Simplify the path to IT transformation and unlock the full potential of your data capital with Dell Unity XT storage arrays that are designed for performance, optimized for efficiency, and built to simplify your multi-cloud journey. Unity XT arrays feature up to 2X more IOPS for both HFAs and AFAs, more memory, and up to 50% more drives than previous Dell Unity models. These cost-efficient storage systems are equipped with dual-active controllers and include a rich set of all- inclusive enterprise-class software. Unity XT AFAs are available with a Future Proof guaranteed 3:1 data reduction rate while the Unity XT HFAs are ideal for workloads that don’t require the speed and low latency of NVMe architectures.

Architecture

Unity XT storage systems implement an integrated unified architecture for block, file,and VMware vVols with concurrent support for native NAS, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel protocols. Each system leverages dual-active storage processors, full 12Gb SAS back-end connectivity and Dell’s patented multicore architected operating environment to deliver unparalleled performance & efficiency with multicloud interoperability. Additional storage capacity is added via Disk Array Enclosures (DAEs).

Physical Specifications

ConnectivitySpec Sheet

Connectivity options via Mezzanine cards and IO modules for both the file for NFS/SMB connectivity and the block

storage for FC and iSCSI host connectivity (see above table for number of modules supported per SP).

Maximum Cable Lengths

Shortwave optical OM4: 125 meters (16 Gb) 190 meters (8 Gb), 400 meters (4 Gb), and 500 meters (2 Gb)

Back-end (Drive) Connectivity

Each storage processor connects to one side of each of two redundant pairs of four-lane x 12 Gb/s Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) buses, providing continuous drive access to hosts in the event of a storage processor or bus fault. All models require four “system” drives and support a platform specific maximum number of disks (see Physical Specifications table above). 107 GBs per system drive on the Dell Unity XT 380 models and 150 GBs on the Dell Unity XT 480, 680, and 880 models is consumed by the operating environment software and data structures.

Dell Unity OE Protocols and Software Facilities

Spec Sheet

Support is provided for a wide variety of protocols and advanced features available via various software suites, plug-ins,

drivers and packs.

Virtualization Solutions

Dell Unity offers support for a wide variety of protocol and advanced features available via various software suites and packs including but not limited to:

·          OpenStack Cinder Driver: For provisioning and managing block volumes within an OpenStack environment

·          OpenStack Manila Driver: For managing shared file systems within an OpenStack environment

·          Dell Virtual Storage Integrator (VSI) for VMware vSphere™: For provisioning, management, and cloning

·          VMware Site Recovery Manager (SRM) Integration: Managing failover and failback making disaster recovery rapid and reliable

·          Virtualization API Integration: VMware: VAAI and VASA. Hyper-V: Offloaded Data Transfer (ODX) and Offload Copy for File

·          Ansible Module for Unity

Electrical Specifications

Spec Sheet

All power figures shown represent a worst case product configuration with max normal values operating in an ambient

temperature environment of 20°C to 25°C.

The chassis power numbers provided may increase when operating in a higher ambient temperature environment.

Operating environment

The Dell Unity XT 480F/480 – 880F/880 models meet ASHRAE Equipment Class A3 and the 380F/380 models meet ASHRAE Equipment Class A4.

Statement of Compliance

Dell Information Technology Equipment is compliant with all currently applicable regulatory requirements for Electromagnetic Compatibility, Product Safety, and Environmental Regulations where placed on market.Detailed regulatory information and verification of compliance is available at the Dell Regulatory Compliance website. http://dell.com/regulatory_compliance