NOTE: The functionality and actions in NAS Manager are dynamic and are available as determined by the permissions allocated to each user.

NOTE: You can log on to either the CLI or the NAS Manager at a time. It is highly recommended that you do not attempt to log on to both the CLI and NAS Manager at the same time.

Search Bar

When a page contains a table of items, the Search bar is displayed and allows you to quickly find the relevant lines.

Each table displays up to 50 lines at a time. If more than 50 lines are available, they are split into multiple pages with 50 lines per page. You can move from one page to another by using the relevant buttons in the Search bar.

You can change the order a table is sorted by clicking on the column title. Click once to change the sorting order to ascending and click again to change the sorting order to descending.

The NAS Manager Search bar, located beside the page title, displays the following items.

Table 3-2. The NAS Manager Search Bar Options

Option

Icon

Description

 

Description

 

 

 

 

Search filter field

N/A

Enter the string you want to use in the

 

 

search. All text columns in the table are then

 

 

searched.

Search button

N/A

Press this button after entering a search

 

 

string to filter the table.

Go to first page

<

Press this button to go to the first page of

 

 

data.

Go to previous page

<

Press this button to go to the previous page of

 

 

data.

Current page number

N/A

This field shows the current page number.

 

 

You can modify this field and press <Enter>

 

 

to quickly switch to a specific page.

Go to next page

>

Press this button to go to the next page of data.

Go to last page

>

Press this button to go to the last page of

 

 

data.

 

 

 

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Dell NX3500 manual NAS Manager Search Bar Options Icon Description

NX3500 specifications

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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.

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