Ironlink R218 Dual 4216 168TB SAS Storage Server
The Ironlink R218 Dual 4216 is a 2U rackmount storage server engineered for enterprises demanding high-capacity, high-reliability data storage. With 12×14TB SAS drives delivering 1.1Gb/s throughput, this 168TB storage solution excels in video archival, backup infrastructure, and mission-critical workloads. Featuring Intel Xeon Scalable processors and hardware RAID, it provides 114TB writeable capacity in RAID 5 or 104TB in RAID 6—backed by a comprehensive 5-year on-site, next business day Keep Your Hard Drive warranty after remote diagnosis.
Key Features
- 12×14TB SAS drives for 168TB total raw capacity
- 114TB writeable storage (RAID 5) or 104TB (RAID 6) configuration
- 1.1Gb/s sustained throughput for demanding workloads
- Intel Xeon Scalable dual-processor architecture
- Hardware RAID controller for data protection and performance
- 2U compact rackmount form factor for data center efficiency
- 5-year on-site, next business day Keep Your Hard Drive warranty
- Remote diagnosis and support included
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4216 |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D216-168T-12-S |
| Drive Configuration |
12×14TB SAS |
| Total Capacity |
168TB |
| RAID 5 Capacity |
114TB |
| RAID 6 Capacity |
104TB |
| Throughput |
1.1Gb/s |
| Processor |
Intel Xeon Scalable (Dual) |
| Form Factor |
2U Rackmount |
| Warranty |
5-Year On-Site, Next Business Day, Keep Your Hard Drive |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for the Ironlink R218?
Choose RAID 5 for maximum capacity (114TB writeable) in environments with acceptable rebuild times, or RAID 6 for enhanced fault tolerance (104TB writeable) in mission-critical deployments where data protection is paramount.
How much usable storage does the 168TB Ironlink R218 provide?
The Ironlink R218 delivers 114TB of usable storage in RAID 5 or 104TB in RAID 6, depending on your redundancy requirements and recovery objectives.
Is the Ironlink R218 suitable for video storage and archival?
Yes. With 1.1Gb/s throughput and 168TB capacity, the R218 is purpose-built for video archival, broadcast workflows, and high-volume media storage in enterprise environments.
What warranty coverage is included with the Ironlink R218?
The R218 includes a 5-year on-site, next business day Keep Your Hard Drive warranty with remote diagnosis, ensuring minimal downtime and hardware replacement support.
