Dell PowerVault ME5012 – Dual-Controller 2U SAN Array with Mixed SAS/SAS-SSD Drives and 25Gb iSCSI Connectivity
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Dell PowerVault ME5012 – Dual-Controller 2U SAN Array with Mixed SAS/SAS-SSD Drives and 25Gb iSCSI Connectivity

Keywords

Dell PowerVault ME5012, dual-controller SAN array, 3.84TB SAS SSD, 12TB SAS drives, 25Gb iSCSI, 32Gb FC, 2U rack storage, high-performance storage, enterprise SAN, reliable data storage

Description

The Dell PowerVault ME5012 is a robust 2U storage array tailored for enterprise SAN and DAS environments. It features a dual-controller SAN array design with hot-swappable, dual-active controllers ensuring high availability and consistent performance.

Configured with a combination of high-capacity and high-speed storage—including several 3.84 TB SAS SSDs and 12 TB SAS drives—this system delivers a balanced mix of ultra-fast IOPS and massive capacity. Networking flexibility is enhanced through optional connectivity options such as 25 Gb iSCSI (8-port dual controller) and 32 Gb Fibre Channel.

Ideal for demanding data-center applications, the ME5012 combines performance, scalability, and reliability—supporting expansion up to hundreds of drives, offering advanced features like RAID, thin provisioning, snapshots, encryption, and seamless integration with virtualization platforms .

Key Features

  • Dual-active, hot-swappable controllers for uninterrupted uptime
  • Supports multiple protocols: FC, iSCSI, and SAS
  • High-capacity storage: mix of 3.84 TB SAS SSDs and 12 TB SAS HDDs
  • Scalable up to ~5+ PB with expansion enclosures (e.g., ME412, ME424, ME484) 
  • Advanced SAN features: RAID (1,5,6,10, ADAPT RAID), thin provisioning, snapshots, replication
  • Enterprise-grade software and APIs: HTML5 GUI, CLI, Redfish, VMware vCenter integration 

Configuration

ComponentSpecification
ModelDell PowerVault ME5012 Storage Array (2U)
ControllersDual-active, hot-swappable (optional 25 Gb iSCSI 8-port or 32 Gb FC)
Storage3.84 TB SAS SSD x 5; 12 TB SAS HDD x 5
Drive Bays12 × 3.5″ bays (supports 2.5″ with carriers) 
ScalabilityUp to ~5.28 PB using 3 × ME484 enclosures 
Memory (Cache)16 GB per controller (32 GB total) 

Compatibility

The ME5012 is compatible with SAS/NL-SAS HDDs and SSDs, supports multiple host protocols (FC, iSCSI), and integrates with virtualization platforms such as VMware vSphere and Hyper-V, offering seamless interoperability for enterprise deployments.

Usage Scenarios

Optimize high-performance databases or transactional workloads by leveraging the mix of SSD and high-capacity HDD storage. The SSDs deliver fast latency-sensitive performance, while the HDDs offer efficient bulk storage.

Provide flexible multi-node hosting with dual-protocol connectivity (25 GbE iSCSI, 32 Gb FC), perfect for converged SAN/DAS setups in data centers.

Ensure business continuity with mission-critical applications by taking advantage of the dual-controller architecture, redundancy features, snapshot/replication tools, and enterprise-grade integration and security options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the ME5012 support both SSD and HDD simultaneously?
Yes—this configuration allows a hybrid mix of 3.84 TB SAS SSDs and 12 TB SAS HDDs, delivering both high performance and high capacity.

How scalable is the storage capacity?
Very scalable. With additional ME4/ME5 expansion shelves, the ME5012 can reach capacities over 5 PB.

What host connectivity options are available?
Supports multiple options, including 25 GbE iSCSI (8 ports), 32 Gb Fibre Channel, 12 Gb SAS, and more depending on the controller module chosen.

Can this system support virtualization environments?
Absolutely. It includes integration with VMware vCenter, SRM, Microsoft Hyper-V, and offers automation via REST APIs, CLI, and HTML5 GUI.

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