DELL PowerVault MD3800f Data Storage System

The DELL PowerVault MD3820f is a high-performance, Fibre Channel-based storage array designed for businesses requiring robust SAN connectivity. Optimized for virtualized infrastructures, it offers seamless integration with VMware, Hyper-V, and Citrix. This 2U enclosure supports up to 24 x 2.5-inch hot-plug drives (SAS, NL-SAS, or SSD) and can scale up to 192 drives using MD1200 and MD1220 expansion shelves. Key enterprise features include remote data replication, snapshots, and Self-Encrypting Drive (SED) support for enhanced security. Managed by the user-friendly MD Storage Manager, the MD3820f delivers superior data availability and high-speed throughput, making it ideal for consolidation and demanding workloads.

Key Specifications:

• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount.

• Drive Count: 24 x 2.5" SFF hot-swap bays.

• Connectivity: High-speed Fibre Channel protocol (supporting up to 64 servers via switch).

• Expansion: Scale up to 192 drives total.

• Cache: Up to 8GB cache per controller with permanent flash protection.

• Virtualization Support: Advanced integration with VMware vSphere Storage APIs (VAAI).

• Data Services: Remote replication, Snapshots, and Virtual Disk Copy (VDC).

• Power: Redundant 600W AC or 700W DC power supplies.