XN5226 Features Specs
Features Specs

XN5 Series

XN5

Performance-Oriented NVMe Unified Storage for Demanding Workloads

CPU

Intel® Xeon® 12-core

RAM

32 GB DDR4 RDIMM​​​ (up to 2,048 GB)​

Performance Density​

World's 1st 2U-26 Bay Design

High Availability​

Dual-Active Design &
Mirrored Firmware Architecture

High-Performance Unified Storage for Enterprise Workloads

QSAN XN5 series is the premier enterprise-level all-NVMe flash unified storage solution with unparalleled speed. With μs-level latency, It meets the responsiveness needs of the most challenging enterprise applications. The XN5 is ideal for modern applications, including AI model training, real-time databases, HPC (High-Performance Computing), and media production.

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QSM Data Management System​

QSM continuously evolves security levels to protect data across storage and adhere to industry best practices. Supporting SED (Self-Encrypting Drives) coupled with WORM will keep your sensitive data safe even if the drives are lost, stolen, or misplaced. Additionally, Windows ACL (Access Control List) and RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) help to prevent unauthorized access to your data.

Unleash AI Potential

The XN5 series is an excellent fit for demanding AI / ML workloads. Its high bandwidth and ultra-low latency enable rapid data access, crucial for training models and executing low latency demanding inference tasks.

Seamless Media Workflow Optimization

The XN5 series excels in virtualization environments by delivering ultra-low latency. This ensures rapid virtual machine provisioning, swift data access for virtual desktops, and consistent application performance within virtualized workloads.

Redefine Virtualization Efficiency

The XN5 series NVMe All-Flash Array is a powerful solution for media production workflows. Its high bandwidth enables rapid transfer of large media files, such as 4K and 8K video footage, significantly accelerating editing and post-production tasks.

  • AI / ML
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    Unleash AI Potential
    The XN5 series is an excellent fit for demanding AI / ML workloads. Its high bandwidth and ultra-low latency enable rapid data access, crucial for training models and executing low latency demanding inference tasks.
  • Virtualization
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    Seamless Media Workflow Optimization
    The XN5 series excels in virtualization environments by delivering ultra-low latency. This ensures rapid virtual machine provisioning, swift data access for virtual desktops, and consistent application performance within virtualized workloads.
  • Media Production
    +
    Redefine Virtualization Efficiency
    The XN5 series NVMe All-Flash Array is a powerful solution for media production workflows. Its high bandwidth enables rapid transfer of large media files, such as 4K and 8K video footage, significantly accelerating editing and post-production tasks.
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Why QSAN Flash Arrays?

Unparalleled Performance

Onboard 25 GbE iSCSI and flexible 32 Gb Fibre Channel high-speed I/O expansion performs the best I/O efficiency.

Enterprise Reliability

99.9999% high availability with overall modular design and mirrored firmware architecture design performs no single point of failure.

Effortless Management

QSM – enterprise unified storage management system reduces learning and maintenance efforts through intuitive interface.​

Enclosure Status LED Enclosure Access LED Enclosure Power Button / LED Bezel Lock Disk Drive Status LED Disk Drive Power LED USB Port UID (Unique Identifier) Button / LED Cache-to-Flash Module Power LED Cache-to-Flash Module Status LED Master / Slave LED (only for dual controllers) Controller Status LED Dirty Cache LED UID (Unique Identifier) LED Power Supply Unit 12 Gb/s SAS Wide Port 25 GbE LAN Port 2.5 GbE LAN Port USB Port Host Card Slot 1 (host card is an optional part) Service Port Console Port Host Card Slot 2 (host card is an optional part) Reset to Factory Default Button Buzzer Mute Button

Hardware Specifications

Architecture XN5226 : Dual-active controller
Storage OS XEVO Specification Details
CPU
Processor Intel® Xeon® 12-core
Memory
Memory Module Pre-installed 16 GB DDR4 RDIMM (up to 2,048 GB)
Total Memory Slots 4 (per controller)
Memory Expandable up to 256 GB (per controller)
Storage
Drive Bays

2.5" Slot x 26
Maximum Drive Bays with Expansion Unit 286
Compatible Drive Type

XN5226:

2.5" SAS, NL-SAS, SED HDD

2.5" SAS, SED SSD

XN5226S:

2.5" SAS, NL-SAS, SED HDD

2.5" SATA(*) HDD

2.5" SAS, SATA(*), SED SSD
Drive Interface

SAS 12 Gb/s

SATA 6 Gb/s(*)
Maximum Internal Raw Capacity 798 TB (calculate 30.72 TB SSD)
Maximum Raw Capacity with Expansion Units 16,773 TB (calculate 30.72 TB SSD)
Hot Swappable Drive
Notes

(*) SATA drives only work with single controller systems
Connectivity Port
PCIe Expansion (Gen3x8 Slot) x 2
{0}GbE RJ45 LAN Port 1 (onboard per controller)
{0}GbE SFP+ LAN Port 4 (onboard per controller) / 4 (option)
{0}GbE RJ45 LAN Port 4 (option)
{0}GbE SFP28 LAN Port 2 (option)
{0}Gb SFP+ Fibre Channel* 2 (option) / 4 (option)
{0}Gb SFP28 Fibre Channel* 2 (option)
Expansion and External Port
12Gb/s SAS Wide Port 2 (onboard per controller)
USB Port 1 (front) / 2 (rear)
Others Console Port x 1, Service Port (UPS) x 1
Software Specification
Storage OS XEVO
RAID Type 0 / 1 / 3 / 5 / 6 / 10 / 30 / 50 / 60 / 5EE / 6EE / 50EE / 60EE / N-way mirror
Storage Efficiency Thin Provisioning
Software Acceleration SSD cache (option) / Auto tiering (option)
Data Protection Snapshot / Local volume clone
Remote Replication Asynchronous (built-in) / Synchronous (option)
Security HTTPS / SSH / iSCSI CHAP / ISE & SED
Management Web UI / Serial console / RESTful API / S.E.S. / LCM
Appearance
Dimension (H x W x D) (mm) 88 x 438 x 491
Net Weight (kg) 16.3
Gross Weight (kg) 18.6
Notes -
Others
Memory Protection Cache-to-Flash (Supercapacitor Module + Flash Module) (option)
System Fan 4 pcs
Power Supply Unit 850W x 2 (80 PLUS Platinum)
Power Consumption 429 W
Certification
Certifications CE / FCC / BSMI
Warranty
Standard Warranty System: 3 years
Supercapacitor Module: 1 year