Checkpoints can be set up automatically or manually. If an automatic schedule is selected then day and time information must be configured for these checkpoints to occur. Checkpoints have a negative effect on system performance. This effect increases as checkpoints are added. Use them judiciously.

To create automatic checkpoints, select “Yes” to “Automatic” and fill in each of the fields listed below:

■Description – Enter a short description of the checkpoint. This is a mandatory field.

■Days – Select the days on which you want the checkpoint to be created. Enter a “Y” for each day that is scheduled. The space bar will leave current data in tact and skip to next day. [Enter] key will skip to the next field.

■AM Hours – Select the AM hours at which you would like the checkpoint to be created. Enter a “Y” for hour that checkpoint will be taken. The space bar will leave current data in tact and skip to next hour. [Enter] key will skip to the next field.

■PM Hours – Select the PM hours at which you would like the checkpoint to be created. Enter a “Y” for hour that checkpoint will be taken. The space bar will leave current data intact and skip to next hour. [Enter] key will skip to the next field.

■Keep Days + Hours – Enter the number of days and hours the checkpoint will be retained. The Days box contains all integer values between 0 and 14, while the Hours box contains all integer values between 0 and 23. This is a mandatory field.

12.Select option “7”, “Save Changes” or press [Esc] to cancel

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.To set up scheduled checkpoints, navigate to File Volume Operations/Configure Checkpoints/Schedule Checkpoints. All options listed above are available.

To manage checkpoints, navigate to File Volume Operations/Configure Checkpoints/Manage Checkpoints. Buttons for Create, Remove and Rename are present, along with a list of current checkpoints. Remove and Rename are very straight forward.

To create a checkpoint, click create, and then select a volume from the pulldown menu. Define a name for the checkpoint, or a time at which it will be deleted. These two options are mutually exclusive.

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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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