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 | | | MD3000i | | The PowerVault MD3000i is a 3U rack-mount external iSCSI RAID array with 15 drive bays, supporting up to 4 direct-connect or 16 Ethernet-switch-connected servers. Select dual controllers to maximize availability and performance. | |
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 | | | Software Data Protection features | | The PowerVault MD3000i offers optional snapshot and virtual-disk copy capabilities for increased data protection. Snapshots provide point in time data copies to facilitate quick recoveries, while Virtual-disk Copies are exact replicas of entire logical drives. Both are helpful in backing up to tape. | |
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 | | | Rack Rails | | Rack rails are used to easily install the PowerVault MD3000i disk storage enclosure inside a rack assembly unit. | |
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 | | | Multi-select Hard Drives and Fillers | | Choose the same capacity and spindle speed when configuring RAID performance and protection on multiple hard drives. Performance can be optimized by increasing the number of drives (or spindles) in a virtual RAID set and by choosing a high spindle speed (15,000 RPM). | |
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| ADDITIONAL IP SAN COMPONENTS |
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 | | | First Ethernet Switch | | The MD3000i provides 2 iSCSI data connections per controller, supporting up to 16 servers connected via an Ethernet Switch. For best IP SAN performance and security, Dell recommends a separate, dedicated Ethernet network. | |
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 | | | Second Ethernet Switch | | For maximum availability, Dell recommends two separate switches to avoid single points of failure. | |
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 | | | Ethernet Cables | | For best performance, Dell recommends implementing dedicated Ethernet fabric for iSCSI storage traffic, based on Cat-5 or higher class Ethernet cables. With adequate connectivity (NICs, Switch Ports, Cables), the MD3000i supports up to 4 data lanes per server. Select the number and length of cables you need. | |
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| UPS & SPARE HARD DRIVES |
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 | | | Spare Hard Drives | | Keeping a spare hard drive on hand helps you start your data recovery process sooner. | |
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| SERVICE OPTIONS |
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 | | | Warranty Extension Notice | | Ensure coverage with notification when your warranty is about to expire | |
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 | | | Installation Services | | Remote implementation is included in your MD3000i price. Dell will remotely configure your MD3000i to meet your needs while you watch and learn for yourself, including mapping up to four hosts to your array. Use optional Enterprise Assistance Services (below) to configure additional hosts. Choose hybrid installation to let us install the physical hardware for you as well. Some more complex installations will require on-site installation and configuration. | |
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 | | | Proactive Maintenance | | Remote implementation is included in your MD3000i price. Dell will remotely configure your MD3000i to meet your needs while you watch and learn for yourself, including mapping up to four hosts to your array. Use optional Enterprise Assistance Services (below) to configure additional hosts. Choose hybrid installation to let us install the physical hardware for you as well. Some more complex installations will require on-site installation and configuration. | |
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