The IBM System Storage DS3200 is an easy-to-use, scalable, flexible, and economical external storage solution for small and medium businesses. It uses 3Gbps serial-attached SCSI (SAS) interface technology, is equipped with DS3000 Storage Manager, and is easy to deploy and manage. Using 300GB hot-swappable SAS disks, the storage capacity can be expanded to 3.6TB. Up to 3 EXP3000s can be connected, bringing the total storage capacity to 14.4TB. The price of this product is suitable for the budget of small and medium-sized enterprises.
The DS3200 is a scalable, flexible storage solution aimed at small and medium‑size enterprises. It offers hot‑swap SAS drives, RAID options, and can be expanded up to 14.4 TB using EXP3000 expansion units, allowing businesses to grow storage capacity without large upfront costs.
The system includes IBM System Storage DS3000 Storage Manager for task‑oriented management, supports multiple RAID levels, and provides detailed environmental and physical specifications. It is compatible with IBM System x and selected third‑party servers, and comes with a three‑year parts and labor warranty. This manual is written in Chinese.
| RAID controller | Dual active |
|---|---|
| Cache per controller | 512 MB (1 GB dual‑controller) |
| Host interfaces per controller | 1 or 3 Serial SAS 3 Gbps ports |
| Drive interface | Serial SAS |
| Supported drive speeds | 10 000 rpm and 15 000 rpm SAS drives |
| Supported RAID levels | RAID‑0, 1, 3, 5, 10 |
| Maximum number of drives | 48 SAS drives (using up to three EXP3000 units) |
| Power and fan | Redundant hot‑swap fans and power supplies |
| Rack support | Standard 19‑inch rack |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) | 8.7 cm × 44.7 cm × 55.0 cm |
| Weight (standard / full config) | 16.6 kg / 27.2 kg |
| Operating temperature (powered on) | 10 °C – 35 °C (50 °F – 95 °F) |
| Warranty | Three years parts and labor |
The DS3200 can support up to 48 SAS drives when using three EXP3000 expansion units.
Yes, additional drives or EXP3000 expansion units can be added without powering off the DS3200.
The DS3200 is managed with IBM System Storage DS3000 Storage Manager.
IBM offers a three‑year parts and labor warranty for the DS3200.