Important – This will delete all previously defined quotas. If quotas are enabled in the future, all quotas must be redefined.

Note – Deleting directories also deletes the DTQ set for that directory.

This functionality is also available from the StorEdge CLI.

1.To access the StorEdge CLI, connect to the StorEdge via Telnet or serial console.

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

3.At the CLI, enter quotaoff /<volumename>

What’s the difference between a hard quota and a soft quota?

A hard quota cannot be exceeded and will return an error upon any attempt to write.

A soft quota may be exceeded temporarily, for a period of seven days. After the seven days, writes from this user will no longer be allowed.

How does the default quota work?

The default quota is applied to all new users. It is a means to define a per volume quota limit for all current and future users. By default, this quota is unlimited. For specific instructions on how to set the default quota, please refer to the FAQ, “How do I configure user and group quotas?”

2.27Checkpoint Configuration

What are checkpoints?

A checkpoint, otherwise known as a consistency spot (or c-spot), is a virtual read- only copy of a primary file volume. While the file volume remains in read/write operation, all data existing at the time the checkpoint was created remains available. Checkpoints are used to retrieve mistakenly modified or deleted files, and to stabilize backups. It is important to note that a checkpoint is a virtual, or imaginary, copy of the file volume. It is not an online backup. If the file volume is lost, so are all

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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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