The PowerVault MD3200i/MD3220i arrays are next-generation Ethernet-based array designed for exceptional performance and flexibility for storage consolidation, with system scalability for unexpected business demands, optional data protection features for added security and optional turbo mode for enhanced performance.

Implement your SAN on cost-effective 1Gb Ethernet networks Single and dual controller models available Mix and match drives to create a tiered-storage environment Scale up to 96 drives with PowerVault MD1200 and/or MD1220 expansion enclosures

The MD3200i/MD3220i arrays offer several advantages over Fibre Channel systems to support your virtual server environment.

1Gb Ethernet is a mature, well-understood technology that is less complicated than Fibre Channel technology. Ethernet hardware is cost-effective and readily available. Widespread familiarity with Ethernet technology can help cut training time and costs.

MD3200i storage systems are fully qualified for use in virtualized application environments with VMware® and Microsoft® Hyper-VTM software.

MD3200i/MD3220i arrays enable you to mix and match components to create your optimal tiered-storage environment.
Deploy up to 96 HDDs by simply plugging in PowerVault MD1200 and/or PowerVault MD1220 enclosures behind MD3200i arrays. This means you can scale your system with a mix of both 3.5” and 2.5” hard drives.
In dual-controller systems, hot plug additional storage enclosures without shutting down the system.

PowerVault MD3200i/MD3220i Quick Links

PowerVault MD3200i/MD3220i Technical Guidebook	PowerVault MD3200i/MD3220i Spec Sheet
PowerVault MD Storage Family Brochure	PowerVault MD3200i/MD3220i Transition Guide
PowerVault MD32x0 and MD32x0i Data Protection Whitepaper	PowerVault MD3200i And MD3000i Mixed Workload Comparison
PowerVault MD3200i Performance Tuning Whitepaper	Dell vs HP 6GB Performance Comparison conducted by Principled Technologies
Performance Results for 6Gb SAS vs 3Gb SAS – Principled Technology Report	PowerVault MD3200 Series Hyper-V Implementation
PowerVault MD3200 Series Hyper-V Planning	PowerVault MD3200 Series Hyper-V Protection

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Tech Specs

RAID Levels Support for RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 5, 6 Drives MD3200i: Up to Twelve (12) 3.5" SAS, NL SAS and SSD MD3220i: Up to Twenty-four (24) 2.5" SAS, NL SAS and SSD 3.5" Drive Performance and Capacities 15,000 RPM SAS drives available in 300GB, 450GB and 600GB 7,200 RPM Near-line SAS drives available in 500GB, 1TB1 and 2TB1 2.5" Drive Performance and Capacities 15,000 RPM SAS drives available in 73GB1 and 146GB1 10,000 RPM SAS drives available in 146GB1 and 300GB1 7,200 RPM Near-line SAS drives available in 500GB1 Solid State Drive (SSD) available in 149GB (available in 3.5" HDD carriers) Storage Up to 96 drives with MD1200/MD1220 expansion enclosures Connectivity Eight 1 Gb Ethernet ports (4 per controller) Management Next generation MD Storage Manager Back-Panel Connectors Four RJ-45 1Gb Ethernet for host connectivity, One 6Gb SAS for drive expansion, One RJ-45 1Bb Ethernet for remote management; One PS/2 Serial service LED Indicators Front panel: 1 two-color LED indicator for system status, 1 single-color LED indicator for power, 1 LED unused in this system Hard Drive Carrier: 1 single-color activity LED, 1 two-color LED status indicator per drive Storage Controller: 1 one-color LED power indicator, 1 one-color LED controller fault indicator, 1 one-color LED controller identifier, 1 one-color LED cache activity indicator, 1 one-color LED battery fault indicator Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module: 3 one-color LED status for AC status, DC status and power supply cooling fan fault Power Wattage: 600 W peak output Heat Dissipation (max): 150 W Input Voltage Range: 90 to 264 VAC Frequency range: 47 to 63 Hz Maximum Input Current at Rated Power: 55 A for 10ms or less, 25 A for 10-150ms Available hard drive power: 3.5" drive: 25 Watts 2.5" drive: 12 Watts Chassis(height x width x depth) MD3200: 8.68cm (3.42") x 44.63cm (17.57") x 56.1cm (22.09") MD3220: 8.68cm (3.42") x 44.63cm (17.57") x 50.8 (20") Weight MD3200: 29.3kg (64.59 lbs.) (maximum configuration) MD3220: 24.2kg (53.35 lbs.) (maximum configuration) Environmental Operating Conditions Temperature: Operating: 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) with a maximum temperature gradation of 10°C per hour Relative humidity: Operating: 20% to 80% (non-condensing) with a maximum humidity gradation of 10% per hour Altitude: Operating: -16 to 3048 m (-50 to 10,000 ft) Note: For altitudes above 2950 feet, the maximum operating temperature is de-rated 1°F/550 ft. Operating Systems Microsoft® Windows®, Linux, VMware®, Microsoft Hyper-VTM