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Quantum DXI6500 Planning Manual

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Product Overview

The DXi6500 and DXi6700 disk backup and replication appliances use
Quantum's data deduplication technology to expand the amount of
backup data users can retain on fast-recovery RAID systems by 10 to 50
times. The result is a cost-effective way for IT departments to store backup
data on disk for months instead of days, providing high speed, reliable
restores, increasing available data recovery points, and reducing media
management.
For disaster recovery in distributed environments, the DXi6500 and
DXi6700 systems makes automated WAN replication practical by
dramatically reducing the bandwidth required to move backup data
securely between sites.
DXi6500 and DXi6700 solutions are integrated systems that are easy to
install and use with all leading backup applications. They provide best-in-
class performance with flexible, easy-to-use NAS and OST presentations as
well as Ethernet and optional Fibre Channel connectivity. DXi6500 and
DXi6700 appliances are part of a comprehensive set of backup solutions,
serviced and supported by Quantum, the leading global specialist in
backup, recovery, and archive.
Planning Guide
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Node
DXi6500/DXi6700
Expansion Module
DXi6500 and DXi6700
Site Planning Guide Site
Contents
Product Overview................................... 1
DXi6700.................................................. 2
Installation ............................................. 3
Rack Compatibility ............................. 3
Configuration..................................... 3
Network Segmentation...................... 3
Requirements ..................................... 8
Service .................................................... 9
Service Package Upgrades ................. 9
StorageCare™ Guardian................... 10
Information .......................................... 12
Physical Characteristics.................... 13
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DXi6500 and DXi6700 solutions are integrated systems that are easy to install and use with all leading backup applications. They provide best-in- class performance with flexible, easy-to-use NAS and OST presentations as well as Ethernet and optional Fibre Channel connectivity.

  • Page 2: Included With Your Dxi6500 And Dxi6700

    • Backup Application Specific — Enables the OST Direct Path to Tape (PTT) capability on DXi6500, Model 6540 and Model 6550. (This license is enabled when the OST license is installed on DXi6500, Model 6540 and Model 6550. A separate license key is not required.) The license key is pre-installed on the DXi6700.

  • Page 3: Installation

    (67.3 to 92.4 cm). When planning your rack installation, be sure to consider leaving room in the rack for future system expansion. You can expand the storage capacity of the DXi6500 and DXi6700 (some configurations) by adding up to six expansion modules.
  • Page 4 • Combine or Separate Network Traffic - Network traffic is either separated according to specific network needs or combined on a single IP address for simplicity. The DXi6500 and DXi6700 has the capability of separating data traffic, replication traffic, and management traffic. Each traffic type can have its own IP address or they can be combined on a single IP address.
  • Page 5 3 Connect a single DXi Ethernet port (ETH0 preferred) to your switch and configure IP information appropriately on the IP page. DXi6500, Model 6550 (2 x 1 GbE Ports and 2 x 10 GbE Ports) -10 GbE Connectivity Not Available If single 1 Gb port connectivity meets requirements, follow these steps.
  • Page 6 DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide DXi6500, Model 6550 (2 x 1 GbE Ports and 2x 10 GbE Ports) - 10 GbE Connectivity Is Available If single 10 Gb connectivity is desired and meets requirements, follow these steps. Otherwise proceed to the Intermediate Network Recommendations on page 6.
  • Page 7 DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide DXi6500, Model 6550 (2 x 1 GbE Ports and 2 x 10 GbE Ports) - 10 GbE Connectivity Is Available For simplicity, use of both 10 GbE ports simultaneously is discouraged. Configuration recommendations for the use of bonded 10 GbE ports are unique to the type of 10 Gb switch used.

  • Page 8: Replication Firewall Port Requirements

    4 Contact your network administrator to create a Round Robin compatible Link Aggregation Group on the switch corresponding to each group of bonded ports. DXi6500 Performance When connecting to a DXi6500 using NFS, each backup file/job written concurrently to Guidelines the DXi6500 is considered a stream. For optimal performance, Quantum recommends 6–8 streams per host (media server).

