data protection requirements. RAID 5 provides 223TB usable capacity with single-drive fault tolerance, ideal for performance-focused environments. RAID 6 offers 208TB usable capacity with dual-drive fault tolerance, recommended for mission-critical data requiring maximum protection against simultaneous drive failures.
How much throughput does this 320TB storage system deliver?
The IronLink R218 delivers sustained throughput of 1.4GB/s, enabling rapid data transfers for backup windows, archival operations, and high-speed data access scenarios. This performance level is achieved through the dual Xeon 4210R architecture and optimized SAS drive configuration.
Is the IronLink R218 suitable for enterprise backup applications?
Yes, the R218 is purpose-built for enterprise backup and archival workloads. With 320TB raw capacity, dual-processor architecture, and 1.4GB/s throughput, it efficiently handles large-scale backup jobs while maintaining fast recovery capabilities. RAID 6 protection ensures data integrity for critical backup repositories.
What storage capacity should I plan for with RAID protection?
Plan for 223TB effective storage with RAID 5 or 208TB with RAID 6. The difference accounts for parity overhead required for fault tolerance. RAID 6 uses additional parity information, reducing usable capacity by approximately 12.5% compared to RAID 5, but provides superior data protection.
