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- In Stock: 15
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 2072-12C
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM V3700 LFF Dual Controller Storage (model 2072-12C) delivers enterprise class reliability and performance in a compact, rack-mountable chassis. Designed for mission critical workloads, this dual-controller system provides continuous data availability with active-active redundancy, making it an ideal choice for businesses that cannot afford downtime.
Key Features
- Dual active controllers ensure nonstop operation and instant failover
- Large form factor (LFF) drive bays support up to 24 high capacity drives
- Integrated hardware encryption protects data at rest without impacting performance
- Advanced cache management with configurable write-back or write-through policies
- Support for multiple host interfaces including Fibre Channel, iSCSI and SAS
- Intelligent monitoring tools provide real time health alerts and capacity planning
Technical Specifications
- Model/Part Number: 2072-12C
- Form factor: 4U rack mount
- Drive compatibility: 3.5 inch LFF SAS or SATA drives, up to 24 drives per chassis
- Controller architecture: Dual active-active with hot swap capability
- Cache memory: Up to 8 GB DDR3 cache per controller
- Maximum raw capacity: Approximately 120 TB (depending on drive configuration)
- Supported interfaces: 4 x 8 Gbps Fibre Channel, 2 x 10 Gb Ethernet iSCSI, 4 x SAS ports
- Power consumption: Typical 750 Watts, redundant power supplies
- Operating temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Management software: IBM Spectrum Control integration and web based GUI
Typical Applications
- Database environments that require high I/O throughput and low latency
- Virtualization platforms such as VMware, Hyper-V and KVM where shared storage is essential
- Backup and archival solutions needing secure, scalable capacity
- Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems that demand continuous availability
- File and object storage services for large scale content repositories
The IBM V3700 LFF Dual Controller Storage combines robust hardware design with flexible connectivity options, delivering a solution that grows with your data needs while protecting the integrity of every byte.