IronLink R226 Dual 4216 304TB SAS Storage Server
The IronLink R226 Dual 4216 is a high-capacity enterprise storage server designed for organizations requiring massive data storage with exceptional throughput performance. This 304TB SAS storage solution delivers 1.6GB/s throughput, making it ideal for data centers, media production facilities, backup infrastructure, and large-scale virtualization environments. With 19x16TB SAS drives configured for RAID 5 (214TB usable) or RAID 6 (202TB usable) protection, this storage server combines capacity with reliability for mission-critical applications.
Key Features
- 304TB raw capacity with 19x16TB SAS hard drives
- 1.6GB/s sustained throughput for high-performance data access
- Dual 4216 processor architecture for multi-threaded workload handling
- RAID 5 configuration: 214TB usable storage capacity
- RAID 6 configuration: 202TB usable storage capacity with enhanced fault tolerance
- Enterprise-grade SAS connectivity for reliable data transfer
- Scalable architecture supporting large-scale storage deployments
- Optimized for virtualization, backup, and archival workloads
- 19-inch rackmount form factor for data center integration
- Redundant power and cooling for continuous operation
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
IRONLINK |
| Part Number |
IL-R226-DEG1-D216-304T-16-S |
| Model |
R226 Dual 4216 |
| Raw Storage Capacity |
304TB |
| Drive Configuration |
19x16TB SAS |
| RAID 5 Usable Capacity |
214TB |
| RAID 6 Usable Capacity |
202TB |
| Throughput |
1.6GB/s |
| Drive Interface |
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) |
| Form Factor |
19-inch Rackmount |
| Processor |
Dual 4216 |
| Redundancy Options |
RAID 5, RAID 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best RAID configuration for this storage server?
Choose RAID 5 for maximum usable capacity (214TB) in environments where single-drive failure protection is sufficient. Select RAID 6 (202TB usable) for mission-critical applications requiring dual-drive fault tolerance and higher data protection standards.
How much throughput does the IronLink R226 deliver?
The IronLink R226 Dual 4216 provides 1.6GB/s sustained throughput, enabling rapid data transfer for demanding workloads including large file operations, video streaming, and high-concurrency database access.
Is this storage server suitable for data center environments?
Yes, the IronLink R226 enterprise storage server is purpose-built for data center deployment with its 19-inch rackmount design, redundant power systems, and SAS drive reliability. It supports virtualization, backup, and archival applications at scale.
What workloads are optimized for this high-capacity storage solution?
This 304TB SAS storage excels in backup and recovery, media asset management, virtual machine storage, data warehousing, and large-scale file serving where capacity and performance are equally critical.
