DELL PowerVault MD1220 Data Storage System

The DELL PowerVault MD1220 is an energy-efficient, small form factor (SFF) direct-attached storage (DAS) array designed for performance-intensive applications. This 2U enclosure supports up to 24 x 2.5-inch SAS drives (HDDs or SSDs), delivering double the throughput of previous generations thanks to 6Gb/s SAS 2.0 technology. Optimized for Dell PowerEdge servers via the PERC H800 Host-RAID adapter, the MD1220 excels in high-IOPS workloads such as databases and virtualization. It features advanced power management with 80 PLUS certified power supplies and enhanced data security through Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) support, making it a powerful yet green storage solution.

Key Specifications:

• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount.

• Drive Support: Up to 24 x 2.5" hot-plug SAS HDDs (7.2k, 10k, 15k RPM) or SSDs.

• Max Capacity: 21.6 TB per enclosure (using 900 GB drives).

• Connectivity: Dual EMM controllers, 6Gb/s SAS interface.

• Expandability: Up to 8 enclosures per PERC H800 adapter.

• Performance: Automatic I/O load balancing.

• Security: Support for Self-Encrypting Drives (SED).

• Redundancy: Dual redundant 600W power supplies and EMM modules.