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| Product Type | Disk Array |
| Brand | Dell |
| Model | PowerVault MD3620f |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Drive Bays | 12 x 3.5" SAS (or 24 x 2.5" with interposer) |
| Supported Drives | SAS, NL-SAS, SSD |
| Controller | Dual Active/Active RAID Controllers |
| Host Interface | 8 Gb Fibre Channel (per controller) |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Max Capacity | Up to 144 TB (with 12 TB drives) |
| Power Supply | Dual, Hot-swappable (580W each) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 8.7 x 44.6 x 59.9 cm (3.4 x 17.6 x 23.6 in) |
| Weight (max config) | 24.9 kg (55 lbs) |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Management | Dell PowerVault Modular Disk Storage Manager (MDSM) |
| Cooling | Dual hot-swappable fan modules |
| Maintenance | Hot-swappable drives, PSUs, fans; front and rear access |
| Security | Secure encryption capable with SED drives |
| Spare Parts | Controllers, PSUs, fans, drive carriers, interposer kits |
| Warranty | 3-year standard, extendable |
Frequently Asked Questions - PowerVault MD3620f DELL
How to connect the Dell PowerVault MD3620f to a Fibre Channel switch?
Use standard LC-LC fiber optic cables (8 Gb). Connect each controller's ports to the switch. Ensure zoning is configured correctly. Refer to the MDSM for setup.
What RAID levels are supported?
Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. RAID 6 provides dual parity protection. Use MDSM to configure virtual disks.
How to replace a failed drive?
Locate the failed drive by the amber LED. Remove the carrier, insert a new drive of same type. The array will automatically rebuild. No downtime required.
What is the maximum number of drives supported?
Up to 12 x 3.5" drives natively, or 24 x 2.5" drives using interposer carriers. Mixing form factors is not recommended in same enclosure.
How to update firmware?
Download firmware from Dell Support. Use MDSM or SMU (Storage Management Utility) to apply updates. Apply to controllers sequentially.
Can the MD3620f be used with VMware?
Yes, it is VMware certified. Ensure firmware and HBA drivers are compatible. Configure LUNs and present them to ESXi hosts via MDSM.
What is the default IP address to access the management interface?
The default IP for each controller is 192.168.128.101 and 192.168.128.102 (subnet 255.255.255.0). Connect via browser or MDSM.
How to perform a factory reset?
Use MDSM to reset to factory defaults. Alternatively, press the recessed reset button on the controller front panel for 5 seconds.
What are the recommended environmental conditions?
Operating temperature 10-35°C (50-95°F), humidity 20-80% non-condensing. Ensure proper airflow in rack.
How to replace a failed power supply?
Identify faulty PSU by LED. Unlock the handle, pull out the module, slide in a new one, and lock. The system continues with redundant supply.
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Brand : DELL
Model : PowerVault MD3620f
Category : Disk array