Ironlink R218 Dual 4216 324TB SAS Storage Appliance
The Ironlink R218 Dual 4216 is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive, resilient data storage with exceptional throughput. This 324TB SAS storage system combines 18x18TB drives to deliver up to 990MB/s performance, making it ideal for data centers, backup environments, and mission-critical applications demanding both capacity and reliability. With flexible RAID configurations—219TB usable in RAID 5 or 197TB in RAID 6—this storage appliance protects your data while maximizing available capacity for your most demanding workloads.
Key Features
- 18x18TB SAS drives for 324TB total raw capacity
- Up to 990MB/s sustained throughput performance
- RAID 5 configuration: 219TB writeable storage
- RAID 6 configuration: 197TB writeable storage with dual-drive fault tolerance
- Dual 4216 processor architecture for enterprise-grade reliability
- 5-year on-site, next business day support service
- Keep-your-hard-drive warranty after remote diagnosis
- SAS-based connectivity for data center integration
- Optimized for high-capacity backup and archival workflows
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Model |
R218 Dual 4216 |
| Part Number |
IL-R218D-DEG1-D216-324T-18 |
| Drive Configuration |
18x18TB SAS |
| Total Raw Capacity |
324TB |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
219TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
197TB |
| Maximum Throughput |
990MB/s |
| Interface |
SAS |
| Support |
5-year on-site, next business day |
| Warranty |
Keep-your-hard-drive after remote diagnosis |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between RAID 5 and RAID 6 on this storage system?
The Ironlink R218 offers two RAID configurations: RAID 5 provides 219TB of usable storage with single-drive fault tolerance, ideal for high-performance environments. RAID 6 delivers 197TB of usable storage with dual-drive fault tolerance, offering enhanced data protection for mission-critical applications where drive failure redundancy is essential.
What throughput performance can I expect from the Ironlink R218 Dual 4216?
The R218 SAS storage appliance delivers up to 990MB/s sustained throughput, making it suitable for demanding backup, archival, and data center workloads that require consistent high-speed data transfer across your enterprise infrastructure.
Does the Ironlink R218 include warranty coverage?
Yes, this high-capacity storage system includes a comprehensive 5-year warranty with on-site, next business day support service. Additionally, the keep-your-hard-drive warranty after remote diagnosis ensures minimal downtime and cost-effective maintenance for your enterprise storage investment.
Is the Ironlink R218 suitable for enterprise data center environments?
Absolutely. The R218 Dual 4216 324TB system is purpose-built for enterprise data centers requiring massive capacity, redundancy, and reliability. Its SAS-based architecture, dual-processor design, and flexible RAID options make it ideal for backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data archival in mission-critical environments.
