Dell OpenManage storage manager software allows you to manage both the in-server storage and external DAS as a single interface, optimizing with the end-to-end 12Gb connectivity. If drive security is a priority, the option to include self-encrypted drives (SEDs) with drive-level encryption ensures your data is secure, even when the drive is removed. What’s more, the SEDs support instant Secure Erase, which permanently removes data when repurposing or decommissioning drives.
The MD series complements the existing Microsoft® Windows Server® 2012 R2 software currently operating on the PowerEdge servers, allowing users who are familiar with, or have standardized on, the Windows OS management tool to take advantage of their tightly integrated management tools through Storage Spaces. Windows Storage Spaces is simple and easy to use regardless of the user’s level of familiarity with storage systems. With the MD series you can take advantage of the many features offered with Storage Spaces, including automatic storage tiering and disk resiliency.
Dell Storage MD1400 direct-attached storage
High-density direct-attached storage (DAS) designed to work with the latest generation of PowerEdge servers. Offers exceptional storage flexibility and IO performance and includes support for:
- Up to 12 x 12Gb HDDs or SSDs
- Up to 960TB maximum capacity with eight Dell Storage MD1400 enclosures (each with 12 x 10TB 7200 rpm 3.5″ SAS HDDs) per server
