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5Select Advanced, and click Next.

The Specify Names window is displayed.

6Enter the Snapshot visual disk name and the Snapshot repository virtual disk name and click Next.

The Allocate Capacity window is displayed.

7In the Capacity allocation area, select:

•Free capacity on same disk group as base (recommended)

•Free capacity on different disk group

•Unconfigured capacity (create new disk group)

8Enter the snapshot repository virtual disks capacity as a percentage of the source virtual disks capacity and click Next.

The Specify Virtual Disk Parameters window is displayed.

9In the Snapshot virtual disk parameters area, select the relevant mapping option, you can select:

•Automatic

•Map later with Storage Partition

10In the Snapshot repository virtual disk parameters area, enter the system behavior when:

•The snapshot repository virtual disk is full to the selected percentage level.

•The snapshot repository virtual disk is full.

11Click Next.

The Preview window containing the summary of the snapshot virtual disk is displayed.

12Click Finish.

The Completed window is displayed.

13Click OK.

14In the Mappings tab, assign mappings between the snapshot virtual disk and the host that accesses the snapshot virtual disk.

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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.