THE STORNADO F16
- 2U, 16 Bay All-Flash U.3 NVMe SATA SAS Server
- Transfer Speeds of up to 55 GB/s and 8,000,000 IOPS.
- Designed for Open-Source Software



Stornado F16: High Performance, All-Flash Server for the Enterprise
Legacy Proprietary Storage
- Enterprise-Grade Reliability
- Single-PO Purchasing
- Comprehensive Support
- Vendor Lock-In
- Limited Flexibility
- Uncertain Contract Renewals
- High Total Cost of Ownership
DIY Offshore Hardware
- Low Initial Cost
- Open-Source Software Compatible
- Cost-Effective for DIY
- Unknown Build Quality
- Hardware-Only Sales
- Minimal Support
- High Project Risk
- Requires Specialized Knowledge
45Drives Stornado F16
- Tightly Integrated Hardware & Software
- Ultra-Fast Performance (55 GB/s, 8M IOPS)
- Zero Vendor Lock-In
- Enterprise Support & Reliability
- Open-Source Foundation
- Direct Wire Architecture
The standalone server market offers a range of viable options, each with its own pros and cons. Legacy storage vendors deliver enterprise-grade reliability and high-density storage, bundled with single-PO purchasing for hardware, service, and more. However, their proprietary nature locks customers in, limiting flexibility and introducing uncertainty at contract renewal time. On the other end of the spectrum, offshore-built hardware options are inexpensive but come with unknown build quality and are typically sold as hardware-only with minimal support. While they can form the foundation for DIY solutions using open-source software — offering cost-effective, flexible setups with the long-term security of an open-source license — in the enterprise market, this often brings unacceptable project risks and demands maintaining specialized knowledge. 45Drives offers the best of both worlds, a one stop shop for tightly integrated hardware, software, and support, while providing the performance, flexibility, and zero lock-in that enterprises need. The Stornado F16 showcases this approach. It’s an ultra-fast, all-flash storage server built for optimal performance. Designed for organizations needing ultra-low latency, high throughput, and rapid data access, it delivers whopping transfer speeds of up to 55 GB/s and 8,000,000 IOPS.
Non-Proprietary
Free from Vendor Lock-In
Linux
Pre-Installed
Powerful CPU
Up to 64 Cores and 128 Threads Running at Up to 3.1 GHz
Up to 1.53TB ECC DDR5 Memory
Massive Memory Support for Mission-Critical Applications
Toolless & Caddieless
Drive Access
245TBs
Max Raw SSD Capacity
Direct Wire Architecture
Direct Connection Between Drive and System
Tri-Mode Backplane
Supports U.3 NVMe, SATA, or SAS Drives
Busbar Power Delivery
For Efficient and Organized Power Management
Optimized for 15mm Drives
Pack in More Storage
Mitigate Risk
Open-source hardware eliminates vendor lock-in and provides you with complete control over your infrastructure. This approach reduces long-term risks and allows for greater flexibility as your needs change over time.

Direct Wire Architecture
Superior performance with direct connections between drives and the system. This architecture eliminates bottlenecks and maximizes data throughput for demanding workloads that require ultra-low latency and high-speed data access.

Enterprise Storage Drives
If your operations depend on reliable data storage or you can't afford the risk of drive failures, enterprise hard drives and solid-state drives are worth considering. Designed from the ground up for long-term durability and consistent performance under heavy workloads, they offer a level of reliability that consumer-grade drives often can't match.
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The Industry's Best Support
45Drives is your single point of accountability for open-source solutions, proudly supported from both the United States and Canada. Our North American-based team provides end-to-end expertise in hardware, software, networking, and application interfaces. We offer a wide range of support packages—from basic hardware troubleshooting to fully managed, white-glove service with 24/7 emergency response. Whether you're in the planning phase, deep into deployment, or maintaining operations long term, our dual-country support presence ensures your success every step of the way.
Learn More45Drives Compliances
45Drives provides quality, security, and accessibility by ensuring compliance with key standards: TAA, NDAA, DISA STIG, Section 508, ISO 9001, and CMMC 2.0 Level 2. With these certifications, we meet international trade agreements, national security measures, stringent cybersecurity guidelines, and high-quality management standards.

TAA
Trade Agreements Act

NDAA
National Defense Authorization Act

DISA STIG
Defense Information Systems Agency STIG

Section 508
Section 508 Accessibility

ISO 9001
ISO 9001 Quality Management
CMMC 2.0 Level 2
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
Why Compliance Matters
These compliance standards ensure that our products meet the highest levels of security, quality, and accessibility required by government agencies and enterprise organizations. Our commitment to these standards demonstrates our dedication to providing reliable, secure, and accessible storage and virtualization solutions.