Password Failure Reporting and Lockout

For storage arrays with a password and alert notifications configured, any attempts to access the storage array without the correct password will be reported.

If a password is incorrectly entered, an information major event log (MEL) event is logged, indicating than an invalid password or no password has been entered.

If the password is incorrectly entered 10 times within 10 minutes, both controllers will enter lockout mode. The lockout mode will last for a period of 10 minutes, during which both controllers will deny any attempts to enter a password to access the storage array.

Note – IMPORTANT If the controllers are reset, the password failure counter will be cleared and access to the storage array can be attempted again. If the password is incorrectly entered after 10 attempts within 10 minutes, the controllers will re-enter lockout mode.

A critical MEL event will be logged to the event log, indicating that the controllers have entered lockout mode. After the 10 minute lockout period has elapsed, the controllers will reset the password failure counter and will unlock themselves.

3.3.6.10Configuring Storage Arrays

This section provides descriptions for volumes and volume groups, Dynamic Volume Expansion (DVE), and premium features such as SANshare Storage Partitioning, snapshot volumes, Remote Volume Mirroring, and Volume Copy. In addition, this section describes the specific functions of the Mappings View in the Array Management Window, an overview of the heterogeneous host setting, and how to manage persistent reservations. For additional conceptual information and detailed procedures for the options described in this section, refer to Learn About Configuring a Storage Array in the Array Management Window online help.

3.3.6.11Volumes and Volume Groups

When configuring a storage array, appropriate data protection strategies as well as how the total storage capacity will be organized into volumes and shared among hosts must be considered. The storage management software identifies several distinct volumes: standard, snapshot, snapshot repository, primary, secondary, mirror repository, source, and target.

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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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