The Dell PowerStore 5200T is a 2U all-NVMe storage appliance with dual active/active nodes, 4 Intel Xeon CPUs (96 cores at 2.2 GHz), 1152 GB DRAM, and 25 NVMe drives in the base, scalable up to 5.90 PB per appliance or 23.60 PB per 4-appliance cluster. WECENT provides original units with OEM support, optimized for virtualization, AI, and unified block, file, and vVols workloads.
What Is the PowerStore 5200T?
PowerStore 5200T is a mid-range, all-flash NVMe storage array in a 2U chassis with dual controllers for high availability. It delivers unified block, file, and vVols workloads with AI-driven automation and non-disruptive upgrades. WECENT supplies original Dell units, offering custom configurations for virtualization, cloud computing, and mid-market industries such as finance and healthcare, ensuring efficient data reduction and operational reliability.
| Core System Specs | Details |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 2U, dual active/active nodes |
| Base Drives | 25 x 2.5” NVMe |
| Max Drives/Appliance | 93 |
| Processor | 4 Intel Xeon, 96 cores @ 2.2 GHz |
What Are Its Processor and Memory Specs?
The system is powered by 4 Intel Xeon CPUs with 96 cores at 2.2 GHz, 1152 GB DRAM, and 4 NVRAM cache drives for ultra-low latency. This configuration handles demanding applications such as databases, virtualization, and VDI with millions of IOPS. WECENT recommends pairing it with PowerEdge servers for hybrid deployments. Memory scalability supports future growth without compromising performance.
How Does Storage Capacity Scale?
PowerStore 5200T can expand with up to 3 ENS24 enclosures per appliance (93 drives) and clusters up to 4 appliances, reaching 23.60 PB effective capacity. NVMe architecture ensures high-speed performance and seamless scaling. WECENT provides bundled expansion options with competitive pricing on SSDs, enabling load balancing and zero-downtime growth.
What Connectivity Options Does It Support?
The appliance offers flexible connectivity: 16/32Gb FC, 10/25/100GbE iSCSI front-end ports, 4x25GbE back-end, and 1GbE management ports. Modular IO supports NVMe/FC and NVMe/TCP for modern data fabrics. WECENT customizes networking with Cisco switches to optimize AI, container, and hybrid cloud workloads.
| Connectivity Specs | Maximum Ports |
|---|---|
| 16/32Gb FC | 16 |
| 10/25GbE iSCSI | 24 |
| 100GbE iSCSI | 8 |
| Back-end | 4 x 25GbE |
What Are the Power and Physical Dimensions?
It includes dual redundant 1800W hot-swap PSUs (200–240V AC), consuming up to 1734W at 40°C, and Energy Star certification. Dimensions: 8.72 cm H x 44.72 cm W x 79.55 cm D; weight: 35.8–41.7 kg. WECENT provides rail kits and deployment support. Expansion enclosures match the base dimensions for consistent integration.
Why Is PowerStore 5200T Ideal for Enterprises?
The system delivers 99.9999% availability, ransomware protection, Metro Volume replication, and immutable snapshots for data security. Machine learning automates performance tuning and reduces TCO. WECENT recommends it for mid-range enterprises requiring cost-efficient, high-performance storage for diverse workloads.
How Does It Handle Key Workloads?
PowerStore 5200T supports 16,000 block volumes, 250,000 snapshots, 2,000 file systems (256TB max), and 21,000 vVols with sub-millisecond latency. Dual active/active nodes maintain consistent throughput. WECENT pairs it with NVIDIA A-series GPUs for AI acceleration and high-throughput computing.
What Ensures Its Future-Proofing?
It supports data-in-place upgrades, QLC flash, and cluster scaling beyond 18 PB. Unified management simplifies multi-protocol operations. WECENT’s expertise ensures long-term compatibility and tailored upgrade paths for evolving IT needs.
WECENT Expert Views
“PowerStore 5200T combines high performance with mid-range affordability, delivering all-NVMe efficiency for virtualization, analytics, and cloud workloads. At WECENT, we provide customization options including OEM branding, full deployment, and integration with Dell PowerEdge and HPE servers. Clients benefit from our global sourcing, warranty coverage, and support, achieving secure, scalable IT infrastructure without operational complexity.”
— Storage Specialist, WECENT
Conclusion
PowerStore 5200T offers 96-core processing, 1152GB memory, and 23.60 PB cluster scalability for versatile enterprise workloads. Partnering with WECENT ensures customized configurations, integration with Dell servers, and comprehensive support. Optimize your infrastructure with WECENT’s solutions for agile, high-performance, and secure storage.
FAQs
What is the maximum capacity for PowerStore 5200T?
5.90 PB per appliance, 23.60 PB per 4-appliance cluster with expansions.
Does it support NVMe over Fabrics?
Yes, it supports NVMe/FC and NVMe/TCP alongside FC and iSCSI.
Is PowerStore 5200T rack-mountable?
Yes, it features a 2U rack design with dual nodes.
Can WECENT supply PowerStore 5200T custom?
Yes, including OEM branding, installation, and NVIDIA GPU bundles.
What drives fit the 5200T base?
25 x 2.5” NVMe SSDs, expandable to 93 drives.