Description
Dell PowerVault MD3200i SAN storage with dual iSCSI controllers, 10 × 2TB SAS HDDs (20TB), and redundant 600W PSUs. Enterprise-ready 2U storage solution.
Product Features
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Enterprise-class iSCSI SAN storage system in a compact 2U rackmount design.
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Dual iSCSI storage controllers for redundancy and high availability.
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10 × 2TB SAS HDDs delivering a total of 20TB raw capacity.
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6Gbps SAS drives with 7.2K RPM for balanced performance and reliability.
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Redundant 600W power supplies ensure continuous uptime.
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Hot-swappable drives, fans, and PSUs for easy service and expansion.
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Optimized for virtualization, databases, and enterprise workloads.
General Product Information
The Dell PowerVault MD3200i is a robust and scalable 2U iSCSI SAN storage solution designed to support demanding business and enterprise environments. Outfitted with dual iSCSI storage controller modules, it ensures fault tolerance and high availability, making it ideal for mission-critical workloads.
This configuration includes 10 × 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS HDDs, providing a total of 20TB raw capacity for databases, virtualization, file storage, and enterprise applications. The drives are hot-swappable and connected via 6Gbps SAS interfaces, ensuring both performance and ease of scalability.
With dual 600W redundant power supplies and hot-swappable components, the MD3200i guarantees uninterrupted operations and simplified maintenance. Its iSCSI-based architecture allows seamless integration into existing Ethernet networks, reducing deployment costs while providing enterprise-class features.
Whether you need shared storage for virtualization clusters, high-capacity archival storage, or resilient SAN infrastructure, the Dell PowerVault MD3200i delivers the performance, scalability, and reliability your data center requires.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PowerVault MD3200i |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Storage Controllers | 2 × iSCSI Controller Modules |
| Installed Drives | 10 × 2TB 7.2K RPM SAS HDDs |
| Total Raw Capacity | 20TB |
| Drive Interface | SAS 6Gbps |
| RAID Support | Hardware RAID (RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10) |
| Power Supply | 2 × 600W Redundant Hot-Swap PSUs |
| Cooling | Redundant smart fans |
| Network Support | iSCSI over Ethernet |
| Compatibility | VMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, Linux, and Windows Server |
Compatible Products
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Dell PowerEdge servers (R440, R640, R740 series)
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VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Citrix XenServer
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Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE, Ubuntu
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Enterprise SAS HDDs and SSDs for expansion
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SAN switches and Ethernet networking equipment (Cisco, Juniper, Arista)
Ideal Use Cases
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Virtualization storage for VMware, Hyper-V, or Proxmox clusters
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Database hosting (SQL, Oracle, SAP HANA)
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Enterprise file and application storage
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Data center storage expansion
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Backup and archival infrastructure
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Small-to-medium enterprise SAN deployments
Comparison Angle
Compared to earlier MD3000 series storage arrays, the Dell MD3200i delivers improved scalability, dual controller redundancy, faster 6Gbps SAS drives, and simplified iSCSI integration into Ethernet networks. It strikes the right balance between cost efficiency and enterprise-class performance, making it a versatile choice for modern IT infrastructures.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Dell PowerEdge servers for seamless integration
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Additional SAS drives (2TB, 4TB, or 8TB) for expansion
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RAID controller upgrades with cache protection
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10GbE iSCSI switches for faster connectivity
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Dell EqualLogic or PowerVault ME series for higher scalability