Tuesday, April 16, 2024

MaxLinear teams with Dell on enterprise and cloud storage

MaxLinear has partnered with Dell to introduce the Panther III Storage Accelerator into Dell's high-end PowerMax storage solution, aiming to set new benchmarks in performance, data reduction, security, and data protection. This integration promises to transform enterprise storage capabilities, particularly for AI and machine learning which demand substantial data handling and storage scalability. 

Dell’s PowerMax storage series, comprising models 2500 and 8500, promise exceptional performance and scalability, enhanced by features like end-to-end NVMe and dynamic fabric architecture to support critical applications and workflows. The PowerMax series also focuses on security and efficiency, providing  data protection features and adaptability to both on-premise and hybrid cloud deployments, thereby setting a new standard in enterprise storage.

MaxLinear's Panther III Storage Accelerator stands out with its performance and feature set tailored for modern data centers. It offers high throughput and scalable capacity, alongside advanced functionalities like single-pass data reduction and real-time validation, which ensure optimal storage efficiency and data security. The accelerator's powerful data reduction capabilities and encryption standards provide reliable protection against unauthorized access, making it an integral component in securing and managing large volumes of sensitive data.

Key features of the MaxLinear Panther III and Dell PowerMax platform include:

  • Enhanced Data Reduction: Guarantees up to 5:1 and 3:1 data reduction ratios for Open and Mainframe systems, respectively, optimizing storage efficiency and minimizing costs.
  • Ultra-Fast Response Times: Achieves response times under 60 microseconds, facilitating swift access to crucial data and applications.
  • Robust Security and Energy Efficiency: Offers top-tier security and energy-efficient design, ensuring safe and sustainable operation in mission-critical storage environments.