SP4000 — High Bandwidth Extreme Scale Networked Storage

Overview

The Peralex SP4000 series is a range of high-performance, network-centric HDD and SSD managed storage solutions. Designed for extreme scalability, these units provide reliable data storage and buffering for high-end High Performance Computing (HPC) tasks.

Technical Summary

• SP4000C: 4U rack-mountable, 48-bay (2.5" hot-swap), up to 96 TB capacity, 40 Gb Ethernet interface
• SP4000L: 4U rack-mountable, 45-bay (top-loading), up to 360 TB capacity (using 8TB HDDs), 10 Gb Ethernet interface
• Form Factor: Standard 19-inch rack enclosures
• Architecture: Optimized for high-redundancy RAID and object storage

Operational Use Cases

• High-bandwidth networked storage and buffering
• Data-centric compute operations and digital data streams
• Network packet recording and tape archive control
• Scalable network-centric object stores (e.g., CEPH OSD)

Deployment Environments

These managed storage solutions are designed for datacenter platforms and standard high-density server environments requiring 19-inch rack-mountable integration.

Performance Metrics

• Max Capacity: Up to 360 TB (SP4000L) or 96 TB (SP4000C)
• Data Interfaces: Supports 40 GbE (primary for SP4000C) and 10 GbE (SP4000L)
• Efficiency: Provides extreme bandwidth scaling and a high storage-capacity-to-cost ratio

Setup & Portability

Both units occupy 4U of rack space. The SP4000C provides easy maintenance via front-accessible 2.5-inch hot-swap drives, while the SP4000L utilizes a top-loading 45-bay design to maximize capacity per rack unit.

Compatibility

The systems integrate seamlessly into standard 19-inch datacenter racks and are compatible with high-performance RAID arrays and CEPH Object Store environments over standard 10 Gb and 40 Gb Ethernet interfaces.

FAQs

• What defines extreme scale networked storage? These systems are built to handle massive data volumes and throughput for High Performance Computing (HPC). Verify total capacity scaling and interface bandwidth against application requirements.
• What is a CEPH Object Store Daemon (OSD)? An OSD is a software layer that stores data, manages local replication, and handles data recovery in a cluster. Networked storage nodes act as OSDs to build highly scalable, resilient storage pools.
• How does top-loading storage differ from front-loading? Top-loading enclosures maximize drive density within a specific rackmount footprint, typically requiring the chassis to slide out for drive access. Verify rack rail support and overhead clearance for maintenance.
• Problems we solve: where do we start with incomplete requirements? An incomplete specification can make product selection difficult. Start by sharing the task, operating environment and known constraints with Cyntony so the team can help define what to verify and which options are worth discussing (Our process).
• Outcomes we deliver: what comes from working through the requirements? The practical outcome is a requirements-led set of product options to evaluate with Cyntony. Confirm performance, compatibility and any service scope for your configuration before selection (Our process).

Video Notes

A video could visually contrast the compact front-loading hot-swap design of the SP4000C with the high-capacity top-loading layout of the SP4000L, highlighting their 4U rackmount form factors.