DELL PowerVault MD3800i Data Storage System

The DELL PowerVault MD3800i is a robust 10Gb iSCSI storage array designed for seamless integration into high-speed Ethernet infrastructures. It features dual Active-Active controllers with up to 8GB of cache each, providing the performance needed for consolidated virtual environments. The system leverages Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP) technology to enhance data protection and drastically reduce rebuild times compared to standard RAID. With built-in support for VMware VAAI and VASA, the MD3800i is an excellent choice for businesses looking to scale their virtualization capabilities. It supports up to 12 x 3.5" drives internally and can scale up to 192 drives total, offering massive growth potential.

Key Specifications:

• Form Factor: 2U Rackmount.

• Drive Bays: 12 x 3.5" hot-plug bays for SAS, NL-SAS, or SSDs.

• Connectivity: Dual 10GBASE-T Ethernet ports per controller for iSCSI traffic.

• Cache: 4GB or 8GB per controller with battery-backed flash protection.

• Scalability: Scale up to 192 drives total using MD12xx series expansion enclosures.

• Software Features: Dynamic Disk Pools, Thin Provisioning, and Remote Replication.

• Virtualization: High integration with VMware ESX and Microsoft Hyper-V.

• Redundancy: Hot-swappable dual controllers, fans, and power supplies.