Dell EMC Unity 550F All-Flash Storage System - High-Performance Solution for China Suppliers and Factory Needs
Product Description
The Dell EMC Unity 550F is an all-flash storage system launched by Dell Technologies, specifically designed for high-performance and critical business workloads. This device adopts a 2U rack-mounted architecture, equipped with 25 2.5-inch SAS or flash hard disk bays, supporting a maximum storage capacity of 8PB and can be expanded to 500 hard disks. In terms of hardware, the Unity 550F is equipped with dual Intel Xeon E5-2660 v4 processors (14-core 2GHz) and 256GB of memory, providing high computing power and data processing efficiency. The interface configuration includes 20 Fibre Channel ports per array, 24 1GbE/iSCSI ports and 24 10GbE/iSCSI ports, and supports multiple network protocols such as NFS, SMB 3.0 (CIFS) and iSCSI. Software functionality integrates Dell EMC Unity Base Software, including Unisphere management interface, remote protection and local data services, and supports deep integration with platforms such as VMware and Oracle. Other features such as virtual volume (VVols) support up to 13,500 volumes, suitable for scenarios like high-frequency financial trading and real-time data analysis.
High Performance
Equipped with dual Intel Xeon E5-2660 v4 processors (28 cores total) and 256GB RAM for intensive workloads.
Massive Scalability
Supports up to 500 hard disks and a maximum storage capacity of 8PB within a 2U rack-mounted architecture.
Rich Connectivity
Includes 20 Fibre Channel ports, 24 1GbE/iSCSI, and 24 10GbE/iSCSI ports per array.
Technical Specifications
| Product types | SAN network storage, all-flash storage |
| Interfaces | 20 FC per array, 24 1GBASE-T /iSCSI per array, and 24 10GbE/iSCSI per array |
| Hard disk bays | 25 2.5-inch SAS/ flash memory (2U) slots |
| Maximum number of hard disks | 6/500 |
| Maximum storage capacity | 8PB |
| Pre-installed Software system |
Dell EMC Unity Base Software Unisphere Management Remote Protection Local Protection Ecosystem Integration |
| Processor | 2 Intel Xeon E5-2660 v4 14-Core 2GHz |
| Product memory | 256GB |
| Product dimensions | 88.8*447.6*609mm |
| Product power supply | 100-240 VAC±10%, 47-63Hz |
| VVols | 13,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of storage system is the Dell EMC Unity 550F?
The Dell EMC Unity 550F is an all-flash SAN network storage system designed specifically for high-performance and critical business workloads.
What is the maximum storage capacity and drive scalability of the Unity 550F?
It supports a maximum storage capacity of up to 8PB and can scale up to 500 hard disks utilizing 25 2.5-inch SAS or flash memory slots in a 2U rack configuration.
What processors and memory configuration does the system use?
The system features dual Intel Xeon E5-2660 v4 processors (each with 14 cores running at 2GHz) and is equipped with 256GB of system memory.
What interfaces and network protocols are supported by the Unity 550F?
It supports 20 Fibre Channel (FC) ports, 24 1GbE/iSCSI ports, and 24 10GbE/iSCSI ports per array, with support for network protocols such as NFS, SMB 3.0 (CIFS), and iSCSI.
What software functionalities come pre-installed on the Unity 550F?
It comes integrated with Dell EMC Unity Base Software, which includes the Unisphere management interface, remote and local protection, and ecosystem integration with platforms like VMware and Oracle.
How many Virtual Volumes (VVols) are supported?
The Dell EMC Unity 550F storage system supports up to 13,500 Virtual Volumes (VVols).