DELL PowerVault MD3860f Data Storage System
The DELL PowerVault MD3860f is an ultra-dense, high-performance storage array utilizing the 16Gb/s Fibre Channel (FC) protocol. Designed for massive capacity in a 4U chassis, it supports up to 60 internal drives (SAS, NL-SAS, SSD) and can scale up to 180-192 drives using high-density expansion enclosures. This array is built for business continuity, offering intelligent data tiering and SSD Caching to optimize I/O performance. With dual active-active controllers and up to 8GB of cache each, the MD3860f is an ideal solution for consolidation and demanding SAN environments, supporting connectivity for up to 64 servers and providing a rapid return on investment.
Key Specifications:
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Form Factor: 4U High-Density Rackmount.
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Drive Count: Up to 60 hot-plug drives (LFF/SFF mix supported) per chassis.
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Connectivity: 16Gb/s Fibre Channel (FC).
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Expansion: Scale up to 180 drives via MD3060e or 192 drives via MD1200 series.
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Controllers: Single or dual active-active controllers.
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Cache: 2GB, 4GB, or 8GB per controller with battery-backed flash protection.
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Performance: High-Performance Tiering (HPT) and SSD cache support.
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Power: 1755W AC power supplies.
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