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- Brand
- DELL
- Model
- MD3000
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- Last added
- 2011-10-24
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Dell PowerVault MD3000 RAID Storage Hardware User Manual
The Dell PowerVault MD3000 is a 3U rack‑mount external RAID storage array that can hold up to 15 SAS disks and, with up to two MD1000 expansion units, access up to 45 disks. It provides dual active‑active RAID controller modules, redundant power supplies, and redundant fans for high availability.
The manual covers hardware installation, front and rear panel indicators, RAID controller and cache details, connection procedures, RAID level options, hot‑spare and rebuild processes, virtual disk management, and troubleshooting steps for both hardware and software issues. This manual is written in Chinese.
DELL MD3000 specifications
| Maximum SAS disks (with expansion) | 45 |
|---|---|
| Cache per RAID controller module | 512 MB |
| Battery backup duration | 72 hours |
| Maximum virtual disks | 255 |
| Maximum virtual disk size | 2 TB |
Source: Dell PowerVault MD3000 RAID Storage Hardware User Manual
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the cache size on each RAID controller module?
Each RAID controller module includes 512 MB of mirrored cache.
From: Dell PowerVault MD3000 RAID Storage Hardware User Manual
How long can the battery backup protect the cache?
The battery backup can protect the cache for up to 72 hours.
From: Dell PowerVault MD3000 RAID Storage Hardware User Manual
How many hosts can be connected to the MD3000 array?
The MD3000 can be connected to up to four hosts using its SAS ports.
From: Dell PowerVault MD3000 System Installation Service Manual
Which operating systems are supported for MD Storage Manager?
MD Storage Manager is supported on Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems.
From: Dell PowerVault MD3000 System Installation Service Manual