45Drives Stornado F16 2U 16-Bay NVMe Enterprise Storage Server

45Drives Ltd., subsidiary of Protocase Inc., launches its most advanced storage server to date: the Stornado F16.

Designed to address the ever-growing demands of enterprise data management, the product combines speed, scalability, and versatility, positioning it as a solution for industries requiring high-performance storage.

Future of enterprise data storage
With data workloads growing exponentially across AI, ML, video production, and large-scale analytics, organizations face increasing pressure to adopt storage systems that are both fast and flexible. The Stornado F16 delivers power to meet these challenges, boasting:

Lightning-fast performance:
- Sequential read speeds of 56.5GB/s and write speeds of 55.0GB/s.
- Random write performance of 10.2 million IO/s and random read of 8.7 million IO/s – ideal for intensive, real-time data processing tasks.
16 U.3 NVMe drive bays: Supporting high-density 15mm drives with a raw storage capacity of up to 480TB.
Next-gen connectivity: Equipped with a tri-mode backplane, enabling integration of U.3 NVMe, SATA, and SAS drives to maximize flexibility.
Future-proof design: 4x PCIe Gen4 lanes per drive and up to 6x PCIe Gen5 expansion slots (on Intel configurations) ensure compatibility with the latest hardware innovations.

Engineered for maximum efficiency
The Stornado F16 is designed for organizations looking to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies. Its innovations include:

Busbar power delivery: A cableless power system that reduces complexity and enhances reliability.
Caddie-less design: Simplifies drive installation and replacement, reducing downtime and costs.
Compact 2U form factor: Packs enterprise-grade performance into a sleek design, optimizing rack space utilization.

Doubling down on performance
Compared to its predecessor, the Stornado F2, the F16 doubles PCIe Gen4 lanes/drive and increases bandwidth significantly, unlocking the full potential of NVMe drives. This upgrade ensures ultra-fast data transfers and positions the F16 as a choice for businesses deploying large-scale, open-source storage solutions like Ceph clusters.

“The Stornado F16 represents the pinnacle of our engineering efforts,” said Dr. Doug Milburn, president. “It’s more than just a server – it’s a tool that empowers businesses to manage their data with unmatched speed, efficiency, and flexibility. Whether you’re running AI workloads, processing massive datasets, or managing high-demand enterprise environments, the Stornado F16 is built to deliver.”

Standing out from competition
Unlike competitors which lack centralized support and use older U.2 technology, the Stornado F16 is supported end-to-end by 45Drives’ expert team. Its tri-mode backplane offers unparalleled versatility, while its busbar power system and streamlined design deliver superior operational efficiency.

Key technical specifications:

CPU options: AMD EPYC 8004 Series or Intel Xeon 4th Gen CPUs, offering up to 64 cores and 128 threads.
Memory: Expandable up to 4TB (Intel) and 3TB (AMD).
Networking: Standard 10GbE with options for 25, 40, and 100GbE add-ons.
OS: Preloaded with Rocky Linux or Ubuntu, paired with 45Drives’ user-friendly Houston UI.
Power supply: Dual 1350W redundant PSUs for reliability.