1)A client issues a write for transaction TXID 1

2)Sun StorEdge 5310 NAS receives transaction TXID 1

3)Transaction TXID 1 is committed to the Master system's journal

4)Transaction complete is reflected back to the client for TXID 1

5)Transaction TXID 1 is queued to the Mirror system

6)Transaction TXID 1 is sent over the network to the Mirror system

7)TXID 1 is received by the Mirror system

8)TXID 1 is committed to the Mirror system's journal

9)Transaction complete is reflected to the Master system for TXID 1

FIGURE 4-1The lifecycle of a transaction in StorEdge File Replicator

Note again that the Sun StorEdge 5310 NAS queues the transaction almost immediately to the Mirror system, the result being that the Mirror stays in very close synchronization with the Master. Sun StorEdge 5310 NAS mirrors on a block level to ensure high performance, but commits data to the mirror on transactional boundaries. This approach guarantees the integrity of the filesystem on the Mirror; at anytime, the Mirror can be promoted and given a network link of suitable quality, the Mirror will be at most a small number of transactions behind the Master. This

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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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