TABLE 3-12Storage Array Status Icon Quick Reference

Status

Description

 

 

Optimal

Indicates every component in the storage array is in the desired

 

working condition.

Needs Attention

Specifies a problem on a storage array that requires intervention to

 

correct. To correct the problem, start the Array Management

 

Window for that particular storage array, and then use Recovery

 

Guru to pinpoint the cause of the problem and obtain appropriate

 

procedures.

Fixing

Signifies a Needs Attention condition has been corrected and the

 

storage array is transitioning to an Optimal status; for example, a

 

reconstruction operation is in progress. A Fixing status requires no

 

action unless you want to check on the progress of the operation in

 

the Array Management Window.

 

Note Some recovery actions cause the storage array status to change

 

directly from Needs Attention to Optimal, without an interim status

 

of Fixing. This icon is not displayed in the Overall Health Status

 

area. The Optimal status icon is displayed instead.

Unresponsive

Means the storage management station cannot communicate with

 

the only controller or both controllers in the storage array over its

 

network management connection.

 

Note This icon is not displayed in the Logical View of the Array

 

Management Window. If the Array Management Window is open

 

and the storage array becomes Unresponsive, the last known status

 

icon (Optimal, Needs Attention, or Fixing) is shown.

Contacting Device

Designates that you have started the Enterprise Management

 

Window and the storage management software is establishing

 

contact with the storage array.

 

Note This icon is not displayed in the Logical View of the Array

 

Management Window.

 

 

Event Monitor

The event monitor runs continuously in the background monitoring activity on a storage array and checking for critical problems (for example, impending drive failures or failed controllers). If the event monitor detects any critical problems, it can notify a remote system using e-mail and/or simple network management protocol (SNMP) trap messages whenever the Enterprise Management Window is not running.

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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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