When you're operating in defense, aerospace, or edge environments, failure isn't an option. Systems must perform under vibration, shock, and temperature extremes, conditions where typical servers break down.

That's why Radeus Labs developed the Hypervisor, a ruggedized 2U virtualization platform built to MIL-STD-810G standards. It's designed to deliver the stability, compute power, and serviceability mission-critical teams depend on.

But raw performance isn't the only challenge. Virtualization workloads also demand dense, flexible, and easily serviceable storage. Without it, even the most powerful platform can hit a wall.

ICY DOCK's Technical Support, Anthony Tran, explains:
"The MB998IP/SP-B enclosure is purpose-built for scenarios like Radeus Labs' Hypervisor. By delivering hot-swappable density in such a compact footprint, it ensures their customers get the reliability and scalability they need without sacrificing ruggedness."

To meet these requirements, the Hypervisor pairs advanced compute hardware with ICY DOCK's ToughArmor MB998IP-B, delivering the perfect balance of power and storage flexibility.

Hypervisor Core Features

• Dual Intel Xeon processors for uncompromising compute power
• Up to 2TB registered ECC DDR5 memory for stable multi-VM workloads
• VMware ESXi pre-installed for rapid deployment and management
• Redundant 1600 W power supplies for hardware resilience
• Qty 8 SSDs in a Hardware Raid for performance and resilience
• High-speed networking via dual 10 Gb copper and quad 25 Gb fiber NICs
• Optional GPU integration for compute-intensive graphical applications or Virtual workstations

Real-World Applications

• Defense & Aerospace: ruggedized virtualization for command, control, and satellite communications
• Industrial Automation: scalable VM hosting for data collection, monitoring, and control systems
• Edge Computing: compact density for remote, transportable deployments
• Data Centers & Virtualization Clusters: streamlined storage consolidation with simplified hot-swap serviceability

The Challenge: Mission-Critical, High-Density Storage

Traditional servers often fall short when it comes to balancing compute with high-density storage, especially in the field. Downtime for maintenance, limited storage expansion, and lack of rugged reliability all create unacceptable risks for mission-critical deployments.

The Solution: ICY DOCK MB998IP-B

The Hypervisor overcomes these limitations with the ICY DOCK ToughArmor MB998IP-B. This ultra-compact enclosure fits eight external 2.5" SAS/SATA bays into a single 5.25" slot, connected via a Mini-SAS HD (SFF-8643) interface for high throughput and streamlined cabling.

Key Advantages

• High-Density Storage: Eight bays in one 5.25" slot for maximum VM scalability
• Hot-Swappable Maintenance: Drives can be swapped or upgraded instantly without downtime
• Reduced Cabling: All eight bays are connected using 2 x Mini-SAS HD connectors, reducing cable congestion
• Rugged Durability: Full-metal construction guarantees long-term reliability
• Active Cooling: Dual 40 mm fans protect dense drive arrays from heat stress
• Simplified Serviceability: Front-access trays make RAID rebuilds fast and efficient
• Mission-Ready Decommissioning: Drives can be quickly removed after a mission, ensuring fast and reliable data offloading for end users

By integrating the ToughArmor MB998IP-B, Radeus Labs' Hypervisor delivers more than rugged compute power, it provides a fully optimized virtualization platform. With scalable, hot-swappable storage wrapped in rugged durability, the solution enables organizations to deploy adaptable, always-on infrastructure across the harshest environments.