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| Product Type | NAS (Network Attached Storage) |
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | System Storage N3220 |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Supported Drives | Up to 12 x 3.5-inch SAS or SATA |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 144 TB (with 12 TB drives) |
| Processor | Intel Xeon quad-core |
| Memory | 16 GB DDR3 ECC, expandable to 64 GB |
| Network Interfaces | 4 x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45), optional 10 GbE |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Protocols | CIFS, NFS, iSCSI, FTP, HTTP |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant, hot-swappable, 500W each |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 8.7 cm x 44.5 cm x 55.9 cm (3.4 in x 17.5 in x 22.0 in) |
| Weight | 15.4 kg (34 lbs) fully configured |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
| Humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
| Management | Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP |
| Maintenance | Replaceable fan modules, power supplies, and drives |
| Safety Features | Overheat protection, power surge protection, chassis intrusion detection |
| Spare Parts Available | Hard drives, fans, power supply units, batteries |
| Repairability | Hot-swappable components: drives, PSUs, fans; no special tools required |
| General Information | IBM System Storage N3220 is a mid-range enterprise NAS optimized for file sharing and backup. |
Frequently Asked Questions - System Storage N3220 IBM
How do I perform an initial setup of the IBM N3220 NAS?
Connect to the management IP via web browser. Use the Setup Wizard to configure network, RAID groups, and shares.
What RAID levels are supported?
The N3220 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. RAID 5 and 6 are recommended for protection.
Can I expand storage capacity?
Yes, by adding more drives or connecting expansion enclosures via SAS. The unit supports up to 12 internal drives.
How do I access files from Windows or Linux?
Use CIFS (Windows) or NFS (Linux). Configure shares in the management GUI and map drives.
What is the default administrator username and password?
Default is admin / admin. Change immediately after first login for security.
How can I reset the system to factory defaults?
Press and hold the reset button on the front panel for 10 seconds while powered on.
Is the power supply hot-swappable?
Yes, the N3220 features dual redundant hot-swappable power supplies. Replace one while the other remains active.
What is the maximum capacity supported?
With 12 TB drives, 144 TB raw capacity per unit. Expandable with external JBODs.
Can I use SSDs for caching?
Yes, the unit supports SSD caching to accelerate frequently accessed data. Connect SSDs and enable in settings.
How do I update firmware?
Download the latest firmware from IBM support. Upload via the System Update page in the GUI. Do not power off during update.
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Brand : IBM
Model : System Storage N3220
Category : NAS