IronLink R218 Dual 4216 320TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R218 Dual 4216 is a high-capacity enterprise SAS storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive scalable storage with exceptional throughput performance. This 320TB SAS storage system delivers 1.4GB/s data transfer rates, making it ideal for data centers, media production facilities, backup infrastructure, and large-scale archival operations. With 16x20TB SAS drives configured for RAID 5 (223TB usable) or RAID 6 (208TB usable), this storage appliance provides the reliability and performance needed for mission-critical environments.
Key Features
- 320TB raw capacity with dual Intel Xeon 4216 processors
- 1.4GB/s sustained throughput for high-speed data operations
- 16x20TB enterprise-grade SAS hard drives
- RAID 5 configuration: 223TB usable storage capacity
- RAID 6 configuration: 208TB usable storage capacity
- Dual processor architecture for enhanced performance and redundancy
- Enterprise-class reliability for 24/7 continuous operation
- Scalable SAS storage solution for growing data demands
- Optimized for large file transfers and sequential workloads
- Suitable for backup, archival, and media workflows
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R218-DEG1-D216-320T-20-S |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4216 |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
320TB |
| Drive Configuration |
16x20TB SAS |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 5) |
223TB |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 6) |
208TB |
| Data Transfer Rate |
1.4GB/s |
| Processor |
Dual Intel Xeon 4216 |
| Drive Interface |
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| RAID Support |
RAID 5, RAID 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for this 320TB SAS storage system?
The choice between RAID 5 and RAID 6 depends on your recovery time objectives. 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, providing enhanced data protection for mission-critical applications where recovery time is critical.
How much throughput does the IronLink R218 Dual 4216 deliver?
The IronLink R218 achieves 1.4GB/s sustained throughput, enabling rapid data transfers for large-scale backup operations, media workflows, and high-performance archival systems. This throughput level is optimized for sequential access patterns common in enterprise storage environments.
Is this SAS storage system suitable for data center environments?
Yes, the IronLink R218 Dual 4216 is purpose-built for data center deployment. With dual Xeon processors, enterprise-grade SAS drives, and configurable RAID protection, it delivers the reliability, performance, and scalability required for 24/7 continuous operation in demanding infrastructure environments.
What workloads are best suited for this 320TB storage solution?
This storage system excels in backup and recovery, media asset management, scientific data archival, video production workflows, and large-scale database backup scenarios where high capacity and sustained throughput are essential requirements.
