■Solstice DiskSuite

Solstice DiskSuite is an unbundled software product that is delivered with Solaris software. Solstice DiskSuite provides host-based storage management, such as mirroring and striping of disks, which provides greater reliability and volume size. Solstice DiskSuite 4.2.1 also implements RAID 5.

■VERITAS Volume Manager

VERITAS Volume Manager is a separately installed software product that provides host-based storage management, such a disk labeling, mirroring, striping, and RAID 5.

■SANsurfer Switch Manager

SANsurfer Switch Manager is software supplied with the switch. This software provides management capabilities such as maintaining zones, setting port attributes, setting up cascaded switches, and setting broadcast zones for IP support.

■StorTools

StorTools is a separately installed software product. It provides a system-level “tree” view of storage devices connected by way of a SAN or direct attachment. StorTools software provides field replaceable unit (FRU) diagnostics and an expert-mode diagnostic utility.

■Sun StorEdge Component Manager

Component Manager provides a web-based front end for SANsurfer Switch Manager, Sun StorEdge T3 array management and diagnostics, device discovery, enclosure monitoring and log viewing.

■cfgadm plugin for Fabric on-demand node creation

This component is delivered with the Solaris upgrades for the FC switch product. It is used to discover SAN-attached devices, in addition to creating and deleting nodes for these devices. These features are implemented through the cfgadm framework. See the cfgadm_fp(1M) man page for additional information.

■luxadm and libg_fc/liba5k

These components are enhanced to support the SAN-attached devices. They provide persistent switch-attached device configuration across reboots, probe SAN-attached devices that are available on a host, and provide information on various devices.

■Network Storage Agent

Network Storage Agent is a separately installed software product. It is a lightweight, remote, monitoring agent designed to track storage product reliability, availability and serviceability. Network Storage Agent also provides revision and patch level checking as well as log file monitoring.

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816-0830-12 specifications

Sun Microsystems, a major player in the development of computing hardware and software during the 1980s and 1990s, introduced various innovative products that set benchmarks for the industry. Among its range of offerings, the Sun Microsystems 816-0830-12 stands out as a notable system within its lineup. This specific model, designed primarily for server and workstation applications, showcases the combination of cutting-edge technology and robust functionality that characterized Sun's approach.

The 816-0830-12 is notable for its powerful processing capabilities, built around the SPARC architecture. This 32-bit RISC (Reduced Instruction Set Computing) design was pivotal in delivering high performance per watt, making it ideal for complex computing tasks typical in enterprise environments. The system supports multi-threading, enabling it to efficiently handle multiple operations concurrently, which is essential for server applications requiring reliability and speed.

A distinguishing feature of the 816-0830-12 is its expansive memory support. With the ability to scale up to 64 MB of RAM, it accommodates demanding applications that require significant data processing power. Additionally, it supports a variety of I/O configurations, including SCSI and Ethernet interfaces, which enhances its connectivity and versatility in networked environments.

The design of the 816-0830-12 underscores Sun Microsystems' commitment to modularity and expandability. It allows for easy upgrades and maintenance, minimizing downtime and ensuring that businesses can adapt their computing resources to evolving needs. This focus on flexibility is complemented by Sun's proprietary Solaris operating system, which offers robust security features, multitasking capabilities, and native support for networked services.

On the technological side, the 816-0830-12 incorporates features such as a built-in graphics accelerator, which enhances visual performance for graphic-intensive applications. This capability makes it suitable not only for server duties but also for environments that require workstation-like graphics performance.

In summary, the Sun Microsystems 816-0830-12 exemplifies the innovative spirit of Sun, boasting a combination of powerful processing, extensive memory options, and flexible architecture. It stands as a testament to the company's role in shaping the computing landscape, particularly in enterprise solutions, where reliability, performance, and scalability are of paramount importance.
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