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Dell MD3200-12LFF PowerVAULT MD3200 Chassis NO CTRL 2 PSU
- Chassis Type: PowerVault MD3200
- Drive Bays: 12 x 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF)
- Expansion Capability: Supports connection to MD1200 expansion units.
- Power Supplies: Includes 2 Power Supplies (PSU).
- Controllers: Sold separately (NO CTRL).
- Interface: SAS (host connectivity depends on controller).
- Designed for entry-level to mid-range storage needs.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Storage Array Chassis
- Model
- PowerVault MD3200
- Drive Bays
- 12 x 3.5-inch LFF
- Controllers
- Not Included
- Power Supplies
- 2 x Included
- Host Interface
- SAS (via controller)
Product details
The Dell MD3200-12LFF is a 12-bay 3.5-inch chassis for the PowerVault MD3200 storage array. This unit is sold without controllers, requiring separate purchase for full functionality.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Array Chassis |
| Model | PowerVault MD3200 |
| Drive Bays | 12 x 3.5-inch LFF |
| Controllers | Not Included |
Additional Specifications
| Power Supplies | 2 x Included |
| Host Interface | SAS (via controller) |
| Expansion | Supports MD1200 |
Description
The Dell PowerVault MD3200-12LFF represents the chassis component of Dell's entry-level to mid-range storage solution, designed to house up to twelve 3.5-inch Large Form Factor (LFF) hard drives. This specific configuration is highlighted as 'NO CTRL', indicating that it is sold without the necessary storage controllers, which are essential for the array's operation and host connectivity. Customers purchasing this chassis will need to acquire compatible controllers separately to build a functional storage system. This chassis is built upon the robust PowerVault MD3200 platform, known for its reliability and scalability. It comes equipped with dual power supplies to ensure redundancy and continuous operation, a critical feature for enterprise storage environments. The twelve 3.5-inch bays provide substantial raw capacity, making it suitable for direct-attached storage (DAS) or basic SAN deployments where large capacity is a priority. The system is designed to connect to servers via SAS, with the specific host interface type (e.g., SAS HBA or RAID controller) determined by the chosen controllers. Furthermore, the MD3200 chassis supports expansion through Dell's MD1200 expansion units, allowing for a significant increase in drive count as storage needs grow. This modular approach provides flexibility for businesses that anticipate future storage requirements. The MD3200-12LFF chassis is an ideal foundation for organizations seeking a cost-effective, high-capacity storage solution, provided they can source the required controllers.
Condition: Refurbished
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