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Dell EqualLogic PS6000XV Certified Refurbished iSCSI SAN Storage Array

The Dell EqualLogic PS6000XV is a high-performance virtualized iSCSI SAN storage array featuring dual controllers with 4GB battery-backed cache memory, 14 x 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS 3.5-inch drives plus 2 x 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS 2.5-inch drives delivering 9.6TB maximum capacity, four copper Gigabit Ethernet ports per controller for enhanced connectivity, and automatic RAID 5/6/10/50 configuration in a compact 3U rackmount enclosure, providing enterprise-grade storage performance of 2,520 IOPS with sustained bandwidth up to 300 MBps ideal for demanding virtualized environments and mission-critical database applications.

Ideal Applications and Use Cases

This certified refurbished enterprise storage solution excels in virtualized server environments, particularly VMware ESX and Microsoft Hyper-V deployments, where its intelligent iSCSI protocol and automatic load balancing optimize performance across consolidated workloads. The PS6000XV with its high-speed 15K RPM SAS drives delivers exceptional value for transactional database applications requiring rapid IOPS performance, disaster recovery implementations with multi-site replication capabilities, and storage area network consolidation projects transitioning from direct-attached storage to centralized SAN infrastructure. With support for up to 512 hosts per pool and 1,024 volumes, this array scales efficiently alongside growing business demands whilst maintaining seamless data accessibility.

Key Features and Benefits

Enterprise Performance Architecture: Dual-controller design with 4GB battery-backed cache provides up to 72 hours of data protection during power loss whilst delivering consistent high-speed access with 15K RPM drives offering significantly faster seek times and superior random IOPS performance compared to slower rotational drives.

Intelligent Storage Virtualization: Automatic load balancing, online data movement, and thin provisioning capabilities enable efficient resource utilisation without manual intervention, reducing administrative overhead and maximising storage efficiency across your infrastructure.

Comprehensive Data Protection: Multi-volume writeable snapshots supporting up to 10,000 total snapshots, auto-replication with multi-site support, instant volume restore, and volume cloning ensure your critical business data remains protected and rapidly recoverable.

Simplified Management: PS Group Manager software with roles-based administration, remote setup wizard, and rapid provisioning tools enable installation and configuration in less than one hour, significantly reducing deployment time and complexity.

Complete Virtualization Integration: Native support for VMware Site Recovery Manager, Auto-Snapshot Manager for both VMware and Microsoft environments, and Smart Copy functionality for Hyper-V, Exchange, SQL Server, and VMFS streamline virtualized infrastructure management.

Proven Reliability: Fully redundant hot-swappable components including dual controllers, dual 450W power supplies, dual fan trays, and automatic hot spare disk configuration ensure continuous availability for business-critical operations.

Essential Technical Specifications

• Storage Capacity: 9.6TB total system capacity (16 x 600GB drives)
• Drive Configuration: 14 x 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS 3.5-inch drives plus 2 x 600GB 15,000 RPM SAS 2.5-inch drives
• System Memory: 4GB total with battery backup providing 72-hour data protection
• Network Connectivity: 4 x Gigabit Ethernet copper ports per controller (8 total)
• Performance: 2,520 IOPS with sustained bandwidth up to 300 MBps
• RAID Support: Automatic RAID 5, RAID 6, RAID 10, and RAID 50 configuration
• Form Factor: 3U rackmount enclosure
• Dimensions: Approximately 130mm x 483mm (5.1 x 19 inches)
• Weight: Approximately 36kg (80 lbs) fully populated
• Power Supply: Dual redundant 450W hot-swappable PSUs

Quality Assurance and Warranty

This certified refurbished Dell EqualLogic PS6000XV has been verified through Reboot IT's thorough testing process, ensuring reliable operation in demanding enterprise environments. We tested all features and functions including RAID controller verification, network connectivity testing, SMART disk monitoring, power supply validation, and controller failover testing using cutting-edge diagnostic software to guarantee complete functionality. As an industry expert since 2001, Reboot IT utilises advanced testing protocols refined over decades of enterprise hardware refurbishment experience. Every unit undergoes comprehensive evaluation to ensure enterprise-grade reliability and performance. This unit is sold by Reboot IT and includes a comprehensive 1-year warranty covering all hardware components.

Cosmetic Grading

Excellent Grade units exhibit minimal wear with very minor scuffing or abrasions on the enclosure housing, maintaining a near-new professional appearance suitable for visible data centre installations. Good Grade units are fully functional with more noticeable cosmetic wear including light scratches on the chassis and possible minor dings or paint chips that do not affect performance or structural integrity. Both grades deliver identical enterprise-level performance and reliability.

Comprehensive Operating System Support

This versatile storage array supports extensive operating system compatibility including Windows Server 2000/2003/2008/2008 R2 with Hyper-V, Windows Vista and XP, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise, generic Linux distributions, Sun Solaris, IBM AIX, HP-UX, Mac OS X, VMware ESX Server 3/3.5/4/ESXi 3.5, Citrix XenServer, Virtual Iron, and Novell Netware. Pros: Exceptional compatibility across heterogeneous environments with robust driver support and enterprise-grade management integration for both Windows and Linux platforms. Cons: Enterprise operating systems may require specific licensing and specialised administration knowledge for optimal configuration and management.

Upgrade your enterprise storage infrastructure with confidence – add this certified refurbished Dell EqualLogic PS6000XV to your data centre today and experience enterprise-grade performance, reliability, and scalability backed by Reboot IT's industry-leading expertise and comprehensive warranty protection.