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| Product Type | Disk Array (SAN) |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PowerVault MD3620i |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Drive Bays | 12 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA |
| Max Capacity | Up to 48 TB (with 4 TB drives) |
| RAID Support | RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Host Interface | 4 x 1 GbE iSCSI ports (per controller) |
| Controller Configuration | Dual active-active controllers |
| Cache Memory | 4 GB per controller (DDR3) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 3.44 x 17.57 x 19.81 inches (87.3 x 446 x 503 mm) |
| Weight | Approximately 48.5 lbs (22 kg) without drives |
| Power Supply | Dual hot-swappable 580W AC |
| Power Consumption | Typical: 250W, Max: 450W |
| Cooling | Dual hot-swappable fan modules |
| Management | Dell OpenManage, MD Storage Manager, CLI |
| Supported OS | Windows Server, Linux, VMware, Citrix |
| Maintenance | Replace failed drives, fans, PSUs without powering down |
| Safety Features | Overcurrent, overtemperature, tamper-lock bezel |
| Spare Parts Availability | Dell Service: drives, controllers, PSUs, fans, cables |
Frequently Asked Questions - PowerVault MD3620i DELL
How to reset the management password?
Connect via serial cable or use MD Storage Manager. Boot up and press Ctrl+M to enter the RAID BIOS. The default user is 'root' with password 'calvin' (lowercase). Reset via the CLI:
smsconfig -p newpassword.What replacement drives are compatible?
Use Dell PowerVault MD36xx certified SAS or SATA drives. Mixing drive types is not supported. For capacity, up to 4TB (SAS) or 2TB (SATA) per slot.
How to configure iSCSI targets?
In MD Storage Manager, go to the iSCSI tab. Create a target, define LUNs and assign access to initiators (IQN). Use VLAN for network isolation.
What is the maximum number of hosts supported?
Each controller supports up to 128 active iSCSI connections, total 256 per array. Actual performance depends on network configuration and host load.
How to replace a failed power supply?
Ensure the replacement PSU is the same model. Pull the failed unit using the handle. Slide in the new one until it clicks. The array stays operational; the new PSU will power up and synchronize.
Can I mix different drive sizes in a single RAID group?
It is not recommended. Using drives of same size and speed is best. If you must mix, the RAID group will treat all drives as the smallest capacity.
How to perform a factory reset?
Enter the RAID BIOS (Ctrl+M during boot). Select Factory Defaults from the menu. Confirm. This erases all configuration, including RAIDs and initiator maps.
What RAID level is best for performance?
For maximum performance without redundancy, use RAID 0. For a balance of performance and protection, use RAID 10 (stripe of mirrors). For capacity efficiency, use RAID 5 or 6.
How to monitor disk health?
Use MD Storage Manager or the Dell OpenManage plugin. Check the 'Physical Disk' tab for status. Setup email alerts for predictive failure.
What is the recommended operating temperature?
The ambient temperature should be between 10°C and 35°C (50°F to 95°F). Ensure proper airflow in the rack; avoid blocking vents.
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Brand : DELL
Model : PowerVault MD3620i
Category : Disk array