This manual is the introduction of i Series, and to help user to know the operation of the disk array system easily. It provides information about RAID introduction, iSCSI introduction, and Web GUI guideline.
This manual introduces the Thecus iSeries disk array, covering basic concepts such as RAID levels, storage terminology, and system architecture. It guides users through initial setup, including hardware installation, network configuration, and accessing the Web GUI or secure shell for management.
Detailed sections describe iSCSI configuration, volume creation, cache management, and advanced operations like RAID migration, disk roaming, and system maintenance. Appendices provide certification lists, event notifications, and iSCSI initiator setup instructions.
| Network Interface | Gigabit LAN (x2) |
|---|---|
| Supported RAID Levels | RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 0+1, 10, N‑way mirror, JBOD |
| RAID 6 Capability | Ready |
| SATA Compatibility | SATA II with backward compatible SATA I |
| Mirror Type | N‑way mirror |
| Cache Configuration | Global dedicated cache per volume |
| SMART Support | Enabled |
| MPIO Support | Ready (initiator driver needed) |
| Multiple Connections per Session | Ready (initiator driver needed) |
| iSCSI Security | Header/data digest and CHAP authentication |
| CHAP Authentication | Supported |
| Recommended RAM | DDR‑333 512 MB or above |
The iSeries requires DDR‑333 memory of at least 512 MB, but larger sizes are recommended.
It supports RAID 0, 1, 3, 5, 6, 0+1, 10, N‑way mirror, and JBOD configurations.
All RAM except the controller portion can be used as cache and assigned to a cache volume or shared among volumes.