The simple, fast, and cost-effective PowerVault ME5 storage platform has been optimized to run various mixed workload applications. Both theoretical and virtual, suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises. Whether you need to consolidate block storage, support applications that do not require low latency flash and NVMe, or utilize intelligent data management or capacity expansion to keep up with the pace of data growth, PowerVault ME5 is ready to meet the constantly growing business demands.
The flexibility of PowerVault ME5 provides multiple protocols, supports a wide range of drive types and capacities, and can scale up to 8 PB of capacity using Dell PowerEdge servers (supporting 16GB) has been validated and delivered to you through all-in-one software, so you will receive the necessary storage, management, and protection for your data services. Using fast Intel Xeon processors, PowerVault ME5 storage implements a dual active controller architecture, 12GB/s read, and 10 GB/s write throughput and fast capacity expansion using 12 Gb SAS backend protocol.
Optional ME5 expansion enclosures for expansion up to 336 drives or 8 PB. PowerVault ME412 and ME424 expansion enclosures are only available with the ME5012 or ME5024 base arrays. The ME484 high-density expansion enclosure is supported with any ME5 base array. A wide range of SSD, 10K and NLSAS drives are available (including FIPS-certified SEDs).
| Model | PowerVault ME424 Expansion Storage Module 24 drives/2U 210-AQID |
| Storage Capacity | ME Series Storage Array 2U 24x2.5 210-AQID |
| Backend NIC BE | ME 12GbSAS Type-B 4Port dual control |
| Power | 580W Power supply Dual PSU |
Simple, fast and affordable storage: The PowerVault ME5 storage system supports a wide range of applications and integrates with today's most popular hypervisors, operating systems and management platforms. With more than 70,000 systems installed worldwide, PowerVault ME5 systems enable small and medium businesses to gain reliable performance, affordable capacity and simplify operations.
Edge-Enabling Solutions: PowerVault ME5 storage capacity reduces deployment risk, improves system reliability and gains real-time insights. Support edge applications such as cloud gaming, oil and gas exploration, and safety and security.
Supports multiple workloads: Delivers up to 640,000 IOPS with more capacity, more controller memory, and faster host connectivity options than previous generations. Supports high-performance computing (HPC), SQL databases, virtualization, and more.
Simplified Management: The intuitive PowerVault Manager interface enables you to store, manage and protect your data. As your infrastructure grows, you can easily integrate with a broad ecosystem of management systems.