Enterprise Management Window

The EMW provides high-level management of storage arrays. When you start MDSM, the EMW opens. The EMW has these tabs:

•Devices tab—Provides information about the storage arrays.

•Setup tab—Presents the initial setup tasks that guide you through adding storage arrays and configuring alerts.

The Devices tab has a Tree view on the left side of the window that shows discovered storage arrays, unidentified storage arrays, and the status conditions for the storage arrays. Discovered storage arrays are managed by MDSM. Unidentified storage arrays are available to MDSM but not configured for management. The right side of the Devices tab has a Table view that shows detailed information for each storage array.

In the EMW, you can:

•Discover hosts and managed storage arrays on the local sub-network.

•Manually add and remove hosts and storage arrays.

•Locate the storage arrays.

•Name or rename discovered storage arrays.

•Add storage array comments to the Table view.

•Sort rows in the Table view according to different criteria.

•Store your EMW view preferences and configuration data in local configuration files. The next time you open the EMW, data from the local configuration files is used to show customized view and preferences.

•Monitor the status of managed storage arrays and indicate status using appropriate icons.

•Add or remove management connections.

•Configure alert notifications for all selected storage arrays through e-mail or SNMP traps.

•Report critical events to the configured alert destinations.

•Launch the AMW for a selected storage array.

•Run a script to perform batch management tasks on specific storage arrays.

•Import the operating system theme settings into the MDSM.

•Upgrade firmware on multiple storage arrays concurrently.

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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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