3Matrice de stockage série MD3600f

REMARQUE : avant d'allumer le(s) serveur(s) hôte, assurez-vous que le voyant d'état de la matrice de stockage est bleu.

4Serveur(s) hôte

Installation du cadre

Installez le cadre (en option).

Installation de cartes HBA et de pilotes

REMARQUE : consultez le document Configuring Fibre Channel With the

Dell MD3600f Series Storage Array (Configuration Fibre Channel avec la matrice de stockage Dell série MD3600f) avant de continuer. Pour des instructions détaillées sur l'installation du logiciel MD Storage, la configuration du boîtier, et les tâches de post-installation, voir le Guide de déploiement.

1Installez physiquement les cartes HBA.

2Connectez les câbles.

3Installez les pilotes HBA et les correctifs du système d'exploitation HBA.

4Assurez-vous que les paramètres HBA recommandés sont appliqués.

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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.