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SMARTIO16FC Overview
SMARTIO16FC is a SAN storage system designed for high-performance data operations, featuring 16 drive bays that support SATA HDD, SAS HDD, SATA SSD, and NVMe SSD drives for a total maximum capacity of 512 TB. It provides extensive RAID support including RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 6, and RAID 10 while being powered by an Intel Xeon processor with 8 cores and pre-installed 16 GB ECC DDR4 memory, expandable up to 64 GB.
SMARTIO16FC offers robust connectivity with USB 3.2 ports and a 10GbE network interface, along with dual LAN ports and Fibre Channel compatibility for versatile deployment in critical environments. The design incorporates expansion support, redundant fan cooling, and a redundant 500W power supply to ensure reliability in SMB backup scenarios, enterprise data centers, virtualization, and media server applications.
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SMARTIO16FC Specifications
- Product Type
- Storage System
- Storage Type
- SAN
- Form Factor
- Rackmount
- Bay Count
- 16-bay
- Supported Drive Types
- SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD
- Hot-Swap Support
- Yes
- Max Supported Capacity
- 512 TB
- RAID Support
- RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10
- CPU Type
- Intel Xeon
- CPU Cores
- 8
- Installed RAM
- 16 GB
- Max RAM Capacity
- 64 GB
- RAM Type
- ECC DDR4
- Network Ports
- 10GbE
- LAN Ports
- 2
- USB Ports
- USB 3.2
- Expansion Support
- Yes
- Cooling
- Redundant Fan
- Power Supply
- Redundant
- Power Supply Wattage
- 500W
- Operating System
- Custom OS
- Snapshot Support
- Yes
- Cloud Sync Support
- Yes
- Virtualization Ready
- Yes
- iSCSI Support
- Yes
- Surveillance Support
- No
- Use Case
- SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization
- Product Name
- SMARTIO16FC
- Height
- 4 inches
- Width
- 17 inches
- Depth
- 28 inches
- Weight
- 40 lbs
Quality Certifications
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Product Comparison Table 
| SMARTIO16FC |  N8500-EHS-N2M192G-AC-1 |  NLSAS-7.2K-3 |  S6800T-2C192G-DC |  55V3-96G-AC2-10 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay Count | 16-bay | 12-bay | 4-bay | 24-bay | 12-bay |
| CPU Cores | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| CPU Type | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon | Intel Xeon |
| Cloud Sync Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan | Active | Redundant Fan | Redundant Fan |
| Depth | 28 inches | 27 inches | 25 inches | 27 inches | 28.7 inches |
| Expansion Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount | Rackmount |
| Height | 4 inches | 3.5 inches | 3 inches | 3.5 inches | 3.5 inches |
| Hot-Swap Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Installed RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB | 16 GB | 128 GB | 16 GB |
| LAN Ports | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Max Supported Capacity | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 512 TB | 96 TB |
| Network Ports | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE | 10GbE |
| Operating System | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS | Custom OS |
| Power Supply | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant | Redundant |
| Power Supply Wattage | 500W | 500W | 500W | 350W | 350W |
| Product Name | SMARTIO16FC | N8500-EHS-N2M192G-AC-1 | NLSAS-7.2K-3 | S6800T-2C192G-DC | 55V3-96G-AC2-10 Enterprise SAN Storage Array |
| Product Type | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System | Storage System |
| RAID Support | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 | RAID 0 / RAID 1 / RAID 5 / RAID 6 / RAID 10 |
| RAM Type | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | DDR4 | ECC DDR4 | ECC DDR4 |
| Snapshot Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Storage Type | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN | SAN |
| Supported Drive Types | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed | Mixed | SATA HDD / SAS HDD / SATA SSD / NVMe SSD | Mixed |
| Surveillance Support | No | No | No | No | No |
| USB Ports | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.2 | USB 3.0 | USB 3.2 |
| Use Case | SMB / Enterprise Data Center / Media Server / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center | Enterprise Data Center / Virtualization | Enterprise Data Center |
| Virtualization Ready | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 40 lbs | 25 lbs | 20 lbs | 50 lbs | 45 lbs |
| Width | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17 inches | 17.5 inches | 17.5 inches |
| iSCSI Support | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Reviews & Ratings
L
Logan Harrington
4
Stable performance under sustained traffic.
M
Marcus Fairmont
4
Seamless integration into OceanStor array.
N
Nathan Kingsley
5
Professional upgrade for demanding SAN workloads.
O
Oscar Radcliffe
5
Consistent link stability during peak IO.
P
Philip Whitlock
4
Improved throughput immediately after installation.
Questions & Answers
What is the Huawei OceanStor SMARTIO16FC module?
The Huawei OceanStor SMARTIO16FC is a hot-swappable 4-port I/O module providing 16Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity via SFP+ slots for OceanStor storage arrays.
Which OceanStor systems support SMARTIO16FC?
SMARTIO16FC is supported on Huawei OceanStor V3 and V5 series controllers that include SmartIO card slots for Fibre Channel expansion.
How many ports and what speed does SMARTIO16FC deliver?
SMARTIO16FC offers four SFP+ ports, each delivering up to 16Gbps full-duplex Fibre Channel performance.
Which transceivers are compatible with SMARTIO16FC?
SMARTIO16FC supports industry-standard 16Gbps Fibre Channel SFP+ transceivers certified by Huawei OceanStor.
How do I install SMARTIO16FC in my OceanStor array?
Power down the controller or use hot-swap procedures, insert SMARTIO16FC into an empty SmartIO slot, secure the module, then power up to enable automatic firmware detection.
Is SMARTIO16FC hot-swappable?
Yes. SMARTIO16FC supports front-accessible, hot-swap insertion and removal without disrupting data I/O on the remaining ports.
What performance improvements does SMARTIO16FC offer?
By adding four 16Gbps Fibre Channel links, SMARTIO16FC increases throughput, reduces latency, and enables higher IOPS for SAN workloads.
Does SMARTIO16FC support multipathing?
Yes. SMARTIO16FC fully supports standard SAN multipathing protocols such as MPIO and ALUA for load balancing and high availability.
What are the power and thermal requirements?
SMARTIO16FC consumes up to 12W and operates in a 0°C to 45°C ambient temperature range with front-to-back airflow in a standard 19″ rack.
How do I verify module status after installation?
Use the OceanStor management GUI or CLI to check the SmartIO slot status, port link lights, and firmware version under the I/O module inventory section.
What firmware version is required for SMARTIO16FC?
Ensure your OceanStor controller firmware is on the latest V3/V5 release, as specified in Huawei’s compatibility matrix, to support SMARTIO16FC features.
What maintenance is recommended for SMARTIO16FC?
Periodically inspect port connectors for dust, update firmware via the OceanStor management tool, and monitor port counters for errors.
What warranty covers the SMARTIO16FC module?
The SMARTIO16FC is backed by Huawei’s standard one-year hardware warranty, extendable via Huawei support contracts for up to five years.
Can I mix SMARTIO16FC with other I/O modules?
Yes. You can combine SMARTIO16FC with other SmartIO cards in different chassis slots, provided total power and thermal budgets are maintained.
How does SMARTIO16FC enhance SAN security?
SMARTIO16FC supports fabric zoning and port binding to isolate traffic, ensuring only authorized hosts can access storage volumes.
Where can I purchase genuine SMARTIO16FC modules?
Genuine SMARTIO16FC modules are available through Huawei’s authorized channel partners and online marketplace with full support and warranty coverage.