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Technology Overview
Xserve RAID
Convenient replacement modules
Problem resolution is fast with the
AppleCare Service Parts Kits for Xserve
RAID (sold separately). Each kit has an
Apple Drive Module, power supply
module, cooling module, and RAID
controller module.
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RAID controller modules. Two independent storage processor units manage RAID
functions, data transfers, and failure protection for each set of seven drives. The
environment management coprocessor in each controller simplies conguration
and management of RAID sets.
Serial ports. Standard DB-9 serial ports allow connection to UPS units for protection
from brownout or over-voltage conditions.
Ethernet ports. The 10/100BASE-T Ethernet interfaces allow you to manage, monitor,
and diagnose Xserve RAID systems over TCP/IP.
Fibre Channel ports. Each RAID processor connects to the host system via a 2Gb
Fibre Channel interface with throughput of up to 200MB/s per port.
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Throughput
is assured, which means bandwidth remains constant, even as more devices are
added in a fabric conguration. Industry-standard SFP connectors support both
optical and copper infrastructures.
Optional batteries. Cache Backup Battery Modules can provide more than 72 hours
of backup power to protect the integrity of data in the RAID controller cache during
a power outage.
Power supply modules. Either of the redundant, load-sharing power supplies can
power Xserve RAID should the other one fail. A failed power supply can be replaced
in seconds without tools and without shutting down the system.
Cooling modules. Redundant, hot-swappable cooling modules provide automatic
front-to-rear cooling for rack environments.
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