Tough and portable
The Dell™ PowerVault™ removable disk storage combines the speed of a hard disk with the portability of optical media for quick, easy and affordable backups.
- Highly rack-optimized external backup
- USB connect for easy installation
- Software included for easily scheduled backups and Continuous Data Protection
- Supported by Backup Exec and CommVault and Yosemite

RD1000 rackable solution
114X RD1000 — Rackable solution, configurable with up to two RD1000 drive bases and upgradeable up to four drives using drive upgrade kit, USB 3.0. The USB cables come in two different lengths of 2 m and 3 m. Includes backup software for easily scheduled backups.
Removable disk drive versus other storage
The benefits of using a high-capacity, removable disk drive and accompanying cartridge like Dell PowerVault RD1000 are evident when compared to alternative backup media. Rugged, removable disk media offers increased portability and durability over standard USB-based hard drive storage. The PowerVault RD1000 cartridges are built to withstand a fall from nearly one meter so they are very durable, and the removable disk cartridges are small and lightweight and can be stored off-site for better disaster recovery protection. PowerVault RD1000 provides easy expandability — when you reach capacity with one removable disk cartridge, just insert in a new one. There's no need to buy additional hardware. PowerVault RD1000 includes backup software that provides data protection for faster data restores and reduced downtime.PowerVault RD1000 features a protective disk drive cartridge that is available in 320GB*, 500GB*, 750GB*, 1TB*, and 1.5TB* capacities. The RD removable disk cartridges are all interchangeable and preformatted. Archiving a collection of PowerVault RD1000 disk cartridges takes considerably less room than a similar amount of DVDs or CDs — it would take over 200 standard DVDs to hold the volume of a single 1TB removable disk cartridge — all while saving shelf space.

Hard drive speed and reliability
The PowerVault™ RD1000 removable disk cartridge contains a Serial ATA (SATA) II hard drive, the same technology that Dell uses across the PowerVault disk storage line, PowerEdge™ server line and Dell Precision™ workstations external drive. SATA II hard drive technology is a reliable industry standard for storage and an ideal long-term and durable media. Files transfer to PowerVault RD1000 at about the same time it would take to save to your regular PC drive, up to 80MB/sec.Cartridge Drop Test:
RD1000 cartridges have been qualified to withstand a drop of one meter to a tile over concrete floor. In most cases the RD1000 cartridges can withstand drops of up to 1.5 meters.

