Benefits And Features - D-Link xStack Storage DSN-5210 Hardware Reference Manual

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Benefits and Features

High-performance, low-latency iSCSI storage system, with a highly integrated
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multifunction ASIC for fully featured, integrated storage virtualization
High Availability with automatic failover when configured with dual controllers
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Modular design with expansion up to three chassis
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Easy setup and configuration – can be installed anywhere on a Gigabit or 10 Gigabit
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Ethernet network for improved access to critical information
In-band or out-of-band management via direct connection or the Web
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Delivers Ethernet economics to storage for lower total cost of ownership and rapid
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deployment using known and trusted technologies
Proven transport infrastructure for increased reliability, investment protection, and
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reduced training and administrative costs
Ability to add up to two hot-swappable 12-drive expansion arrays for up to 36 drives
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Scalability over long distances - ideal for remote data replication and disaster recovery
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High availability - redundant fans and 2 redundant, hot-swappable, auto-sensing, load-
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sharing power supplies
Intelligent battery pack ensures that a charged battery is on hand to preserve buffer
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cache contents if a power failure occurs. Contents are backed up for approximately 72
hours with the standard 2GB data cache.
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