Table 19-3. Additional Status Icons

Status

Icon

Description

 

 

 

Adding a Storage

 

The Contacting Storage Array icon is shown in

Array

 

the Tree view and Table view until the current

 

 

status of each managed storage array is known.

 

 

The Contacting Storage Array icon is shown in

 

 

the EMW Status Bar and the AMW Status Bar

 

 

and the tooltip shows Contacting Storage arrays.

 

 

As each storage array is contacted, its current status

 

 

is obtained and shown in the Tree view and Table

 

 

view. The applicable statuses are the Optimal,

 

 

Needs Attention, Fixing, or Unresponsive.

Adding a Storage

 

No problems were encountered while adding the

Array OK

 

storage array.

 

 

MDSM software continues to check for any

 

 

status change events.

Adding a Storage

 

Displayed only when an error occurs.

Array Error

 

 

 

 

 

NOTE: MDSM may take a few minutes to update a status change to Unresponsive or from Unresponsive. A status change from or to Unresponsive depends on the network link to the storage array. All other status change updates faster.

Storage Array Support Data

You can gather various types of inventory, status, and performance data that can help troubleshoot any problem with the storage array. All the files are compressed into a single archive in a zipped-file format. You can forward the archive file to your Technical Support representative for troubleshooting and further analysis.

To generate the support data report:

1In the AMW, perform one of these actions:

•Select Advanced→ Troubleshooting → Support Data → Collect.

•Select the Support tab, and click Gather Support Information. The Collect All Support Data window is displayed.

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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.

Scalability is another hallmark of these storage solutions. The MD3600F allows users to scale up to 120 drives, providing robust capacity to meet growing data needs. The MD3620F is engineered for environments where data availability and speed are paramount, with support for high IOPS (Input/Output Operations Per Second) and consistent performance under stress.

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.

Reliability is crucial for businesses that depend on their storage systems. The MD3620F and MD3600F come equipped with advanced data protection mechanisms, such as RAID support, which safeguards against data loss, and snapshot capabilities that provide point-in-time copies of data. Moreover, these solutions include hot-swappable components, ensuring minimal downtime for maintenance and repairs.

Connectivity is also a strong suit of these storage arrays. They support multiple connectivity options, including SAS and iSCSI, allowing for flexible integration into existing IT infrastructures. This adaptability enhances their appeal to a wide range of enterprise environments.

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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