Sun Microsystems 96257 manual MVC Sizer Tool

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Configuration Planning

MVC Sizer Tool

As shown in Figure 2-3, the MVC Sizer tool estimates the number of Multiple Volume Car- tridges (MVCs) required for a VSM installation at intervals of 90 days, 180 days, 270 days, one year, two years, and three years, based on mount activity and average file size.

The tool also reports estimated hours needed for daily reclaim activity, and the average number of MVCs to be added on a monthly basis after the first 90 days.

Figure 2-3. MVC Sizer Tool

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