Chapter 1:
Product Introduction
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Product introduction
1.1 Overview
This manual introduces EonStor GSa 5000 systems, an all flash array systems that support 3 Gbps, 6
Gbps, and 12 Gbps SAS, SATA-II, SATA-III, and Nearline SAS drive interfaces. You can expand its drive
capacity by attaching expansion hard drive enclosures.
This chapter introduces the look and feel of EonStor GSa 5000 Series systems,
features, and the supported components.
EonStor GSa 5100 (1-CPU system)
EonStor GSa 5200 (2-CPU system)
1.1.1 Major components
NOTE:
Upon receiving the system, check the package contents and compare them to the
Unpacking List
. If one or more of the modules are missing, please contact your system vendor.
Controller and interface
The system has controllers, and each controller comes with pre-installed DIMM modules. It also has a
CBM (cache backup module), a module that has a BBU (battery backup unit) and an FBM (flash backup
module). With the CBM, the cached data is quickly distributed to the FBM to save the data permanently
with the support of the BBU if power outage occurs.
Also, the embedded firmware features earth-friendly and smart algorithms that you can use to customize
your system’s hardware settings such as power-saving modes, variable fan speeds, and exiled drive
handling.