  • Page 9: Service

    Warranty Plan. This includes next business day on-site response, 5x9 telephone support, and on- line resources. This warranty covers the DXi6500 and DXi6700 and all drives, and includes firmware downloads, telephone support, E-mail Home, and Internet access to Quantum’s online Customer Support web site. The Quantum Customer Support web site features online service request processing, Web-based event status tracking, and a comprehensive Knowledge Base.

  • Page 10: Storagecare™ Guardian

    StorageCare™ Guardian StorageCare Guardian is a remote monitoring and diagnostic solution that enables Quantum to proactively monitor the health of Quantum systems over the Internet and use intelligent diagnostics data to remotely service the equipment if issues arise. StorageCare Guardian delivers more reliable backups and faster resolution time for customers at no additional cost for supported products under warranty or service contract.

  • Page 11: Dxi6500 And Dxi6700 Configurations

    DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide DXi6500 and DXi6700 Configurations The DXi6500 and DXi6700 can be ordered in the following configurations (see Table Table 2 DXi6500 and DXi6700 Configurations Rack Space DXi6500 Configurations Usable Capacity Required Model 6510 8 TB...

  • Page 12: Dxi6500 And Dxi6700 Shipping Information

    Each node and expansion module ships in its own box. Each node box weighs approximately 125 lbs. (56.7 kg). Each expansion module box weighs approximately 75 lbs. (34.0 kg). All boxes for each DXi6500 or DXi6700 configuration are shipped on a single pallet.

  • Page 13: Physical Characteristics

    DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide DXi6500 and DXi6700 Specifications This section lists characteristics and specifications the DXi6500 and DXi6700. These characteristics and specifications are categorized as follows: • Physical Characteristics • Performance Characteristics • Environmental Specifications Note: For hard drive specifications see the appropriate hard drive product manual.
  • Page 14 Twinax) for NAS or OST connectivity, replication, and remote management Note: The 10 GbE Copper (Twinax) cable options that Quantum provides do not support all switches. Please note the supported switches during the purchase-configuration process, and if the Twinax cables...
  • Page 15 Continental Europe type 2-prong power outlet (CEE7) Table 7 DXi6500 Virtual Device Limits and Hardware Interfaces DXi6500 NAS / OST — Maximum Shares and Storage Servers Virtual Device Limits DXi6500 NAS backup target: 128 shares maximum (NFS or CIFS) DXi6500 OST backup target: 100 storage servers maximum Note: Samba version: 3.5.2...
  • Page 16 DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide Table 8 DXi6700 Virtual Device Limits and Hardware Interfaces DXi6700 Virtual Drives and Partitions Virtual Device Limits Number of Virtual Drives: 40 standard, 80 maximum Number of Partitions: 64 maximum Hardware / Interfaces 2 ports 10/100/1000 BaseT Ethernet (RJ45 connector) and 4 ports 8 Gb...
  • Page 17 DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide Table 9 Power Requirements DXi6500 and DXi6700 Power Requirements Power Supplies and Cords Node Two (2) hot-swappable redundant power supplies Two (2) USA type 3-prong power cords with IEC320 C13 connectors: Two (2) Continental Europe type 2-prong power...

  • Page 18: Performance Characteristics

    420 Watts, 1.75A @ 240 VAC Caution: To safeguard backups and to avoid potential data loss in the event of a power outage, Quantum recommends that you connect the DXi6500 or DXi6700 to an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) with a minimum UPS capacity rating that meets the power requirements stated above.

  • Page 19: Environmental Specifications

    DXi6500 and DXi6700 Site Planning Guide Environmental Table 11 provides various DXi6500 and DXi6700 environmental specifications. Specifications Table 11 Environmental Specifications Climatic Environment Temperature Operating 10° to 35°C (50° to 95°F) up to 3048m (10,000 ft) Shipping and storage –20° to 60°C (–4° to 140°F) up 12,000m (39,370 ft)
  • Page 20 EN 61000-4-8 - Power frequency magnetic field immunity test EN 61000-4-11 - Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations immunity test Caution: The DXi6500 and DXi6700 system are designed to be installed in a rack enclosure. Ensure that the operating temperature inside the rack enclosure does not exceed the maximum rated ambient temperature.

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