Deleting a Virtual Disk From a Replicated Pair in a Storage Array

Follow these steps to delete either a primary virtual disk, a secondary virtual disk, or both virtual disks from a replicated pair in a storage array.

NOTE: Do not remove a replication relationship to back up a replicated virtual disk. To perform backups of either the primary virtual disk or the secondary virtual disk, suspend the remote virtual disk replication so that the replication relationship is not broken.

Deleting a Primary Virtual Disk

CAUTION: Depending on which premium features are enabled on the storage array, deleting a primary virtual disk may delete all associated virtual disks, resulting in a possible loss of data on those virtual disks.

NOTE: You cannot delete a primary virtual disk while it is synchronizing.

When a primary virtual disk is deleted from a remote virtual disk replication, the following occurs:

•The primary virtual disk is deleted from the storage array.

NOTE: The virtual disk is permanently deleted from the storage array and all data on the primary virtual disk is permanently lost.

•The replication relationship breaks.

•The capacity of the deleted virtual disk becomes unconfigured free capacity in the storage array and is available for creation of new virtual disks.

•The secondary virtual disk becomes a regular, standard virtual disk and is can accept both reads and writes.

•For instructions on how to delete a primary virtual disk, go to Deleting a Primary Virtual Disk in a Replicated Pair from a Storage Array online help topic.

Configuration: Premium Feature— Remote Replication

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MD3620F, MD3600f specifications

Dell's MD3620F and MD3600F storage arrays are designed for businesses seeking dependable, high-performance storage solutions tailored to meet the demands of modern data management. These models offer a blend of scalability, efficiency, and advanced features, making them well-suited for a range of applications, from virtual environments to critical database operations.

One of the primary features of the MD3620F and MD3600F is their support for a hybrid storage architecture. This approach allows organizations to combine flash storage with traditional hard disk drives (HDDs) to optimize performance and cost. The MD3620F focuses heavily on all-flash configurations, delivering exceptional speed and lower latency, ideal for I/O-intensive workloads.

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In terms of data management, both systems integrate with Dell’s proprietary software, which enhances operational efficiency through features like automated tiering. This technology optimizes data placement between different storage types based on access frequency, ensuring that hot data is readily available while reducing costs associated with less critical data.

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In summary, the Dell MD3620F and MD3600F stand out as robust storage solutions with a combination of hybrid and all-flash configurations, scalability, advanced data management tools, and enhanced reliability features. These characteristics make them ideal for organizations looking to enhance their data storage capabilities while maintaining high performance and efficiency.
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