Dell PowerVault ME5212 Intel Xeon Processor, 24 x 2.5" 2U Storage Array

When your data grows faster than your storage can keep up, applications slow down, backups miss windows, and you lose confidence in your IT infrastructure. The Dell PowerVault ME5 is a block-level storage array that delivers fast, reliable SAN and DAS performance for small-scale workloads. It lets you store, protect, and move petabytes of data while keeping management simple and costs under control.

Dell PowerVault ME5 - the storage answer for growing businesses

Small businesses and remote offices often struggle with limited storage capacity, slow access times, and complex management tools. Those issues can cause downtime, missed deadlines, and frustrated users. The PowerVault ME5 solves these problems with a dual-active controller design that provides continuous availability and high-speed data paths. Its flexible connectivity and scalable architecture let you start small and expand as your needs evolve, ensuring you always have the right amount of storage at the right speed.

Usages

The ME5 fits into any environment that needs fast, reliable block storage. It works well in remote offices, branch data centers, and small-to-medium enterprise server rooms. Use it for virtual machine storage, database back-ends, backup targets, or as shared storage for applications that require low latency.

• Virtual machines and VDI
• Database and ERP systems
• Backup and disaster-recovery targets
• High-performance file services

Benefits

Because the PowerVault ME5 combines dual-active controllers with Intel® Xeon processing, you get uninterrupted access even if one controller fails, so your business never stops. The auto-tiering and SSD read cache move hot data to the fastest media, delivering quick response times for critical applications. With up to 840 K IOPS and 14 Gb/s read throughput, large workloads finish faster, freeing up compute resources. The built-in ADAPT RAID and thin provisioning let you protect data while using only the capacity you need, reducing waste and cost. Finally, the integrated management GUI and REST APIs make everyday tasks simple, so your IT staff can focus on growth rather than maintenance.

Key Features

• Block-level storage with dual-active controller architecture - ensures nonstop availability for SAN and DAS workloads.
• Intel® Xeon Processor - provides the processing power required for high-performance data handling.
• Single/Dual Active controller configuration - lets you choose redundancy level that matches your risk tolerance.
• 2U form factor - fits easily into standard racks without taking up extra space.
• 12 × 3.5″ drive bays (supports 2.5″ carriers) - offers flexible drive options and up to 12 × 3.5″ SAS drives.
• Maximum capacity up to 6.336 PB - scales to meet massive data growth without replacing the array.
• 12 Gb SAS front-end connectivity - delivers fast, reliable connections to servers and switches.
• Multiple connectivity options: 10 Gb iSCSI, 25 Gb iSCSI SFP+, 12 Gb SAS, 32 Gb FC, plus 1 Gb management port - ensures compatibility with existing networks.
• Support for RAID 1, 5, 6, 10, and ADAPT RAID - provides data protection choices that balance performance and resilience.
• Auto-tiering, SSD read cache, snapshots, and thin provisioning - optimizes storage use and speeds up access to critical data.

The Dell PowerVault ME5 gives you a future-proof storage platform that grows with your business, protects your data, and keeps your applications running at peak speed.

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