After you have successfully configured these settings, you will be able to publish shares to ADS using the SMB/CIFS shares menu. Please refer to the FAQ “How do I create SMB shares?” for details on this procedure.

This functionality is also available through the StorEdge Web Admin. This functionality is also available through the StorEdge Web Admin.

1.To use the Web Admin, connect with a Web browser to http://<hostname or IP address of your StorEdge>.

2.Click “Grant” or “Yes” to accept any Java software authorization windows and you will reach the login screen.

3.Type the administrator password to access the administration interface.

4.Navigate to Windows Configuration/Configure Domains and Workgroups. All of the above described settings can be configured therein.

What are the limitations of Workgroup mode?

Workgroup mode on theSun StorEdge 5310 NAS also implies use of what Microsoft calls “Share-level Security.” In this mode, user tokens are not used, and ACL data cannot be written or read. Resources are accessed as a particular UID/GID combination assigned to each share. Shares are secured by password only, rather than by a username/password combination.

Only NFS style permissions are possible. This mode is intended for only for use with a small number of clients with very low security requirements, such as temporary file transfer, or a small number of servers in a physically secure NFS environment. If there is any requirement for security, or storage of individual user data, Windows domain mode is strongly recommended.

Does StorEdge support Domain Local Groups?

No. StorEdge does not allow files and folders to be secured with local group accounts, including Domain Local Groups. Only Domain Global groups are supported.

Can StorEdge serve as a domain controller in a Windows Domain?

No. The primary purpose of StorEdge is to provide dedicated file service. We provide pass-through authentication to existing domain controllers and Active Directory servers.

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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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