Tough and compact form
The PowerVault RD1000 functions lying flat or on its edge. Its compact profile takes up very little space on a desk or close to your server, allowing a backup solution that doesn't require rethinking your office arrangement. The removable disk cartridge is designed for durability and easily fits into a briefcase, backpack or even a coat pocket. The PowerVault RD1000's simple plug-and-play USB connection allows you to back up more than one system, or move it from home to office as you need. Each removable disk drive cartridge weighs about as much as a cell phone and is only slightly larger.Software
Media
- RD1000 Media Technical Specifications:
640GB Media
Capacity (Native): 640GB
Capacity (Compressed): 1.28TB
Average sustained transfer rate: Internal SATA 30 MBps / External USB 25 MBps
Burst transfer rate: Internal SATA 1.5 Gbps / External USB 480 Mbps
Average access time (msec): 15
Function: Removable disk drive
Logical block size: 512 bytes
Support file system: ext2, ext3, FAT32 and NTFS (Default)
Unrecoverable error rate: 1 error per 10^14 bits read
MTBF Internal USB Device: 550,000 hours
500GB Media
Capacity (Native): 500GB
Capacity (Compressed): 1TB
Average sustained transfer rate: Internal SATA 30 MBps / External USB 25 MBps
Burst transfer rate: Internal SATA 1.5 Gbps / External USB 480 Mbps
Average access time (msec): 15
Function: Removable disk drive
Logical block size: 512 bytes
Support file system: ext2, ext3, FAT32 and NTFS (Default)
Unrecoverable error rate: 1 error per 10^14 bits read
MTBF Internal USB Device: 550,000 hours
320GB Media
Capacity (Native): 320GB
Capacity (Compressed): 640GB
Average sustained transfer rate: Internal SATA 30 MBps / External USB 25 MBps
Burst transfer rate: Internal SATA 1.5 Gbps / External USB 480 Mbps
Average access time (msec): 15
Function: Removable disk drive
Logical block size: 512 bytes
Support file system: ext2, ext3, FAT32 and NTFS (Default)
Unrecoverable error rate: 1 error per 10^14 bits read
MTBF Internal USB Device: 550,000 hours
160GB Media
Capacity (Native): 160GB
Capacity (Compressed): 320GB
Average sustained transfer rate: Internal SATA 30 MBps / External USB 25 MBps
Burst transfer rate: Internal SATA 1.5 Gbps / External USB 480 Mbps
Average access time (msec): 15
Function: Removable disk drive
Logical block size: 512 bytes
Support file system: ext2, ext3, FAT32 and NTFS (Default)
Unrecoverable error rate: 1 error per 10^14 bits read
MTBF Internal USB Device: 550,000 hours
Media Types
- LTO-4, LTO-5,LTO-6 and RD1000
Storage
Performance
- Characteristic: Storage capacity varies by individual cartridge capacity
Average sustained transfer rate: USB 25 MBps
Burst transfer rate: 480 Mbps
Typical transfer rate: 80MB/s
Maximum burst transfer rate: 230 MB/s
Max theoretical transfer rate: 375 MB/s
Average access time (msec): 15
Function: Removable disk drive
Command set:
Packet command feature set, per ATA/ATAPI-7
SCSI primary commands (SPC-2)
SCSI block commands (SBC-2)
Logical block size: 512 bytes
Supported file system: ext2, ext3, FAT32 and NTFS (Default)
Capacity and transfer rate will vary depending on the RD1000 cartridge type used.
Reliability
- Unrecoverable error rate: 1 error per 10^14 bits read
MTBF Internal USB Device: 550,000 hours
Server Compatibility
- Dell and x86 IBM and HP Servers
Please refer to compatibility matrix for complete listing
Chassis
- RD1000 Internal Devices
Form Factor: 5.25 inch internal
Height: 41.4 mm (1.63 inch)
Width: 146.0 mm (5.75 inch)
Depth: 171.9 mm (6.77 inch) including bezel
Weight: 635 g (1.40 lbs)
PowerVault 114X
Form Factor: 2U Rack Mount
Height: 86.9 mm (3.42 inch)
Width: 482.5 mm (19.00 inch)
Depth: 480.7 mm (18.93 inch) including bezel
Weight: 8.3 Kg (18.4 lbs)
Interface Type: USB
RD1000 Media
Form Factor: Removable Cartridge
Height: 23.68 mm (0.93 inch)
Width: 86.6 mm (3.4 inch)
Depth: 119.18 mm (4.69 inch)
Weight: 173 g (0.38 lbs)
Power
- Internal RD1000 Devices
Voltage Tolerance: +5VDC ±5%, +12VDC ±10%
Amperage Rating: 1.8A, 0.005A
PowerVault 114X
Voltage Tolerance: 100-240VAC
Amperage Rating: 1.9-0.8A
Environmental
- Temperature
Operational: 10 to 40°C
Non-Operational: -40 to 65°C
Thermal Gradient
Operational: 10°C/hour
Non-Operational: 20°C/hour
Relative Humidity
Operational: 20 to 80%, non-condensing
Non-Operational: 10 to 90%, non-condensing
Maximum Wet Bulb Temperature
Operational: 29°C, non-condensing
Non-Operational: 38°C, non-condensing
Altitude
Operational: -50 ft to 10,000 ft
Non-Operational: -50 ft to 35,000 ft
Vibration
Operational: sine vib 0.25G peak, 3-200 Hz
Non-Operational: random vib 1.54G RMS
Shock
Operational: half sine 31G @ 2.6ms
Non-Operational: half sine 71G @ 2 ms
Environmental Operating Conditions
- Operating Temperature: 50 to 104 degrees F 10 to 40 degrees C
Non-Operating Temperature: Drive dependent
Operating Humidity: 20% to 80%
Non-Operating Humidity: Drive dependent
Hardware Support Service Plans
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Gold Enterprise Support:
Provides 7x24 rapid response and resolution of critical issues including escalation management and On-Site* Emergency Dispatch procedures to quickly restore operations. This level of support is appropriate for servers that are being used for email systems, database applications and virtualization.
Silver Enterprise Support:
Silver support provides convenient 7x24 phone access for hardware and core software troubleshooting with 4-hour2 7x24 on-site* services following completion of phone-based troubleshooting. This level of support is appropriate for file and print servers and other non-production testing and development.
Take Your Support to the Next Level
Platinum Plus Enterprise Support
Dell's most comprehensive level of premium support for storage systems combines rapid response and resolution for critical issues with customized account planning and reporting to proactively help improve uptime. With Platinum Plus, you receive direct access to the Enterprise Command Center and a designated Platinum Technical Account Manager and can enjoy the benefits of these two new innovative features:
- Operations Performance Benchmarking Innovative management tools and processes, providing customers with unprecedented visibility into their IT operations and a mechanism for continuous improvement.
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Additional Service Offerings
In today's environment, businesses depend on their advanced server and storage systems running like clockwork. Maximum uptime is crucial. IT professionals' success and credibility depends on knowing they can reliably deliver business-critical operations and rapidly resolve problems when they do arise. They also need the flexibility to match support to the different needs of various end users and applications environments, smartly balancing quality and costs.
Backup and Recovery
Dell offers comprehensive project management to help you optimize your technology, improve efficiencies, and minimize downtime with a tailored Archiving, backup, recovery solution engineered to provide increased flexibility, scalability, and manageability.
Storage and Server Consolidation
Consolidation services provide a common platform to allocate and manage growing demands for data storage and helps reduce administrative effort by establishing a single management console. Dell's comprehensive approach to storage and server consolidation helps you accelerate productivity by delivering customized systems, software and services that ease management and can result in lower total cost of ownership. Consolidation can offer these key benefits:
- Simplify Operations
- Improve Utilization
- Cost Effective Scaling
Comprehensive Storage Training and Certification
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On-Site* Installation and Remote Installation Services
Remote Configuration Set-up
- Assistance configuring or setting up your new server's operating system for the first time
- Flexibility with Dell remotely "driving" the install via online Web-Ex session or allowing you to perform via phone-based instruction
- Most cost-effective solution to quickly getting your server OS up and running
On-Site* Installation: Hardware and OS
- An On-Site* Dell technician to ensure proper physical setup & functionality of the hardware and Windows operating system in your business environment
- Assistance installing your new server into a Dell-support rack
- Reduced time required to get your new server completely up and running