Cisco UCS-S3260-3SSD16 S3260 Storage Server

Description

The Cisco UCS-S3260-3SSD16 is a high-density storage server configuration built on the Cisco UCS S3260 Storage Server platform. It is designed for data-intensive workloads, large-scale storage, and cloud environments.

This SKU includes 3 × 1.6TB enterprise SAS SSDs, delivering fast storage performance and low latency for critical applications. These drives use a 12Gbps SAS interface, ensuring high-speed data transfer.

The S3260 platform is known for its massive storage scalability, supporting up to hundreds of terabytes per chassis and even petabyte-scale deployments in clustered environments. It is ideal for organizations managing large volumes of data.

The server uses a top-load, hot-swappable drive design, allowing easy maintenance and expansion without downtime. It also supports RAID configurations for data protection and performance optimization.

Built for modern data centers, the UCS S3260 integrates with Cisco UCS management tools, enabling:

• Centralized provisioning
• Simplified storage management
• Scalable infrastructure deployment

Typical use cases include:

• Software-defined storage (SDS)
• Backup and archiving
• Big data analytics
• Cloud and object storage

⚠️ Note: This specific configuration is End-of-Life (EOL), with support already ended, and is mainly available in refurbished or legacy markets.

Key Features:

• Based on Cisco UCS S3260 storage platform
• Includes 3 × 1.6TB SAS SSD (12Gbps)
• High-density, scalable storage architecture
• Top-load hot-swappable drives
• RAID support for data protection
• Optimized for data center and cloud storage
• Supports petabyte-scale expansion