Dell PowerVault MD3860f FC Fibre Channel Storage Array + 2x 16G-FC-4 Controllers

Dell PowerVault MD3860f FC Fibre Channel Storage Array - In Excellent Condition, Fully Operational. Note: No drives are included, but we can provide a quote for drive supply if required. 1 x Dell PowerVault MD3860f Fibre Channel Storage Array. 2 x 16G FC-4 SAS 16Gb/s Quad-Port FC Controllers.

The Dell PowerVault MD3860f is a high-performance Fibre Channel storage array designed to meet the demanding needs of modern enterprise environments. Equipped with 16Gb Fibre Channel technology, this array enhances both performance and availability for critical storage applications.

16Gb Fibre Channel Connectivity: Provides robust, high-speed connectivity, ensuring superior performance for mission-critical workloads. High-Capacity Storage: Supports up to 60 drives (minimum of 20), including 2.5" and 3.5" SAS, near-line SAS, and SSD drives within a 4U chassis. With the Premium Feature Key, capacity can be expanded to a maximum of 192 drives.

Advanced Performance Optimization: Includes High Performance Tiering, SSD Cache, and Thin Provisioning to maximize storage efficiency and performance. Active/Active Controller Architecture: Dual active/active controllers (single or dual-controller configurations) with up to 8GB cache per controller.

Enterprise-Class Features: Supports Dynamic Disk Pools (DDP), SSD Cache, and Thin Provisioning, optimizing both performance and capacity utilization. Multi-Protocol Connectivity: Offers dual connectivity options via 16Gb FC and 12Gb SAS for flexible integration. Improved Performance: Up to 2x the performance of previous generations, leveraging 16Gb FC for faster data throughput.

VAAI Support: Seamlessly integrates with VMware environments via vStorage APIs for Array Integration (VAAI). Compatibility: Fully compatible with leading hypervisors such as Microsoft® Hyper-V®, Citrix® XenServer®, and VMware® ESX. Also supports vSphere® Storage APIs for Storage Awareness (VASA). ### Why Choose Dell PowerVault MD3860f? The PowerVault MD3860f delivers enterprise-level performance at a competitive price point, providing the ideal solution for high-availability storage needs.

Simplified management via MD Storage Manager and PowerVault VMware vCenterT Plug-In 5.0. Scalable capacity and software flexibility to grow with your business needs. Affordable, high-performance storage that integrates seamlessly with your existing IT infrastructure.