Adding or Removing SNMP Trap Recipients

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Enabling or Disabling SNMP Traps

46

Managing the Health Scan Throttling Mode

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Viewing the Health Scan Throttling Mode

46

Changing the Health Scan Throttling Mode

47

Managing the Operation Mode

47

Viewing the Operation Mode

47

Changing the Operation Mode

47

Managing Client Connections

48

Displaying the Distribution of Clients between NAS Controllers

48

Viewing Clients Assigned to a NAS Controller

48

Assigning a Client to a NAS Controller

48

Unassigning a Client from a NAS Controller

48

Manually Migrating Clients to another NAS Controller

49

Failing Back Clients to Their Assigned NAS Controller

49

Rebalancing Client Connections across NAS Controllers

49

Shutting Down and Restarting NAS Controllers

50

Shutting Down the FluidFS Cluster

50

Starting Up the FluidFS Cluster

50

Rebooting a NAS Controller

50

Managing NAS Appliance and NAS Controller

51

Enabling or Disabling NAS Appliance and Controller Blinking

51

5 FluidFS 3.0 Networking

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Managing the Default Gateway

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Viewing the Default Gateway

53

Changing the Default Gateway

53

Managing DNS Servers and Suffixes

53

Viewing DNS Servers and Suffixes

54

Adding DNS Servers and Suffixes

54

Removing DNS Servers and Suffixes

54

Managing Static Routes

55

Viewing the Static Routes

55

Adding a Static Route

55

Changing the Target Subnet for a Static Route

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Changing the Gateway for a Static Route

56

Deleting a Static Route

56

Managing the Internal Network

57

Viewing the Internal Network IP Address

57

Changing the Internal Network IP Address

57

Managing the Client Networks

57

Viewing the Client Networks

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Dell NX3600, NX3500, NX3610 manual FluidFS 3.0 Networking

NX3500, NX3600, NX3610 specifications

The Dell NX series, including the NX3610, NX3600, and NX3500, represents a robust and efficient solution for organizations seeking to optimize their storage solutions. These storage appliances are designed to meet the growing needs of data-driven businesses, providing a comprehensive platform that integrates software and hardware for optimal performance.

The Dell NX3610 is a high-performance storage solution that boasts an advanced dual-controller architecture. This model supports enhanced scalability and redundancy, ensuring that organizations can handle increasing data loads effortlessly. It is built for faster data access with a range of connectivity options, including 10GbE and iSCSI, enabling seamless integration into diverse IT environments. The NX3610 supports advanced file sharing capabilities, making it ideal for businesses requiring efficient collaboration and data access across multiple platforms. Furthermore, with features like snapshot and replication, users can ensure data integrity and security, minimizing downtime in case of system failures.

The NX3600, while slightly smaller in capacity compared to the NX3610, still delivers formidable performance and flexibility. It is designed to cater to mid-sized businesses that need a reliable and cost-effective storage solution. The NX3600 features a single-controller architecture, making it easier to manage and deploy in smaller IT environments. It offers support for various storage protocols, including NFS and CIFS, which are essential for organizations looking to support diverse application workloads. Its easy-to-use management interface makes it simple for IT teams to monitor and configure settings, ensuring optimal performance with minimal effort.

The NX3500 serves as an entry-level model within the NX series, specifically targeted at small to medium-sized businesses. It combines affordability with essential features needed for efficient data storage and sharing. The NX3500 is equipped with a user-friendly interface and includes support for both file-based and block-based storage, offering flexibility for diverse workloads. Moreover, the appliance features integrated backup solutions, which are crucial for ensuring data safety and compliance. Users will also appreciate its robust data deduplication and compression capabilities that significantly reduce storage costs by minimizing the amount of data stored.

In summary, the Dell NX3610, NX3600, and NX3500 are engineered to cater to various business sizes and storage demands. With their sophisticated technologies, including dual-controller systems, rich protocol support, and user-friendly management features, these appliances deliver reliable, scalable, and efficient storage solutions for any organization looking to enhance its data management capabilities.