Assuming that the difficulty connecting to the Domain Controller is temporary, and related to network load, it should not be necessary to save this variable with the savevars command. Doing so will limit the ability of StorEdge to find an alternate Domain Controller in the case that this one fails.

Cannot connect or authenticate to Windows 2003 Domain Controller.

By default Windows 2003 is configured to require signed digital communications from clients. This is also known as SMB packet signing. StorEdge does not support packet signing. Therefore, Windows 2003 must be configured to negotiate packet signing rather than assuming that it is present.

1.To configure this, you must access the Local Security Policy Editor on the Windows 2003 Server.

2.Next, navigate to Security Settings/Local Policies/Security Options.

3.Scroll down to “Microsoft network server: Digitally sign network communications (always)”

4.Double click the entry and click the “Disabled” button.

5.Click “OK”.

Changing this setting does not restrict the Windows 2003 server from using packet signing with those clients that support it.

Lost Connection with Windows Domain.

In some conditions, it is possible for StorEdge to lose connection to the Domain Controller. In this case, Windows users will be denied access to the StorEdge, and they will be prompted for a password.

Possible reasons for this include modification of administrative user password, network problems or failure of PDC.

The solution to each of these is the same. It is necessary to re-enter the user and password information in the domain setup screen. This is done as follows:

1.Access the StorEdge via Telnet.

2.Press enter at the [menu] prompt and enter the administrator password.

3.Press the spacebar until “CIFS/SMB Configuration” is displayed under “Extensions” at the lower right.

4.Select the letter corresponding to “CIFS/SMB Configuration”.

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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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