Viewing the Properties Pane

The Properties pane is a view-only display of the physical and logical characteristics of a single virtual disk in a replicated pair, or a single replication repository virtual disk.

To view the Properties pane:

1In the AMW, select the Logical tab.

2Select either the primary or secondary virtual disk of the replicated pair.

The Properties pane shows properties for the selected virtual disk. Under Replication properties, the Replication status displays the synchronization status of the replicated pair. When the primary and secondary virtual disks are synchronizing, the Replication status shows a synchronizing icon see "Virtual Disk Status Icons" on page 194).

Viewing Logical Elements of the Secondary Virtual Disk

To view the logical elements of the secondary virtual disk of a remote replication:

1In the AMW of the local storage array, select the Logical tab.

2Right-click the secondary virtual disk of the remote replication.

3Select View Associated Logical Elements.

The View Associated Logical Elements pop-up is displayed, revealing these logical elements:

Primary and secondary virtual disks and their locations

Replication repository virtual disks and their locations

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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.