2.13Network Issues

When is it necessary to add a TCP/IP route?

By default, StorEdge creates a route for each connected subnet. StorEdge also allows for the configuration of a default gateway. The local routes are used to send packets to the attached subnets, and packets to all other IP addresses are sent via the default gateway. This configuration works for the vast majority of networks.

A manually configured TCP/IP route is required when packets for a particular network or host must travel through a particular network or gateway. This is usually necessary only in cases where there are complex (multiple subnet), disjoint (not connected to one another) networks attached to more than one interface on the StorEdge. A manual route can also be used for performance, where it is known that a particular network connection, other than the default gateway, is a faster route to a particular network location. An example of this is when mirroring is used, and a private connection is desired to a mirror system on another subnet.

How do I manually add a TCP/IP route?

1.To access this functionality, access the StorEdge via Telnet.

2.Press enter at the [menu] prompt and enter the administrator password.

3.Select option A, “Host name and Network”.

4.Select option 2, “Manage Routes”.

5.Select option 1, “Add route”

6.Select option 1, “Edit”

7.Select either Host, Network, Host Gateway or Network Gateway.

A host route defines a route to a particular host; likewise a network route defines a route to a network. The gateway designation specifies that this route defines an external router or gateway that should already be reachable via other defined or default routes. When the Host or Network route is used without the gateway designation, any gateway argument will be ignored, and a local NIC will be used as the gateway for this route.

Note – The list of routes displayed in this menu are only the user-defined static routes. The

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5310 NAS specifications

Sun Microsystems, known for its innovative computing solutions, launched the Sun 5310 Network Attached Storage (NAS) system, which marked a significant advancement in the realm of storage solutions in the early 2000s. The 5310 NAS was designed to provide high-performance, reliable, and scalable storage tailored for enterprise environments.

One of the standout features of the Sun 5310 NAS is its file-serving capabilities, which support multiple protocols, notably NFS (Network File System) and CIFS (Common Internet File System). This dual-protocol support allowed organizations to seamlessly integrate the NAS into diverse IT ecosystems, facilitating interoperability between UNIX, Linux, and Windows systems. The enhanced file-sharing capabilities made it an ideal solution for businesses with mixed operating environments.

The Sun 5310 NAS incorporates cutting-edge technologies to ensure high availability and data integrity. The system utilized a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) technology, providing various RAID levels to protect against data loss while optimizing performance. Additionally, the device featured hot-swappable drives, enabling maintenance and upgrades with minimal downtime, a crucial factor for business continuity.

Equipped with advanced management software, the Sun 5310 NAS offered users an intuitive interface for monitoring storage health and performance. This software included comprehensive reporting functionalities that allowed IT administrators to oversee usage patterns and capacity planning efficiently.

Scalability was another defining characteristic of the Sun 5310 NAS. The system could easily expand with additional storage modules, accommodating the growing needs of an organization without the necessity for complete system overhauls. This flexibility ensured that businesses could adapt their storage solutions to meet evolving data storage needs without incurring significant costs or disruptions.

In terms of performance, the Sun 5310 NAS featured high I/O throughput achieved through its robust hardware architecture and optimized file serving capabilities. This performance baseline was crucial for organizations that relied on heavy data workloads and required rapid access to information.

In summary, the Sun 5310 NAS from Sun Microsystems embodied a forward-thinking approach to network storage, blending reliability, scalability, and multi-protocol support. Its user-friendly management software, combined with the robustness of RAID technology and hot-swappable drives, made it a preferred choice for enterprises looking to streamline their storage infrastructure while safeguarding critical data.
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