Chapter 4: Management with WebPAM PROe

Enclosure Settings

The Enclosure–Settings tab enables you to make settings for certain components of the VTrak subsystem enclosure. To make Enclosure settings:

1.Click the Subsystem icon in Tree View.

2.Click on the Enclosures icon.

3.Click on the Enclosure icon.

4.Click on the Settings tab in Management View.

5.Enter a polling interval (15 to 255 seconds) in the Polling Interval field.

6.Enter a value in the Enclosure Warning Temperature Threshold field.

7.Enter a value in the Enclosure Critical Temperature Threshold field.

8.Enter a value in the Controller Warning Temperature Threshold field.

9.Enter a value in the Controller Critical Temperature Threshold field.

10.Click the Submit button.

The changes take effect immediately.

FRU VPD

The Enclosure–FRU VPD tab displays Vital Product Data (VPD) information about Field Replaceable Units (FRU) in the VTrak subsystem enclosure, including:

Controller Motherboard

Battery Backup Unit (BBU)

Cooling Units

Power Supply Units

Back Plane

Use this information when communicating with Technical Support and when ordering replacement units. For contact information, see “Contact Technical Support” on page 239.

To access Controller information:

1.Click the Subsystem icon in Tree View.

2.Click on the Enclosures icon.

3.Click on the Enclosure icon.

4.Click on the FRU VPD tab in Management View.

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Promise Technology m310p, m210p, VTrak external disk array subsystem manual Enclosure Settings, Fru Vpd

m210p, VTrak external disk array subsystem, m310p specifications

Promise Technology has established itself as a strong player in the storage solutions market, particularly with its VTrak series of storage systems. Among the notable products in this lineup are the VTrak M310P and M210P models, designed to deliver efficiency, scalability, and high performance for businesses of all sizes.

The Promise VTrak M310P is a high-performance storage solution that emphasizes speed and versatility. This model supports both SAS and SATA drives, enabling enterprises to tailor their storage needs based on workload requirements. It is built with an advanced RAID engine that provides multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, ensuring data redundancy and protection against drive failures. The M310P can accommodate up to 96TB of raw storage when fully populated, catering to environments that require large amounts of data retention and quick access times.

Key features of the VTrak M310P include the intuitive management interface, which simplifies storage provisioning and monitoring. This model also incorporates Promise's innovative "HyperRAID" technology, which enhances performance by optimizing I/O operations and providing real-time analytics and reporting. Additionally, the M310P supports a variety of host connection interfaces, including iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and InfiniBand, allowing seamless integration into existing infrastructure.

On the other hand, the VTrak M210P is tailored for a slightly different audience, focusing on small to medium-sized businesses that require reliable and cost-effective storage solutions. The M210P retains several high-end features found in its bigger counterpart while offering a more budget-friendly option. This model also supports a mix of SAS and SATA drives and includes RAID capabilities similar to the M310P for data protection.

The M210P provides a robust set of management tools designed for ease of use, including automated alerts and comprehensive reporting capabilities. Its compact design and reliable performance make it ideal for remote office locations or data centers where space is a premium. Furthermore, the model incorporates advanced power management features to reduce energy consumption without compromising performance.

Both the M310P and M210P are built with scalability in mind, allowing businesses to easily expand their storage capacity as data needs grow. With a focus on durability, performance, and advanced technology, Promise Technology’s VTrak systems are well-positioned to meet the evolving demands of modern data storage. Whether for large enterprises or smaller organizations, these products offer solutions that enhance productivity and ensure data integrity.