3.Read all information provided in “Replace Existing Drives with Greater Capacity Drives” on page 3-32,particularly the paragraphs explaining the differences between the two possible upgrade procedures.

4.Compare the SANtricity Storage Manager Product Release Notes with this procedure to determine if you need to modify this procedure, based on more recent information.

5.Determine the status of each module and its components.

Note the status of the indicator lights on the front and the back of each module. A green light indicates a normal status; an amber light indicates a hardware fault.

d. Open the Array Management Window for the storage array.

e.To view the status of all of its components, select the appropriate component button for each module in the Physical View of the Array Management Window.

The status for each component will be either Optimal or Needs Attention.

6.Does the module display green lights only, and is the status Optimal on each module component?

■ Yes- Go to step 8. ■ No - Go to step 7.

7.Diagnose and correct the fault.

a.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 specific failed component. For troubleshooting procedures, refer to “Troubleshooting and Recovery” on page 3-22.

b.Select Recheck in the Recovery Guru to re-run the Recovery Guru and ensure that the problem has been corrected.

c.If the problem persists, contact technical support.

Caution – All data on the drives will be lost when you replace the drives using this method. You must perform a complete back up of the drives and use the backup media to restore the data to the new drives.

8.Perform a complete backup of the drives you are replacing. You will use the backup media to restore data to the drives later in this procedure.

9.Stop all I/O activity to the command module.

10.Verify that none of the Active lights above the drives are flashing.

11.Turn off both power switches on the back of the command module.

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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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