To create a volume group, two parameters must be specified: RAID level and capacity (how large you want the volume group). For the capacity parameter, you can either choose the automatic choices provided by the software or select the manual method to indicate the specific drives to include in the volume group. The automatic method should be used whenever possible, because the software provides the best selections for drive groupings.

FIGURE 3-28Unconfigured and Free Capacity Nodes

3.3.6.12Standard Volumes

Note – IMPORTANT The host operating system may have specific limits on how many volumes the host can access which must be considered when creating volumes for use by a particular host. For operating system restrictions, refer to the SANtricity Storage Manager Product Release Notes that were shipped with the software and your host operating system documentation.

A standard volume is a logical structure created on a storage array for data storage. A volume is defined over a set of drives called a volume group, and has a defined RAID level and capacity. Volumes are created from either unconfigured capacity or free capacity nodes on the storage array. If no volumes on the storage array are configured, the only node available is the unconfigured capacity node (Figure 3-28 on page 3-66).

The Create Volume Wizard is used to create one or more volumes on the storage array. During the volume creation process, the Wizard prompts you to select the capacity to allocate for the volumes and to define basic and optional advanced volume parameters for the volume. Each Wizard screen has context-sensitive 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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