IronLink R226 Dual 4210R 500TB SAS Storage System
The IronLink R226 Dual 4210R is a high-capacity enterprise storage solution designed for organizations requiring massive data retention with exceptional throughput performance. This 500TB SAS storage system delivers 1.6GB/s throughput, making it ideal for data centers, media production facilities, and backup infrastructure requiring reliable RAID storage with 356TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 341TB in RAID 6 configuration.
Built for mission-critical environments, this dual-processor storage appliance combines raw capacity with redundancy options, ensuring your data remains protected while maintaining high-speed access. Whether you're managing large-scale backups, archival systems, or high-performance storage clusters, the R226 provides the scalability and reliability enterprise operations demand.
Key Features
- 500TB raw storage capacity with 25x 20TB SAS drives
- 1.6GB/s sustained throughput for rapid data transfer
- Dual Intel Xeon 4210R processors for parallel processing
- RAID 5 (356TB usable) or RAID 6 (341TB usable) protection
- Enterprise-grade SAS connectivity for data center integration
- Redundant power supplies and cooling for 24/7 uptime
- Hot-swappable drive bays for zero-downtime maintenance
- Advanced monitoring and management capabilities
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Model |
R226 Dual 4210R |
| Part Number |
IL-R226-DEG1-D210-500T-20-S |
| Total Capacity |
500TB |
| Drive Configuration |
25x 20TB SAS 7.2K RPM |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 5) |
356TB |
| Usable Capacity (RAID 6) |
341TB |
| Throughput |
1.6GB/s sustained |
| Processors |
Dual Intel Xeon 4210R |
| Interface |
SAS 12Gbps |
| Redundancy |
RAID 5/6 with hot spare support |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for this storage system?
RAID 6 (341TB usable) provides superior data protection with dual-drive fault tolerance, ideal for critical environments. RAID 5 (356TB usable) offers better performance and capacity for less critical workloads. Choose based on your recovery time objectives and acceptable downtime risk.
How much usable storage does the IronLink R226 provide?
The IronLink R226 SAS storage delivers 356TB usable capacity in RAID 5 or 341TB in RAID 6, depending on your redundancy requirements and data protection strategy.
Is this enterprise storage system suitable for data center backup?
Yes, the 1.6GB/s throughput and dual-processor architecture make this 500TB storage solution excellent for data center backup and archival applications, supporting rapid backup windows and reliable long-term data retention.
What maintenance does this SAS storage require?
The hot-swappable drive bays allow technicians to replace failed drives without powering down the system. Regular firmware updates and monitoring through the management interface ensure optimal performance and early fault detection.
