AMCC 3ware 9000 Series, User Manual

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Introducing the 3ware 9000
Series Controller
This chapter includes the following sections:
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“Product Features” on page 5
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“What’s New With the 3ware 9000 Series Controller” on page 6
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“System Requirements” on page 6
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“Understanding RAID Concepts and Levels” on page 8
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“Determining What RAID Level to Use” on page 12
Product Features
The 3ware 9000 Series Serial ATA family includes 9500S-4LP,
9500S-8, 9500S-12, 9500S-8MI, 9500S-12MI.
Features of the 3ware 9000 series controllers include:
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Advanced RAID features for greater data protection and management.
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Support for battery backup provides added data protection in the event of
a power outage. (Battery Backup unit sold separately)
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Support for RAID units greater than 2 terabytes with 64-bit LBA support.
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An enhanced firmware platform allows future upgrades. Anticipated
upgrades include Enclosure Management Services (EMS).
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AMCC’s remote management software, 3ware Disk Manager 2 (3DM®2)
simplifies storage configuration and management via a web browser.