Dell PowerStore 500T delivers up to 1.3 million read IOPS and 81K+ sustained mixed IOPS using dual Intel Xeon CPUs (24 cores), 192GB RAM, and an all-NVMe design. Perfect for databases, virtualization, and high-performance workloads, WECENT optimizes configurations with certified NVMe SSDs and GPU integration to achieve peak IOPS in enterprise IT deployments.
What Is PowerStore 500T?
PowerStore 500T is a 2U all-NVMe storage appliance with dual active/active nodes and 25x 2.5” NVMe drive bays. It scales to 1.2 PBe raw capacity per appliance and supports block, file, and vVols workloads with sub-millisecond latency.
Ideal for high-IOPS applications like transactional databases and VDI, it includes inline deduplication and compression (4:1 effective guarantee). WECENT supplies authentic PowerStore 500T units and can bundle NVMe SSDs for tailored performance. Dual 2.2GHz Xeon processors and Intel Optane caching drive superior performance compared to hybrid arrays.
| PowerStore 500T Core Specs | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U Rack |
| Processors | 2x Intel Xeon (24 cores @ 2.2GHz) |
| Memory | 192GB DRAM |
| Drive Slots | 25x NVMe |
| Max Raw Capacity | 1.2 PBe (per appliance) |
What Determines PowerStore 500T IOPS?
IOPS are influenced by drive count and type, workload pattern, protocol (NVMe/TCP vs iSCSI), RAID configuration, and caching. All-NVMe architecture combined with Optane NVRAM accelerates random 4K operations.
Additional factors include firmware version (PowerStoreOS 3.x+), host queue depth, and full drive population. WECENT fine-tunes systems using certified SSDs and GPU-accelerated nodes to enhance AI workloads. Real-world SQL Server performance ranges from 35K to 68K IOPS for 50KB blocks.
How Many IOPS Does PowerStore 500T Deliver?
PowerStore 500T achieves 1.3M peak read IOPS, 81K sustained 50/50 RW, and up to 4.8M read/3.2M write IOPS in optimized configurations. Lab benchmarks show 20K–206K IOPS depending on drive count and protocol.
Performance scales linearly with the number of drives; a 4-node cluster reaches millions of IOPS. WECENT benchmarks indicate 84% utilization at 35K IOPS for transactional databases, delivering up to 60% efficiency gains over older arrays.
| PowerStore 500T IOPS Benchmarks | Scenario | IOPS |
|---|---|---|
| Peak Read | Max Config | 1.3M |
| Sustained 50/50 RW | 25 Drives | 81K+ |
| Real-World DB (95th %) | 50KB Blocks | 35K-68K |
| Cluster Saturation | NVMe/TCP | 206K |
What Affects PowerStore 500T IOPS Performance?
IOPS can be limited by latency-sensitive applications, undersized hosts, or inadequate cabling. Optimize using full drive population, 25GbE or 32Gb FC, and deep host queues. Inline deduplication preserves effective throughput.
Network bottlenecks reduce performance; NVMe-oF delivers the best results. WECENT combines PowerStore with PowerEdge servers and H100 GPUs, doubling IOPS for AI workloads. PowerStore Manager enables predictive monitoring and scaling.
How Do You Maximize PowerStore 500T IOPS?
Maximize IOPS with full NVMe population, NVMe/TCP or FC protocols, up-to-date PowerStoreOS, and balanced storage pools. Disable thin provisioning for peak raw IOPS and enable AppsON for container acceleration.
WECENT deploys pre-optimized kits with high-endurance SSDs, achieving 95% of rated IOPS immediately. Scale-out clusters further double performance without service disruption.
How Does PowerStore 500T Compare IOPS to Competitors?
PowerStore 500T outperforms entry-level Pure and HP arrays in mixed workloads (81K vs 35K real IOPS), offering better efficiency through DRE RAID and 4:1 data reduction. Clusters scale to 4.8 PBe capacity.
Compared to QNAP NVMe, PowerStore maintains lower latency; against HPE Alletra, higher core counts improve throughput. WECENT clients report 40% TCO savings integrating with PowerEdge for hybrid environments.
Why Choose PowerStore 500T for High-IOPS Workloads?
Select PowerStore 500T for guaranteed 99.9999% availability, always-on data reduction, and non-disruptive scaling in VDI and database environments. ENERGY STAR efficiency reduces operational costs while supporting 2,500+ concurrent users.
WECENT customizes OEM branding for resellers needing IOPS-critical solutions in finance, healthcare, and AI workloads.
How Can WECENT Boost PowerStore 500T IOPS?
WECENT enhances PowerStore 500T using tiered NVMe SSDs, NVIDIA GPUs, and 24/7 performance tuning, doubling IOPS in AI and custom enterprise deployments. Full-stack support ensures optimal results.
WECENT Expert Views
“PowerStore 500T’s 1.3M IOPS peak demonstrates NVMe potential, but true performance comes from holistic tuning. WECENT integrates RTX A6000 GPUs and PowerEdge R760 servers for end-to-end acceleration, reducing latency by 50% in database and AI environments. Authorized supply ensures genuine components, volume discounts, and deployment within 48 hours—empowering rapid digital transformation.”
— Li Wei, WECENT IT Solutions Architect
Conclusion
PowerStore 500T delivers 81K sustained to 1.3M peak IOPS, powered by NVMe and intelligent caching. To optimize: populate all drives, select NVMe/TCP, and update firmware. Actionable steps: engage WECENT for benchmarked configurations, tailored servers, and real-time monitoring to sustain maximum performance.
FAQs
What is the peak IOPS for PowerStore 500T?
1.3M read IOPS; 81K+ sustained mixed workload.
Does drive type affect PowerStore 500T IOPS?
Yes, mixed-use SSDs significantly improve performance over read-intensive drives.
Can WECENT test PowerStore 500T IOPS?
Yes, via LiveOptics analysis and proof-of-concept deployments.
How do you measure PowerStore 500T IOPS?
Through PowerStore Manager dashboards or fio benchmarking tools.
Is PowerStore 500T cluster-scalable for IOPS?
Yes, performance multiplies with up to 4 appliances.