The Dell PowerStore 3200T is a 2U all-flash, all-NVMe unified storage appliance designed for high-performance enterprise workloads. Featuring dual active/active controllers, 4 Intel Xeon CPUs (64 cores at 2.1 GHz), and 768 GB DRAM, it supports block, file, vVols, and container storage. WECENT delivers customized PowerStore 3200T solutions with optimized configurations for VMware, Kubernetes, and AI-enhanced deployments on PowerEdge servers.
What Are PowerStore 3200T Specifications?
PowerStore 3200T comes in a 2U base enclosure with 25 NVMe slots, expandable to 93 drives via ENS24 expansion units. It includes 4 NVRAM modules, four I/O modules, dual redundant PSUs, and processors delivering 64 cores at 2.1 GHz with 768 GB DRAM.
It supports up to 10,000 block volumes, 200,000 snapshots, 2,000 file systems, and 18,000 vVols. Connectivity options include 16/32Gb FC, 10/25GbE iSCSI, and 100GbE ports. WECENT customizes configurations with NVMe SSDs and NVIDIA GPUs for AI-optimized VMware or Kubernetes deployments using PowerEdge R760 servers. Peak power consumption reaches 1393W, and the appliance is Energy Star certified.
| PowerStore 3200T Key Specs | Details |
|---|---|
| Enclosure | 2U, 25 NVMe bays base; up to 93 total |
| Processors | 4x Intel Xeon, 64 cores, 2.1 GHz |
| Memory | 768 GB DRAM + 2 NVRAM caches |
| Max Capacity (Cluster) | 23.60 PBe, 372 drives |
| Protocols | Block (FC/iSCSI/NVMe), File, vVols |
How Does PowerStore 3200T Perform?
PowerStore 3200T delivers up to 4.5M IOPS with ~300µs latency and inline 4:1–5:1 data reduction using compression and deduplication. NVMe-oF provides low-latency access for demanding workloads, supporting maximum volume or file system sizes of 256TB.
Its active/active controllers balance workloads for ERP, CRM, big data, HPC, and AI applications. WECENT pairs PowerStore 3200T with 17G PowerEdge R770 or XE7745 servers and H100 GPUs for hybrid clusters. Resiliency features, including snapshots and replication, maintain uptime up to 99.9999%.
What Workloads Suit PowerStore 3200T?
PowerStore 3200T is ideal for block, file, vVol, and container workloads such as databases, VDI, ERP/CRM, big data, HPC, and virtualization. Unified support enables efficient SAN/NAS operations.
It is proven in finance, healthcare, and education for high-availability applications. Containerized deployments leverage Kubernetes orchestration. WECENT customizes the appliance with PowerVault ME5 backups and ProLiant DL380 Gen11 alternatives to ensure flexibility across cloud-native and legacy environments.
Why Choose PowerStore 3200T for Enterprises?
PowerStore 3200T offers scale-up/out capabilities, unified protocol support, and data reduction efficiencies up to 5:1, lowering total cost of ownership. Active/active controllers eliminate single points of failure, and Metro replication enables disaster recovery.
Its AppsON feature allows containerized applications to run directly on storage. WECENT provides OEM customization on 16G/17G PowerEdge servers, installation, and warranty support for enterprise deployments worldwide.
How to Deploy PowerStore 3200T?
Deployment uses PowerStore Manager for rackmount setup, connectivity configuration, volume/file system provisioning, and integration with vCenter or SVMotion. Scale by adding expansion enclosures or clustering multiple appliances.
WECENT manages full lifecycle deployment, including custom SSD/HDD builds, on-site installation, and maintenance. Testing in lab environments ensures readiness for databases, VDI, VMware, Hyper-V, and Kubernetes workloads.
| Deployment Phases | Actions |
|---|---|
| Hardware Setup | Mount 2U base, install NVMe drives, connect networks |
| Configuration | Provision volumes, shares, vVols via Manager |
| Integration | Connect hosts via FC/iSCSI, enable replication |
| Scale/Optimize | Add ENS24 enclosures, apply data services |
What Are PowerStore 3200T Expansion Options?
PowerStore 3200T scales up with up to three ENS24 expansion enclosures per appliance, offering 93 drives/5.90 PBe. Scale-out clusters of four appliances support 372 drives/23.60 PBe with load balancing.
Back-end 4x25GbE links maintain performance across expansions. WECENT provides pre-configured expansions with NVIDIA RTX 50-series or A6000 GPUs for AI-enhanced storage on PowerEdge C6525 servers. Non-disruptive scaling supports enterprise growth without downtime.
How Does PowerStore 3200T Compare to Competitors?
PowerStore 3200T offers higher IOPS (4.5M), better efficiency (5:1), and unified block/file/vVol support compared with HPE Primera or Pure FlashArray. It exceeds rigid HCI limitations and adds NVMe speed and AppsON functionality beyond PowerVault ME5.
WECENT provides side-by-side deployment options with HPE ProLiant servers, delivering hybrid solutions with superior Metro DR and container capabilities.
WECENT Expert Views
“PowerStore 3200T revolutionizes midrange storage with NVMe unification and massive scalability. At WECENT, we customize it on 17th gen PowerEdge R7725xd with H200 GPUs for AI and data-intensive VMware deployments. Clients achieve 4.5M IOPS and 5:1 data reduction savings, backed by our global supply of original Dell hardware. From design to support, we ensure cost-effective, resilient IT infrastructure for finance and healthcare enterprises.”
— WECENT Storage Solutions Lead
Key Takeaways and Actionable Advice
PowerStore 3200T delivers all-NVMe performance, scalable capacity to 23.60 PBe, and unified storage protocols for modern enterprises. Prioritize it for high-IOPS workloads and engage WECENT for custom R670 configurations, GPU integration, and OEM branding to optimize TCO and accelerate digital transformation.
FAQs
What is the max capacity of PowerStore 3200T?
Up to 23.60 PBe per four-appliance cluster, 5.90 PBe per individual appliance with 93 NVMe drives.
Does it support NVMe-oF?
Yes, providing ultra-low latency block access over fabric networks.
Can WECENT customize PowerStore 3200T?
Yes, including PowerEdge servers, NVIDIA GPUs, and SSD configurations for AI and big data workloads.
What protocols does it handle?
Supports block (FC/iSCSI/NVMe), file (NAS), vVols, and container workloads.
How efficient is data reduction?
Up to 5:1 with inline deduplication and compression.