Dell PowerVault Storage Simplify, Scale, and Protect Your Data

Dell PowerVault delivers high-performance, scalable, and easy-to-manage storage for businesses seeking reliable data protection and simplified operations.
Dell PowerVault

Dell PowerVault offers powerful, affordable storage designed to meet the needs of modern enterprises. Whether you need direct-attached (DAS) or storage area network (SAN) configurations, Dell PowerVault provides scalable capacity, simplified management, and reliable data protection all built to optimize business performance and growth.

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Unified Storage Efficiency

Simplified Storage Architecture

Dell PowerVault simplifies data storage with intuitive management, optimized performance, and flexible configurations for small to mid-size enterprise workloads.

Highlights:

  • Optimized Performance: Accelerate data access with dual-active controllers.
  • Scalable Design: Expand easily as your data grows.
  • Simplified Management: Manage with Dell Storage Manager.
  • Cost-Effective: Reduce overhead without sacrificing reliability.

Reliable Data Protection and Flexibility

Secure and Flexible Storage Options

Protect business-critical data with Dell PowerVault’s integrated redundancy, hot-swappable drives, and support for both SAN and DAS environments.

Highlights:

  • Redundant Hardware: Minimize downtime and data loss.
  • Flexible Connectivity: Support for iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and SAS.
  • Seamless Integration: Works with VMware, Microsoft, and Linux platforms.
  • Centralized Management: Easily configure multiple arrays from a single interface.
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Explore Dell PowerVault Solutions

Comprehensive Storage Designed for Every Need

PowerVault ME5 Series

Entry-level SAN and DAS storage built for reliability and scalability.

Automated backups and replication ensure your critical data stays secure.

Simplified IT Operations

Centralized tools streamline deployment and monitoring.

Dual controllers and optimized cache deliver consistent throughput.

Why Choose Dell PowerVault

Designed for Performance and Growth

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PowerVault MD2412
Low-cost dense storage2U12 x 3.5”Up to 1.92 PBUp to 8 2U enclosures24 GB SAS4Datasheet
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PowerVault MD2412
Performance-optimized storage2U24 x 2.5”Up to 757.28 TB (SSD)Up to 4 2U enclosures24 GB SAS4Datasheet
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PowerVault MD2460
High-density storage4U60 x 3.5”Up to 2.40 PBUp to 2 4U enclosures24 GB SAS4Datasheet
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PowerVault ME5212
Small scale workloads2U12 x 3.5”Up to 6.336 PBUp to 9 2U or 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5224
Medium scale workloads2U24 x 2.5”Up to 6.232 PBUp to 9 2U or 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5284
High capacity workloads5U84 x 3.5”Up to 8.064 PBUp to 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5012
Small scale workloads2U12 x 3.5”Up to 5.80 PBUp to 9 2U or 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5024
Medium scale workloads2U24 x 2.5”Up to 5.72 PBUp to 9 2U or 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5084
High capacity workloads5U84 x 3.5”Up to 7.39 PBUp to 3 5U enclosures12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME512
SAN/DAS environments2U12 x 3.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME524
SAN/DAS environments2U24 x 2.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME5284
SAN/DAS environments5U84 x 3.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME412
SAN/DAS environments2U12 x 3.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME424
SAN/DAS environments2U24 x 2.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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PowerVault ME484
SAN/DAS environments5U84 x 3.5”n/an/a12 Gb SASDatasheet
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Dell PowerVault Capabilities

PowerVault Performance Features

Performance

High-speed architecture powered by dual-active controllers optimizes I/O and latency for demanding workloads.

Scalability

Start small and grow easily with modular drives and enclosure expansion up to hundreds of terabytes.

Integration

Seamlessly integrates with VMware, Hyper-V, and major operating systems for flexible deployment options.

Protection

Advanced RAID and snapshot technology safeguard your data from failure or loss.

Benefits of Dell PowerVault

Simplified Deployment

Easily install and configure PowerVault arrays using Dell’s intuitive setup tools.

Flexible Architecture

Choose SAN or DAS configurations tailored to your business workloads.

Reliable Data Security

Ensure data integrity and protection with advanced encryption and redundancy.

Efficient Management

Monitor and optimize your PowerVault environment with unified management dashboards.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Dell PowerVault used for?

Dell PowerVault is designed for businesses needing scalable, high-performance data storage for SAN or DAS environments.

The PowerVault ME5 offers simple setup, high capacity, and redundancy for data-intensive workloads.

Yes, PowerVault supports VMware and major operating systems for smooth virtualization integration.

Absolutely. PowerVault’s affordable entry-level design makes it ideal for small to mid-size enterprises.

You can use Dell Storage Manager to simplify configuration, monitoring, and performance optimization.