Promise Technology VTrak external disk array subsystem, m210p

Chapter 1: Introduction

Architectural Description

The VTrak M310p and M210p are Direct Attached Storage (DAS) subsystems. The subsystems support 1.5 Gb/s and 3.0 Gb/s SATA disk drives:

•VTrak M310p supports up to 12 disk drives in a 2U enclosure

•VTrak M210p supports up to 8 disk drives in a 2U enclosure

All M310p and M210p enclosures include a mid-plane, RAID controller, power and cooling units, and enclosure processor all in one cable-less chassis design. Multiple fans and power supplies provide redundancy to ensure continued usage during component failure. The RAID controller is hardware based and controls all logical drive functions transparently to the host system. VTrak appears to the computer’s operating system as a standard SCSI drive or drives.

Features and Benefits

Feature	Benefit

M310p and M210p: 2U 19-inch	Installs easily in any standard rackmount.
wide enclosure

Supports RAID levels 0, 1, 1E, 5, 6,	Allows system to be tuned for maximum
10, and 50	performance.

Supports online logical drive	Lets you add disk drives to an existing
(array) expansion	logical drive without interrupting data
	accessibility.

Supports online RAID migration	Allows you to convert a logical drive from
	one RAID level to another without
	interrupting data accessibility.

Supports Serial ATA drives	Allows you to use existing SATA disk drives.

Supports logical drive migration	Allow you to seamlessly move your existing
from other Promise RAID products	logical drives to VTrak without recreating
	them.

S.M.A.R.T. monitoring	Warns of disk drive degradation and
	potential failure.

Hardware-assisted XOR engine	High-speed parity calculation for parity type
	logical drives.

Supports SNMP (v2) CIM and	API-ready for enterprise management
WBEM standards	integration.

m210p, VTrak external disk array subsystem, m310p specifications

Promise Technology has established itself as a strong player in the storage solutions market, particularly with its VTrak series of storage systems. Among the notable products in this lineup are the VTrak M310P and M210P models, designed to deliver efficiency, scalability, and high performance for businesses of all sizes.

The Promise VTrak M310P is a high-performance storage solution that emphasizes speed and versatility. This model supports both SAS and SATA drives, enabling enterprises to tailor their storage needs based on workload requirements. It is built with an advanced RAID engine that provides multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, ensuring data redundancy and protection against drive failures. The M310P can accommodate up to 96TB of raw storage when fully populated, catering to environments that require large amounts of data retention and quick access times.

Key features of the VTrak M310P include the intuitive management interface, which simplifies storage provisioning and monitoring. This model also incorporates Promise's innovative "HyperRAID" technology, which enhances performance by optimizing I/O operations and providing real-time analytics and reporting. Additionally, the M310P supports a variety of host connection interfaces, including iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and InfiniBand, allowing seamless integration into existing infrastructure.

On the other hand, the VTrak M210P is tailored for a slightly different audience, focusing on small to medium-sized businesses that require reliable and cost-effective storage solutions. The M210P retains several high-end features found in its bigger counterpart while offering a more budget-friendly option. This model also supports a mix of SAS and SATA drives and includes RAID capabilities similar to the M310P for data protection.

The M210P provides a robust set of management tools designed for ease of use, including automated alerts and comprehensive reporting capabilities. Its compact design and reliable performance make it ideal for remote office locations or data centers where space is a premium. Furthermore, the model incorporates advanced power management features to reduce energy consumption without compromising performance.

Both the M310P and M210P are built with scalability in mind, allowing businesses to easily expand their storage capacity as data needs grow. With a focus on durability, performance, and advanced technology, Promise Technology’s VTrak systems are well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of modern data storage. Whether for large enterprises or smaller organizations, these products offer solutions that enhance productivity and ensure data integrity.