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Dell MD3000 owner manual Overview, Enclosure Features, About Your System

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About Your System

The Dell™ PowerVault™ MD3000 is a 3U rack-mounted external Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) enclosure capable of accommodating up to 15 3.0-Gbps, Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS) disks. The RAID enclosure can be daisy-chained with up to two additional MD1000 expansion units, providing access to a maximum of 45 disks in the entire storage array. Connectivity between the RAID enclosure and the host server is provided by Dell SAS 5/E Host Bus Adapters (HBAs).

Overview

The RAID enclosure is designed for high availability, offering redundant access to data storage. It features dual active/active RAID controller modules, redundant power supplies, and redundant fans. The RAID enclosure is designed for high-performance environments: two-node clusters or multi- host storage access for up to four servers.

Storage management can be either in-band through the SAS connection, or out-of-band using an Ethernet connection.

NOTE: Dell recommends that you configure your MD3000 to use both in-band and out-of-band management paths. Establishing all management connections to a RAID enclosure provides additional paths in the case of a management connection failure.

Enclosure Features

Features include:

•Direct-connect support for fully redundant, two-node Microsoft® Windows® Clusters

•Support for up to four Windows, SUSE®, or Red Hat® Linux® host servers

•U chassis for rack mounting

•Two redundant, hot-pluggable RAID controller modules in one of two supported configurations:

–Dual RAID controller modules with single SAS In port connectors on each controller

–Dual RAID controller modules with dual SAS In port connectors on each controller

•Two redundant, hot-pluggable power supply/fan modules

•512 MB of mirrored cache on each RAID controller module

•Battery backup unit in each RAID controller module that protects against cache data loss for up to 72 hours

•Support for up to 45 3.5" SAS physical disks

•Support for up to 255 virtual disks

About Your System

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MD3000 specifications

The Dell MD3000 is a renowned storage area network (SAN) solution recognized for its flexibility, scalability, and high performance. Designed to meet the demands of small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and enterprise environments, the MD3000 offers a plethora of features that enhance data management and storage capabilities.

One of the standout features of the MD3000 is its modular design. This allows users to start with a basic configuration and expand their storage capacity as their needs grow. The system can support up to 30 drives, including both SATA and SAS drives, giving users the ability to optimize cost and performance based on their specific requirements. With support for a diverse range of drive types, the MD3000 ensures that businesses can implement a storage solution that aligns perfectly with their performance and budgetary needs.

The MD3000 leverages advanced technologies to deliver exceptional performance and reliability. It is equipped with Intelligent Disk Pools that optimize the allocation of data across drives, ensuring improved access speeds and overall system efficiency. This dynamic management of data not only enhances performance but also extends the lifespan of the storage devices.

Data protection is another critical component of the MD3000. The system features various RAID configurations, allowing users to choose the level of redundancy that suits their operational requirements. Additionally, robust snapshot capabilities help businesses create point-in-time copies of their data, enabling quick recovery in case of data loss or corruption.

Connectivity options are abundant with the MD3000. It supports both iSCSI and Fibre Channel, providing users the flexibility to integrate it seamlessly into existing network infrastructures. This adaptability makes it an attractive option for organizations looking to modernize their storage systems without overhauling their entire architecture.

Furthermore, the MD3000 is equipped with a user-friendly management interface. The GUI enables quick provisioning and monitoring of storage resources while providing insightful analytics and alerts, allowing IT teams to maintain optimal performance with ease.

In summary, the Dell MD3000 is a highly versatile and efficient storage solution that meets diverse organizational needs. Its scalable architecture, advanced features, and strong support for data protection and management make it an ideal choice for businesses aiming to enhance their storage capabilities while ensuring reliability and performance. Whether for virtualization, database management, or general storage needs, the MD3000 stands out as an excellent investment in enterprise storage technology.