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PowerVault NX3000 Network Attached Storage

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  • Advanced software for more efficient data sharing
  • No time wasted to set up or manage
  • Integration that adapts to your environment
  • Integrated or gateway deployment
  • Easy to deploy high availability solution

 
 
PowerVault NX3000 Network Attached Storage System
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Advanced Software for More Efficient Data

Advanced Software for More Efficient Data

It is now possible to share data among many, disparate users in an efficient way. Single Instant Storage (SIS) eliminates data clutter. It identifies duplicate files, saves one copy and replaces other version with pointers to the stored versions. Distributed File System (DFS) gives you simplified, quick access to data stored across wide WAN/LAN environments. DFS Replication makes it possible to eliminate local backup at branch offices and rely on daily backups from the corporate office. This helps keep administrative tasks centralized and easier to manage.

File Services Resource Manager (FSRM) is a single-management interface that delivers better managed file services across CIFS/NFS and provides improved control and compliance over files. This is great for audit and planning purposes.

Network File System(NFS) allows administrators to consolidate file-sharing resources so both Windows and non-Windows clients can collaborate more effectively.

The PowerVault™ NX3000 supports systems management with remote management through iDRAC and OpenManage 6.1including DMC (Dell Management Console), IT Assistant.

No Time Wasted to Setup or Manage

No Time Wasted to Setup or Manage

File services are already preconfigured as part of the NX3000 for painless deployment. This reduces the overall deployment time, as it removes many management tasks and minimizes the impact on organizations’ file infrastructures.

The new “Initial Configuration Tasks” interface starts automatically during logon for streamlined setup of admin passwords, network settings, domain membership and configuring updates. This lets users get back to running their business instead of babysitting setup.

Remote management is handled through a simple browser with ActiveX RDP for Windows or Java RDP for non-Windows.

Finally, there is no need for Client-Access Licenses (CALs) because support for multiple users is already built into the appliance.

 

Expandable and Highly Available

The PowerVault NX3000 solution expands capacity using PowerVault MD storage arrays or by leveraging SAN arrays, acting as a NAS gateway.

Adding to the internal storage capacity of either high performance SAS drives, or high capacity nearline-SAS or SATA drives, external expansion arrays can provide even more flexibility. With support for both SAS and SATA in a single enclosure MD storage arrays allow organizations to optimize their storage deployments by storing data on different drive technologies without adding unnecessary hardware.

Implementing clustered, high availability solutions is also easy by clustering two NX3000 appliances. The PowerVault NX3000 can grow with you and support many companies growing data availability requirements.

Integration that Adapts to Your Environment

Integration that Adapts to Your Environment

The Dell PowerVault NX3000 is a network-attached storage system that stores both file and application data(using the optional iSCSI target) at the same time while supporting different operating environments. The PowerVault NX3000 can also be deployed as a SAN gateway in front of a Dell/EMC, EqualLogic PS Series or PowerVault MD Series backend to leverage your existing SAN investment.

The PowerVault NX3000 harnesses the performance of the Intel® Xeon® Quad-Core or Dual-Core 5500 series processors resulting in improved file access and throughput. Plus, it has the added bonus of advanced software making data easier to manage and share.

Energy Efficient Design

Energy-Efficient Design

The PowerVault NX3000 features Energy Smart™ technologies that are designed to reduce power consumption while increasing performance capacity. Energy-efficient design features include:
  • Efficient power supply units right-sized for system requirements
  • Innovative system-level design efficiency
  • Policy-driven power and thermal management
  • Highly efficient standards-based Energy Smart components
All these elements are designed to increase energy efficiency across our latest core data center servers while delivering the performance your business requires.
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Designed for organisations with limited or no dedicated IT staff.

Includes:
  • 7x24 direct break-fix hardware support for your employees
  • “How-to” support on popular software applications such as Norton AntiVirus, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Small Business Server, Intuit QuickBooks, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Access to a certified technician in two minutes or less
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  • 7x24 Direct access to Dell Expert Centers
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  • Escalation management through Dell’s Global Command Centers
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SPEED OF RESPONSE
PROTECTIONPREMIUM PROACTIVE
Mission Critical - Perfect for server and storage environments where avoiding unplanned downtime and reducing recovery time through priority response are a must. The package includes priority 4-hour onsite* service or optional 2-hour response with 6-hour hardware repair, Dell’s proven Critical Situation process, and emergency dispatch. Data Management and Protection
  • Keep Your Hard Drive* helps you retain control of sensitive data
  • Certified Data Destruction wipes your hard drive clean and destroys data
 		Proactive Maintenance - Maximises the availability and stability of your infrastructure proactively. The package includes a detailed system assessment and implementation of driver or firmware updates and upgrades for your server or storage systems.

Remote Advisory Options - Provides telephone and Internet access to technical expertise for specialised applications and solutions such as Microsoft Exchange, Virtualisation and more.

 Customisation and Set-Up

EDT Installation
Enhanced installation and configuration with Dell professional project management and documentation. A project manager will be acting as the single-point-of-contact for the entire installation project from pre-site audit to co-ordination of the installation and delivery of post-project documentation.

 Training

Comprehensive Training
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Operating System

  • Microsoft® Windows Storage Server® 2008 Standard Edition
    Microsoft® Windows Storage Server® 2008 Enterprise Edition

File Access Protocols

  • CIFS, NFS, FTP

    Block Access Protocols:

    Optional iSCSI Target

Form Factor

  • 2U Rack

Processor

  • Number of Processors:

    1 or 2

    Processors Supported:

    Intel® Xeon® Quad-Core 5500 Sequence Processors

Storage

  • Drives
    6
     
    Max Internal Capacity
    12TB Raw (with NL-SAS and SATA)

    Drives Supported:

    SAS, SATA, Near-line SAS:
    3.5" SATA (7.2K): 160GB, 500GB, 1TB, 2TB
    3.5" SAS (15K): 146GB, 450GB, 600GB
    3.5" Near-Line SAS (7.2K): 500GB, 1TB, 2TB

RAID

  • HW RAID Levels
    RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50

Connectivity

  • Gigabit Ethernet:Gigabit Ethernet: 4 x RJ45 Connectors, both supporting TCP/IP offload. Optional add-in NICs including 10GbE

Management

  • Dell OpenManage featuring Dell Management Console
    Optional iDRAC Enterprise or Native Java RDP plug-in

Data Protection Features

  • Single Instance Storage (SIS)
    Yes

    Distributed File System Replication (DFS-R)
    Yes

    Snapshots:

    Built-in VSS snapshots for CIFS/NFS. Additional snapshots capability may exist depending on external storage array.

    Cluster

    Yes (Active/Active)

Chassis

  • Height: 8.64 cm (3.40")
    Width: 44.31 cm (17.44")
    Depth: 68.07 cm (26.80")
    Weight(Maximum Config): 26.1 kg (57.54 lb)

    Standard redundant cooling

    Hot-plug hard drives
    Hot-plug redundant power
    Hot-plug redundant cooling
    ECC memory
    High Availability Clustering (requires Enterprise edition of Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008)

    Slots: 2 PCIe x8 + 2 PCIe x4 G2

    Optionally expand with MD1200 (H800), MD1000 (PERC 6/E), MD3000 (6Gb SAS HBA)
    (or)
    Use as gateway to PowerVault MD3000i or Equalogic and Dell/EMC arrays

    Rack Support:

    Sliding ReadyRails™ for 4-post Racks
    Static ReadyRails™ for 4-post & 2-post Racks

AC Power/Max Current

  • Two hot-plug 870W PSUs

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