Preface; How To Use This Guide; Hardware Components; Software Components - Overland Storage SnapServer 110 Configuration And Hardware Options Manual

Preface

How to Use This Guide

This guide provides information and assistance to system or network
administrators preparing for the installation of a SnapServer storage system on
their network. Every network topology is different, and every administrator works
with different goals and resources. Using this guide, administrators can determine
what additional hardware components or software packages and licenses to acquire
before the server arrives.

Hardware Components

SnapServers come with the hardware required to install the server into an EIA-
compliant rack (if applicable), as well as the cables required to connect the server to
a power source and to an Ethernet network. Other hardware required for a basic
installation, such as Ethernet switches, racks, and UPS devices, must be supplied by
the administrator from third-party vendors.
Some advanced configurations involving expansion arrays or direct-attached tape
backup may require the separate purchase of SAS, SCSI, or FC-HBA cards from an
authorized Overland Storage reseller. The hardware checklists in this guide show
the required and optional hardware components available for each SnapServer
model.

Software Components

SnapServers also come with native support for partner-vendor software packages
that enhance or extend the functionality and security of SnapServers. These
packages include antivirus, backup, and administrative software. Some of these
software components are simply provided as part of your SnapServer purchase;
others perform at baseline functionality that can be upgraded as necessary; and
some require the purchase of a license to become operational. SnapServers are also
compatible with a number of widely-used third-party backup solutions.
This guide briefly describes these software packages and provides information on
licensing or upgrade procedures. For full descriptions and specifications, see the
SnapServer, partner-vendor, or third-party vendor Web sites as appropriate.
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