a.To run the Recovery Guru, select the Recovery Guru toolbar button in the Array Management Window.

b.Complete the recovery procedure.

If the Recovery Guru directs you to replace a failed component, use the individual lights on the modules to locate the failed component. For troubleshooting procedures, refer to “Troubleshooting and Recovery” on page 3-22.

Note – If a fault requires you to power off an attached module, you may need to cycle the power on all remaining modules in the storage array. Before you power off any attached modules, contact technical support.

c.When the recovery procedure is completed, select Recheck in the Recovery Guru to re-run the Recovery Guru and to ensure that the problem has been corrected.

d.If the problem persists, contact technical support.

Caution – Potential data corruption. An abrupt power loss to any module in a storage array can cause data corruption, especially if the power loss occurs when data is being written to a disk or if the power loss occurs when write back caching is enabled and data is being downloaded to cache memory. Before turning off power to the modules, always wait until the Cache Active light turns off and all drive Active lights stop flashing.

6.Check the lights on the front of each attached drive module, and verify that all drive Active lights are on but not flashing.

If one or more drive Active lights are flashing, then data is being written to or from the disks. Wait for all drive Active lights to stop flashing, and then go to step 7.

7.Check the Cache Active light, and then choose one of the following steps, based on the status of the light.

Cache Active light is off - The cache contains no data. Go to step 8.

Cache Active light is illuminated - Write-back caching is enabled, and data is in the cache. Wait for the data to clear from the cache memory and for the Fast WriteCache or Cache Active light to turn off, and then go to step 8. For information on cache memory protection and settings, refer to the Array Management Window online help.

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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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