IronLink R218 Dual 4216 128TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R218 Dual 4216 is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive scalable storage with exceptional throughput performance. This 128TB SAS storage system delivers 720MB/s sustained throughput, making it ideal for data-intensive applications, backup repositories, media workflows, and large-scale data center deployments. With dual Intel Xeon 4216 processors and 8x16TB SAS drives, this system provides reliable, high-performance storage infrastructure for demanding workloads. Whether you're managing petabyte-scale data centers, running virtualized environments, or requiring redundant RAID configurations, the R218 offers enterprise-grade reliability with flexible RAID options—83TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 71TB in RAID 6.
Key Features
- Dual Intel Xeon 4216 processors for multi-threaded performance and reliability
- 128TB raw storage capacity with 8x16TB SAS drives
- 720MB/s sustained throughput for high-speed data transfer operations
- Flexible RAID configurations: 83TB usable (RAID 5) or 71TB usable (RAID 6)
- Enterprise-grade SAS drive technology for 24/7 continuous operation
- Scalable architecture supporting data center expansion and growth
- Redundant power supplies and cooling for maximum uptime
- Advanced RAID management and monitoring capabilities
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D216-128T-16-S |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4216 |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
128TB |
| Drive Configuration |
8x16TB SAS |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4216 |
| Throughput |
720MB/s |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
83TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
71TB |
| Drive Interface |
SAS |
| Redundancy Options |
RAID 5, RAID 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for this enterprise storage system?
The choice between RAID 5 and RAID 6 depends on your recovery time objectives and fault tolerance needs. RAID 5 provides 83TB usable capacity with single-drive fault tolerance, ideal for performance-critical applications. RAID 6 offers 71TB usable capacity with dual-drive fault tolerance, providing superior data protection for mission-critical environments where simultaneous drive failures are a concern.
How much usable storage does the IronLink R218 provide?
The IronLink R218 128TB system provides either 83TB of usable storage in RAID 5 configuration or 71TB in RAID 6 configuration. The difference accounts for parity overhead required for data redundancy and fault tolerance in each RAID level.
What throughput performance can I expect from this SAS storage solution?
The IronLink R218 delivers sustained throughput of 720MB/s, enabling rapid data transfers for backup operations, media workflows, and high-performance computing applications. This throughput is maintained consistently across sequential and random access patterns typical in enterprise data center environments.
Is this storage system suitable for data center deployment?
Yes, the IronLink R218 Dual 4216 is purpose-built for enterprise data center environments. With dual processors, redundant power supplies, advanced RAID capabilities, and 24/7 operational reliability, it provides the scalability and fault tolerance required for mission-critical storage infrastructure supporting large-scale virtualization, backup, and archival workloads.
