IBM TotalStorage 201, User Reference Manual

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Chapter 1. Introduction
With the IBM TotalStorage Network Attached Storage (NAS) 200 (5194 Models 201,
226, and EXP), your enterprise will gain scalable, network-attached storage devices
that deliver excellent value, state-of-the-art systems management capabilities, and
task-optimized operating system technology. These NAS devices provide you with
increased performance, storage capacity, and functionality.
These models have been developed for workgroup or department environments
with file-serving requirements across Windows and NFS clients, e-business, and
small applications. In addition, these devices support Ethernet LAN environments
with large or shared end-user workspace storage, remote running of executables,
remote user data access, and personal data migration.
These new machines replace the IBM 5194 Models 200, 225, and EXU.
Enhancements provided by the new models include:
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Greater granularity in configuring storage size
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Double the maximum storage size
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More options in configuring Ethernet connections
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More options for tape backup
To help provide quick and easy installation, both NAS models have preloaded,
preconfigured, pretuned, and pretested operating systems, supporting system
management, and RAID management software. You can order the models as a
workgroup or department appliance depending on the specific use.
The Workgroup Model (Model 201) features:
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Compact tower configuration
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One 1.133 GHz processor; second (dual) processor optional
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512 MB of ECC 133 MHz memory standard
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ServeRAID-4Lx, an economical, single-channel RAID controller
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One integrated 10/100 Ethernet connection
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A dual-channel, 160 MB/s Ultra 160 SCSI controller
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Three to six 36.4 GB HDD or 72.8 GB HDD (109.2 GB up to 436.8 GB)
The Departmental Model (Model 226) features:
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Rack-optimized configuration
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Two 1.133 GHz processors
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1 GB of ECC 133 MHz memory standard
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ServeRAID-4H, a high function, four-channel RAID controller
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One integrated 10/100 Ethernet connection
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A dual-channel, 160 MB/s Ultra160 SCSI controller
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Configurable with three to six 36.4 HDD or three to six 72.8 GB HDD (218.4 GB
up to 436.8 GB)
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Expandable up to 3.49 TB using up to three IBM 5194 NAS Storage Unit Model
EXP
The preloaded software is based on the Windows Powered OS operating system,
which is very similar to Microsoft
®
Windows
®
2000 Advanced Server. Preloaded
software includes:
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