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| Product Type | Disk Array |
| Brand | Quantum |
| Model | Xcellis QXS-324 |
| Form Factor | 3U Rackmount |
| Drive Bays | 24 x 3.5" |
| Supported Drive Types | SAS, SATA, SSD |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, 60 |
| Controller | Dual Active-Active |
| Host Interfaces | 8 x 12Gb/s SAS (per controller) or optional FC/iSCSI |
| Cache Memory | 16GB per controller (battery-backed) |
| Maximum Capacity | Up to 432TB (with 18TB drives) |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 5.2 x 17.6 x 19.7 in (13.2 x 44.7 x 50.0 cm) |
| Weight (fully loaded) | Approximately 65 lbs (29.5 kg) |
| Power Supply | Dual 800W redundant, hot-swappable |
| Input Voltage | 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz |
| Power Consumption | Typical 500W, maximum 800W |
| Cooling | 4 hot-swappable fans |
| Operating Temperature | 50° to 95°F (10° to 35°C) |
| Storage Temperature | -40° to 158°F (-40° to 70°C) |
| Humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
| Management | Web-based GUI, CLI, SNMP |
| Safety Certifications | CE, UL, FCC, RoHS |
| Warranty | 3 years hardware, 24x7 support |
Frequently Asked Questions - Xcellis QXS-324 QUANTUM
What is the maximum capacity of the Quantum Xcellis QXS-324?
The maximum raw capacity depends on drive size. With 18TB drives, it supports up to 432TB (24 x 18TB).
What host interface options are available?
Standard is 12Gb/s SAS (8 ports per controller). Optional upgrades include 16Gb/s Fibre Channel or 10Gb/s iSCSI.
Is the disk array hot-swappable?
Yes, drives, power supplies, and fans are hot-swappable for easy maintenance without downtime.
What RAID levels are supported?
The QXS-324 supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60 for flexible data protection.
Can I mix SAS and SATA drives?
Yes, SAS and SATA drives can be used together, but they should be in separate disk groups for performance and reliability reasons.
How many expansion enclosures can I connect?
Each controller supports up to 4 expansion enclosures (e.g., QXS-224) via wide SAS cables for additional capacity.
What management interfaces are provided?
Management is available through a web-based GUI, command-line interface (via SSH or serial), and SNMP for monitoring.
Is there any battery backup for cache?
Yes, the cache is protected by a battery backup unit (BBU) that preserves data in case of power failure.
What are the physical dimensions of the unit?
The chassis is 3U height (5.2 inches), 17.6 inches wide, and 19.7 inches deep, fitting standard 19-inch racks.
Does it support thin provisioning?
Yes, the array supports thin provisioning to optimize storage utilization and reduce waste.
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Brand : QUANTUM
Model : Xcellis QXS-324
Category : Disk array