Dell PowerScale F600
The Dell PowerScale F600 is a high-performance 1U all-NVMe scale-out NAS node designed for demanding unstructured data workloads including genomic sequencing, AI training pipelines, autonomous vehicle simulation, and 4K/8K media rendering. Powered by dual Intel Xeon Gold processors and 384GB of RAM, each F600 node holds up to 24 NVMe SSDs and connects to dual 100GbE front-end and back-end fabrics. Governed by the OneFS operating system, clusters scale up to 252 nodes with linear throughput growth and automated file tiering. Pre-owned buyers must verify that three or more matching nodes are purchased together to establish a valid cluster.
Also written as: PowerScale F600, Dell EMC PowerScale F600, Isilon F600
Specifications
| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Family | PowerScale |
| Form factor | 1U rack |
| Released | Jun 2020 |
| Cpu platform | Dual Intel Xeon Gold 5218R (20 cores per CPU, 40 cores per node) |
| Memory max (GB) | 384 |
| Drive bays | Up to 24x NVMe SSDs (1.92TB, 3.84TB, 7.68TB or 15.36TB) per 1U node |
| Raw capacity | 46TB to 368TB raw capacity per node (up to 92 PB in a 252-node cluster) |
| Network onboard | Dual 100GbE / 25GbE front-end ports; dual 100GbE back-end clustering ports |
| Power supply | Dual redundant hot-plug 1400W Platinum power supplies |
Generations
- Previous generation: Dell Isilon F800
Works together
How the Dell PowerScale F600 connects to servers, storage and the network: 1 way, with the parts and products on each path.
File storage (NFS and SMB)
Front-end ports face the clients; back-end ports (on scale-out systems) connect the nodes to each other and need their own switch pair.
Servers
Dell PowerEdge R650 1U rack
Dell PowerEdge R750 2U rack
Dell PowerEdge R660 1U rack
Dell PowerEdge R760 2U rack
Dell PowerEdge R640 1U rack
Dell PowerEdge R740 2U rack
Adapters for the server
540-BBGY Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 10/25GbE SFP28 PCIe Low Profile Network Adapter
540-BBHB Dell Broadcom 57414 Dual Port 10/25GbE SFP28 OCP 3.0 Mezzanine Network Adapter
540-BBRL Dell Intel X710 Quad Port 10GbE SFP+ Full-Height PCIe Adapter
540-BDCE Dell Intel E810-XXV Dual Port 25GbE SFP28 PCIe Gen4 Adapter
Switches
Dell PowerSwitch S5224F-ON 1U rack
Dell PowerSwitch S5232F-ON 1U rack
Dell PowerSwitch S5248F-ON 1U rack
Dell PowerSwitch S5212F-ON 1U rack
Optics
Plan and size it
- Draw this setup in the topology planner mrplanb.com
- Add up rack power and space rack-density.com
- NFS explained mrplanb.com
- Block vs object storage mrplanb.com
- Object storage Ledger mrplanb.com
- Dell E-Lab Navigator (Dell interoperability) dell.com
Check compatibility with Dell
Before you buy, confirm the exact configuration against the vendor's own lists: firmware levels, operating systems, adapters and optics that Dell has tested with the Dell PowerScale F600.
- Compatibility Dell E-Lab Navigator (storage and SAN interoperability) (free vendor sign-in)
- Support Dell Support: drivers, manuals and service tag lookup
Equivalent models from other brands
- Vast Data Ceres
- Pure Storage Storage Flashblade S
Buying a used F600: what to check
Confirm minimum 3-node cluster purchase, verify back-end 100GbE QSFP28 clustering cables, inspect all 24 NVMe SSD bays, and verify OneFS license activation.
FAQ
What drive type does the PowerScale F600 use?
It utilizes up to 24 direct-attached NVMe PCIe SSDs per 1U chassis for ultra-fast unstructured data access.
What network speeds are supported on the F600?
Dual 100GbE or 25GbE QSFP28 ports for both client front-end and private node back-end clustering fabrics.
Buying or selling F600?
New, refurbished or used. Tell us the quantity and condition and we connect you with a vetted reseller in your region, usually within one working day.
Sources
- Dell PowerScale F600 Spec Sheet, checked 2026-10-27