Promise Technology S150 user manual Key Features and Benefits, Features Benefits

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Chapter 1: Introduction

Key Features and Benefits

The following information offers an overview of the major features of your new Promise FastTrak S150 TX4.

Advanced Hardware Design

Features

Benefits

 

 

Supports 66MHz PCI bus

Allows maximum data transfers of up to

motherboards (automatically

266MB per second (133 MB/s in 33 MHz

backward compatible with

slot) over the bus to dramatically reduce the

33MHz PCI slots)

time to save and retrieve large files.

 

 

Supports:

Provides dramatic increase in drive

data striping (RAID 0),

performance and/or fault tolerant options.

mirroring (RAID 1), and

Offers performance customization and data

striping/mirroring (RAID 0+1)

rebuilds from the BIOS menu.

 

 

Supports Serial ATA

Burst data transfer rates up to 150MB/sec

from Serial ATA drives to boost overall

Specification

system performance.

 

 

 

Independent data channels

Drives can multiply their data transfer

performance when striped together and each

for Serial ATA drives

drive uses a separate data channel.

 

 

 

PCI Plug-n-Play, PCI

Easy to install; supports 4 Serial ATA drives

Interrupt sharing and

on the FastTrak S150 TX4 while still

coexists with motherboard

supporting 4 devices on motherboard ATA

IDE and SCSI controllers

controller.

 

 

Supports concurrent ATA

Drive workload is distributed in parallel

channel operation

between members of the array.

 

 

 

Allows multitasking during disk transfers that

Supports bus master

increase CPU efficiency. The CPU is free to

operation

process tasks during data transfers through

 

the PCI Bus to/from system memory.

 

 

Utilizes FastBuild™

Has “Auto Setup” option for quick and easy

automenu from the FastTrak

array builds.

S150 TX4 onboard BIOS

 

 

 

Displays status and error

Notifies user of possible errors and allows for

checking messages during

recovery of mirrored drive arrays directly

bootup

from FastBuild™.

 

 

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Promise Technology S150 user manual Key Features and Benefits, Features Benefits

S150 specifications

Promise Technology S150 is an advanced storage solution designed to meet the data management needs of modern businesses. This high-performance storage appliance is characterized by its scalability, reliability, and user-friendly management interface, making it an optimal choice for organizations looking to optimize their data storage strategies.

One of the standout features of the S150 is its support for multiple RAID levels, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10. This ensures that businesses can tailor their storage configurations based on their specific redundancy and performance requirements. The S150's software-defined storage capabilities provide flexibility in allocating resources, enabling organizations to manage their data efficiently and improve overall performance.

In terms of connectivity, the Promise S150 offers a range of options, including high-speed 10GbE and Fibre Channel interfaces. These technologies ensure that data transfer rates remain high, minimizing latency and allowing seamless access to applications and data. Additionally, the device supports hot-swappable drives, allowing users to replace or upgrade components without downtime, further enhancing productivity.

The management of the S150 is simplified through the Promise Management software, which provides intuitive controls and monitoring capabilities. Users can easily configure storage settings, monitor performance metrics, and maintain data integrity using the built-in tools. The software's graphical user interface makes it straightforward even for those without extensive IT experience, reducing the administrative burden on staff.

Another notable characteristic of the S150 is its robust security features. It provides options for data encryption both at rest and in transit, ensuring that sensitive information is protected against unauthorized access. Advanced user authentication protocols further enhance security, making it suitable for enterprises dealing with confidential data.

The S150 is also designed with energy efficiency in mind. Its intelligent cooling system and power management features help to reduce overall energy consumption, which is crucial for organizations looking to lower operational costs and reduce their environmental impact.

In summary, Promise Technology S150 stands out in the storage market due to its combination of scalability, versatility, and robust management features. With its support for multiple RAID configurations, high-speed connectivity options, intuitive management software, and strong security protocols, the S150 is well-equipped to support the data demands of businesses today and into the future. It represents a reliable and efficient solution for those looking to enhance their data storage infrastructure.