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Overview
The Dell EMC PowerStore 3200Q is a next-generation all-NVMe flash storage appliance using QLC SSD technology, delivering enterprise-class performance, scalability, and data efficiency at a lower cost per terabyte. It supports unified block, file, and vVol protocols, advanced data protection and replication, and integrates with multicloud environments. The PowerStore 3200Q enables organizations to start with modest capacity and scale up or scale out without disruption.
Features
- QLC NVMe Storage with Enterprise Capabilities
Uses NVMe QLC SSDs to lower cost per gigabyte while maintaining performance and latency comparable to TLC-based models. - Unified Protocol Support
Supports block (FC, iSCSI), file (NAS), and vVol storage in the same appliance. - Scalable Architecture
Start small (e.g. 11 drives) and scale up by adding individual SSDs, or scale out by clustering up to 4 appliances. - Data Reduction & Efficiency
Includes built-in always-on reduction (deduplication and compression) and a 5:1 data reduction guarantee. - High Availability & Resiliency
Dynamic Resiliency Engine (DRE) allows tolerance of multiple simultaneous drive failures. - Seamless Replication & Protection
Supports synchronous, asynchronous, and metro replication; secure snapshots; integration with backup/DR workflows. - Cluster Interoperability
3200Q appliances can cluster with other PowerStore Q or T models (with PowerStoreOS 4.0 or later). - Non-Disruptive Upgrades
Software and hardware upgrades can be applied without downtime. - Deep Cloud & DevOps Integration
Native integration with multicloud platforms, API/automation support, and migration tools for legacy storage imports. - Efficient Power & Footprint
High data density and intelligent efficiency reduce rack space, power, and cooling overhead.
Specifications
Attribute
Value / Range
Nodes
2 active/active nodes per appliance
Processor
4 × Intel Xeon CPUs, 64 cores total, 2.1 GHz
Memory
768 GB (system memory)
Maximum Drives per Appliance
Up to 93 NVMe QLC SSDs (with expansions)
Base Enclosure
2U chassis, 25 drive bays (2.5″ NVMe)
Expansion Enclosure
2U, 24 drive bays (up to 3 expansions)
NVRAM Drives
2 NVMe NVRAM modules for caching
Supported Protocols
FC, iSCSI, NVMe/TCP, NAS (SMB/NFS), vVol
Front-End Ports (Max)
Up to 24 ports (combination of Ethernet / FC)
Backend / Mezzanine
4 × 100 GbE QSFP or 4 × 25 GbE per node for back-end fabric
Data Reduction Guarantee
Up to 5:1 (average, workload dependent)
Effective Capacity (Typical Start)
~580 TBe (with 11 × 15.36 TB drives & 5:1 reduction)
Maximum Effective Capacity (Single Appliance)
Up to ~5.9 PBe (with cluster scaling)
Cluster Scaling
Up to 4 appliances per cluster
Power Input
240 VAC ±10%, single phase
Maximum Power Consumption
~1,535.8 VA (≈1,505 W) (operating, full load)
Heat Dissipation
~5.42 × 10⁶ J/hr (~5,136 kJ/hr) equivalent
Temperature / Operating Range
Normal data center range (check environment guide)
Form Factor & Dimensions
2U rack mount (for base enclosure)
Warranty / Support
Standard limited warranty (varies by region / contract)
- QLC NVMe Storage with Enterprise Capabilities
