You are about to add this new extension segment to this file volume. Doing so will increase the free space of the volume. This will only take a moment during which the file volume will remain in operation.

ONCE THE EXTENSION IS ATTACHED TO THE FILE VOLUME, IT CANNOT BE DETACHED. THIS IS AN IRREVERSIBLE OPERATION. BE SURE!

17.Select option “1”, “Edit choice” to return to the previous screen, or option “7”, “Proceed” to continue with the attachment.

This functionality is also available through the StorEdge Web Admin.

To access these settings, log in, and navigate to File Volume Operations/Create File Volumes. All of the options described above are available.

How do I rename an existing volume?

1.Access the StorEdge via Telnet or serial console.

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

3.Select option “D”, “Disks and Volumes”.

4.Enter the letter corresponding to the system drive that contains the volume to be renamed.

5.Enter the number corresponding to the volume that is to be renamed.

6.Select option “3”, “Rename”.

7.Type a unique name for the new volume name in the Name box. Up to 12 characters can be used; however the first character must be a letter. Valid characters include alphanumeric (a - z, A - Z, 0 - 9) and "_" (underscore) characters. This is case sensitive it s recommended to always use lower case as this will make addition of extensions and shares much easier.

8.Select option “7”, “Proceed with rename”.

This functionality is also available through the StorEdge Web Admin.

To access these settings, log in, and navigate to File Volume Operations/Edit Properties. Simply change the name and click “Apply”.

How do I delete an existing volume?

1.Access the StorEdge via Telnet or serial console.

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

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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.