Using these two information sources, you can begin to diagnose the problem. The following are the most common possible problems along with their indicating symptoms.

Wrong password / insufficient permissions: This is usually indicated by a logon failure or access denied message in the system log. The user account that is entered into the StorEdge Domain configuration screen must have the correct password, and must have the authority to create computer accounts. Typically, a user account that is a member of the Domain Admins global group is used.

No master browser on the subnet: CIFS/SMB relies on a hierarchical system of browser servers. Each IP subnet and network segment must have at least one such server, known as a “master browser” in order for systems on that subnet to locate network resources. StorEdge does not provide master browser services.

The first indication of this is the log message “No Master Browsers found for <domain>”. Check the NetBIOS cache for the <1D> or <1B> tag with an IP matching your subnet. Double check the domain name used against the one in the NetBIOS tag of the master browser. It may be necessary to move the StorEdge to the same subnet and segment as a master browser. All Windows server operating systems provide master browser services by default. Installing StorEdge on the same subnet as a Domain Controller is the best practice when possible.

If the problem persists after ensuring that StorEdge has a local master browser, check the solutions below under “Multiple subnets connected to StorEdge”.

Other browsing problems: The log message, “Join domain [local]: locate failed” indicates that a Domain Controller could not be found. Note that this message also appears in conjunction with the above “No Master Browser found” message. When that message is present, the above solutions should be followed first.

Start by looking at the NetBIOS cache. Look for <1B> or <1C> domain controller tags. If you see any of these, ensure that the domain name matches the one configured on StorEdge. If you see a <1D> segment master browser, but no <1B> or <1C> tags, check the NetBIOS cache on the master browser system. This is done with the “nbtstat –c” at the Windows command prompt. The output is essentially the same as the StorEdge NetBIOS cache display. If no domain controllers are present in the master browser’s NetBIOS cache, then there is a network browsing issue that needs to be addressed.

One possible solution is to add a WINS server. WINS helps to speed Windows browsing and compensates for browsing problems. WINS can compensate for browser deficiencies, and should be used whenever possible. In order for WINS to function properly, the browsers, domain controller and StorEdge must be configured to use the server for lookups. Another possible solution is to move the StorEdge to the same subnet as the Domain Controller, though this does not address the larger browsing problem.

If these solutions have been attempted to no avail, also see the following solution.

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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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