DELL PowerVault MD1420 Data Storage System

The DELL PowerVault MD1420 is a high-performance direct-attached storage (DAS) array specifically designed for 2.5-inch drives and SSDs. Featuring a 12Gb/s SAS interface, it doubles the data throughput of previous generations, making it an ideal companion for 13th generation Dell PowerEdge servers equipped with PERC9 controllers. This 2U enclosure supports up to 24 hot-plug drives, offering the high IOPS necessary for data-intensive workloads like video streaming and large-scale transactional databases. With automated Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) support and unified management through Dell OpenManage, the MD1420 provides a secure, scalable, and energy-efficient solution for modern data centers.

Key Specifications:

• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount.

• Drive Count: Up to 24 x 2.5" SFF hot-swap SAS HDDs or SSDs.

• Max Throughput: 12Gb/s SAS interface.

• Max Capacity: 28.8 TB per enclosure (using 1.2 TB drives).

• Expansion: Scale up to 8 enclosures per server via PERC H830 adapter.

• Connectivity: 4 x mini-SAS HD ports per EMM module.

• Security: Hardware-based encryption with SED support.

• Redundancy: Dual EMMs and hot-swap 600W/700W power supplies.