DELL PowerVault MD1400 Direct Attached Storage Array
Specifications
Storage
Storage
| Storage drives installed |
Yes
71% have it
|
|---|---|
| Installed storage drive type |
HDD
|
| Number of storage drives installed |
2
|
| Total installed storage capacity |
0.6
TB
20% better than others
|
| Supported storage drive types |
HDD & SSD
|
| Number of storage drives supported |
12
30% better than others
|
| Maximum supported storage capacity |
120
TB
28% better than others
|
| Storage drive capacity |
300
GB
64% better than others
|
| Storage drive 2 capacity |
300
GB
86% better than others
|
| Storage drive interface |
Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) III
|
| Storage drive size |
2.5"
|
| Supported storage drive interfaces |
SAS-2, SAS-3
|
| Storage drive sizes supported |
3.5"
|
| RAID levels |
0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60
|
| Data transfer rate |
12 Gbit/s
|
| Hot-Plug support |
Yes
59% have it
|
| HDD speed |
10000 RPM
|
Ports & interfaces
Ports & interfaces
| USB connectivity |
Yes
62% have it
|
|---|---|
| Mini-USB 2.0 ports quantity |
2
|
| Number of SAS host ports |
8
|
| Mini-SAS host port |
Yes
75% have it
|
| Number of mini-SAS host ports |
4
|
Design
Design
| Device class |
Large Enterprise Business
|
|---|---|
| Chassis type |
Rack (2U)
|
| Product colour |
Black
|
| LED indicators |
Yes
62% have it
|
| Bezel |
Yes
70% have it
|
Power
Power
| Power supply unit (PSU) capacity |
600
W
92% better than others
|
|---|---|
| Number of power supply units |
2
|
| Redundant power supply (RPS) support |
Yes
90% have it
|
| AC input voltage |
120-230 V
|
| AC input frequency |
50 - 60 Hz
|
Weight & dimensions
Weight & dimensions
| Width |
482
mm
18% better than others
|
|---|---|
| Depth |
541
mm
36% better than others
|
| Height |
87
mm
86% better than others
|
Packaging content
Packaging content
| Cables included |
AC
|
|---|
Operational conditions
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
10 - 35 °C
|
|---|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
8 - 85%
|
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-40 - 65 °C
|
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
5 - 95%
|
| Operating altitude |
-16 - 3048 m
|
| Non-operating altitude |
-16 - 10600 m
|
Other features
Other features
| Controller interface type |
SAS 6Gb/s
|
|---|---|
| RAID controller type |
PCIe 3.0
|
Logistics data
Logistics data
| Harmonized System (HS) code |
84717020
22% better than others
|
|---|
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The DELL PowerVault MD1400 represents a robust and scalable solution for direct-attached storage (DAS) needs within enterprise environments. Designed for simplicity and performance, this storage array is an excellent choice for organizations looking to expand their data storage capacity without the complexities of network-attached storage (NAS) or storage area network (SAN) infrastructures. Its direct connection model ensures low latency and high throughput, making it ideal for data-intensive applications, backups, and archiving.
Leveraging a dense form factor, the MD1400 can house a significant number of drives, offering substantial storage potential in a compact footprint. This makes it a cost-effective option for businesses that require immediate access to large volumes of data. The integration with Dell's broader ecosystem of servers and management tools further enhances its appeal, promising seamless deployment and operational efficiency for IT administrators.
Key Features and Performance Considerations
The PowerVault MD1400 is engineered to support a wide range of drive types, including both HDDs and SSDs, allowing for a tiered storage approach to optimize performance and cost. While specific controller configurations and host connectivity options (e.g., SAS 12Gb/s) are crucial for performance, the architecture itself is built for high-speed data transfer. Its expandability means that as data needs grow, the storage capacity can be readily increased, providing a future-proof solution.
Target Market and Use Cases
This DAS array is particularly well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and enterprise remote offices that need straightforward, high-capacity storage. Common use cases include direct storage for database servers, virtualization environments requiring high IOPS, large-scale backup targets, and video surveillance systems. The emphasis on direct connectivity simplifies management and reduces potential network bottlenecks often associated with more complex storage architectures.
Pros & Cons
Pros
What we love about this product
- High Scalability: Designed to accommodate a large number of drives, allowing for significant capacity expansion as data needs grow.
- Versatile Drive Support: Capable of housing both traditional HDDs and high-performance SSDs, enabling optimized storage tiering.
- Direct Attached Connectivity: Utilizes SAS 12Gb/s interfaces for low-latency, high-throughput data access directly to servers.
- Cost-Effective Expansion: Offers a budget-friendly method to increase storage capacity without significant infrastructure overhauls.
Cons
Points to consider before buying
- Direct Attached Limitations: As a DAS solution, it lacks the advanced sharing and accessibility features of NAS or SAN systems.
- Server Dependency: Performance and management are intrinsically linked to the directly connected server's capabilities and configuration.
- No Integrated Networking: Does not possess built-in network interfaces for direct network access or management.
