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Technical Specifications

Drives

SAS hard drives

Up to 24 2.5-inch SAS hot-plug hard

 

drives (3.0 Gbps), at speeds of 10K or

 

15K rpm (See your system readme file

 

for supported disk capacities.)

 

 

Connectivity

 

 

 

Configurations

Support for either of the following

 

configurations:

 

• Unified mode for direct connectivity to

 

24 hard drives

 

• Split mode with dual EMMs providing

 

a direct connectivity to drives 0 though

 

11 and a separate direct connectivity to

 

drives 12 though 23

 

• Up to three daisy-chained storage

 

enclosures in unified mode for a total

 

of 72 hard drives

 

 

Enclosure Modules

 

 

 

EMMs

One or two hot-pluggable modules

 

Each EMM has one temperature sensor

 

 

Backplane Board

 

 

 

Connectors

• 24 SAS hard drive connectors

 

• Two power supply/cooling fan module

 

connectors

 

• Two sets of EMM connectors

 

(6 connectors each EMM)

 

• One control panel connector for front

 

LEDs and enclosure mode switch

Sensors

Two temperature sensors

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Dell MD1120 manual Technical Specifications, Hard drives

MD1120 specifications

The Dell MD1120 is a versatile storage solution designed to meet the needs of businesses that require reliable and efficient data storage. It is a part of the Dell Compellent storage family and is particularly well-regarded for its scalability and performance, making it suitable for a variety of applications ranging from small to large enterprises.

One of the standout features of the MD1120 is its modular design, which allows for easy expansion as storage needs grow. The system can accommodate a mix of SAS, SATA, and SSD drives, providing flexibility in balancing performance and capacity. Users can configure the system with up to 12 drives in a 2U chassis, allowing for substantial storage in a compact form factor.

In terms of connectivity, the MD1120 offers multiple connection options, including iSCSI and Fibre Channel. This versatility enables organizations to integrate the MD1120 into existing infrastructures seamlessly. The system is designed to support various data intensive applications, including virtualization, databases, and backup solutions.

Another key characteristic of the Dell MD1120 is its advanced data management features. It incorporates Dell's Fluid Cache technology, which significantly enhances performance by using solid-state drives as a cache to accelerate access to frequently used data. This capability ensures that organizations experience consistent and reliable performance even during peak usage times.

Data protection is also a priority with the MD1120, as it features built-in RAID support that helps safeguard against data loss. Administrators can configure different RAID levels to suit their organizational needs, whether they prioritize redundancy or performance.

The MD1120's user-friendly management interface simplifies administrative tasks, allowing IT personnel to efficiently monitor and manage the storage environment. This intuitive interface provides insights into system health, capacity utilization, and performance metrics.

In conclusion, the Dell MD1120 is a highly adaptable and robust storage solution. With its modular architecture, diverse connectivity options, advanced data management features, and strong focus on data protection, it caters to a wide range of storage demands. Organizations looking for a reliable and scalable storage system would find the MD1120 to be a compelling option that supports their growing data needs effectively.