Using Remote Replication

Primary and Secondary Virtual Disk Pairs . . . .	179
Using Remote Replication
With Other Features	180
Storage Partitioning With
Remote Replication	180
Snapshot Virtual Disk With
Remote Replication	181
Virtual Disk Copy With Remote Replication . . .	181
Virtual Disk Expansion With
Remote Replication	181
Required Switch Zoning Configurations	182
Zoning Guidelines for Remote Replication . . . .	182
Switch Cascading	182
Journaling File Systems and
Remote Replication	183
Setting Up and Managing
Remote Replication	183
Activating the Remote Replication Premium
Feature and Creating
Replication Virtual Disks	184
Activating and Creating Replication
Repository Virtual Disks From
the Storage Array	184
Activating and Creating Replication
Repository Virtual Disks From an
Existing Disk Group	185
Creating a Remote Replication	186
Selecting the Secondary Virtual Disk	187
Setting the Write Mode	187
Setting Synchronization Priority and
Synchronization Method	188
Completing the Remote Replication	189
RAID Controller Module
Ownership/Preferred Path	190
Viewing Information About a Remote
Replication or Replication
Repository Virtual Disk	190

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MD3600f, MD3620F 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.

Dell MD3600f, MD3620F owner manual Using Remote Replication

Models: MD3600f MD3620F

MD3600f, MD3620F specifications