Drive-Status Indicator Pattern

Condition

Off

Steady green

Green flashing (On 250 ms, Off 250 ms) Green flashing (On 400 ms, Off 100 ms) Amber flashing (On 150 ms, Off 150 ms)

The physical disk is:

•not yet discovered by the host server

•has been spun down for removal

•not supported for the RAID controller module or is not in the physical disk slot

NOTE: The drive status indicator remains off until all hard drives are initialized after system power is turned on. Drives are not ready for insertion or removal during this time.

Physical disk is online

Physical disk is being identified

Physical disk rebuilding

Physical disk failed

Flashing green, amber, and off (Green On

Physical disk failure predicted (SMART)

500 ms, Amber On 500 ms, Off 1000 ms)

 

Flashing green, amber, and off (Green 3

Physical disk rebuild aborted

seconds, amber 3 seconds, and off 3

 

seconds)

 

 

 

Power Supply and Cooling Fan Features

The MD3600f Series storage array includes two integrated, hot-swappable power supply/cooling fan modules. Both modules must be installed to ensure proper cooling. Each module contains two separate cooling fans. The system requires at least one of the cooling fans to function to avoid overheating.

A power supply/cooling fan module can be replaced without powering down the system. For information on removing and replacing the modules, see "Power Supply/Cooling Fan Module" on page 237.

CAUTION: A power supply/cooling fan module can be removed from a powered- on enclosure for a maximum period of 5 minutes. Beyond that time, the system may automatically shut down to prevent damage.

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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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