6对于自动配置,将显示 RAID Level and Capacity RAID 级别和容量) 窗口。

7Select RAID level (选择 RAID 级别)中选择相应的 RAID 级别。您 可以选择 RAID 级别 01/106 5

根据所选 RAID 级别, Select capacity (选择容量)表中将显示可用于 选定 RAID 级别的物理磁盘。

8Select Capacity (选择容量)表中,选择相关的磁盘组容量,然后 单击 Finish (完成)。

9对于手动配置,将显示 Manual Physical Disk Selection (手动物理磁 盘选择)。

10Select RAID level (选择 RAID 级别)中选择相应的 RAID 级别。您 可以选择 RAID 级别 01/106 5

根据所选 RAID 级别, Unselected physical disks (未选定的物理磁盘) 表中将显示可用于选定 RAID 级别的物理磁盘。

11Unselected physical disks (未选定的物理磁盘)表中,选择相应的 物理磁盘,然后单击 Add (添加)。

注:通过按住 <Ctrl> <Shift> 并选择附加物理磁盘,可同时选择多个 物理磁盘。

12要查看新磁盘组的容量,请单击 Calculate Capacity (计算容量)。

13单击 Finish (完成)。

此时将显示一则信息,提示您已成功创建磁盘组且必须至少创建一个 虚拟磁盘,然后才能使用新磁盘组的容量。有关创建虚拟磁盘的详细 信息,请参阅第 92 页上的 创建虚拟磁盘

定位磁盘组

您可以物理定位并标识组成选定磁盘组的所有物理磁盘。磁盘组中每个物 理磁盘的 LED 都会闪烁。

定位磁盘组:

1AMW 中,选择 Logical (逻辑)选项卡。

2选择相应的磁盘组,然后从工具栏中选择 Disk Group (磁盘组)

Blink (闪烁)

此时选定磁盘组的 LED 将闪烁。

3定位磁盘组后,单击 OK (确定)。

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Dell MD3620F, MD3600f manual Blink (闪烁), 此时选定磁盘组的 Led 将闪烁。 定位磁盘组后,单击 Ok (确定)。

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.