Chapter 1 Introduction; Model - D-Link DSN-3400-10 - xStack Storage Area Network Array Hard Drive Hardware Reference Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

The DSN-3000 series storage system is an intelligent, high-performance multiple Gigabit
Ethernet storage solution designed for small businesses that want to improve the reliability,
availability, serviceability, and performance of their storage systems. It provides a range of
benefits and features from its ability to use familiar, proven, and widespread networking
technologies like IP and Ethernet for storage solutions.
Based on an Internet Protocol-Storage Area Network (IP-SAN) architecture, the DSN-3000
series storage system is built around an iSNP8008 System-On-A-Chip, with the following
features:
Up to 15 internal Serial Advanced Technical Attachment (SATA) drives
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Up to 512 MB of system memory
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Up to 4 GB of buffer (cache) memory
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Eight 1GbE local-area network (LAN) connectors (DSN-3200) or one 10GbE connection
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(DSN-3400) accessed via the back panel
A 10/100 Mbps management port
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An RS-232-C DB9 diagnostic port for troubleshooting purposes
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Complete configuration and management are available through the intuitive, graphical-
based xStack Storage Management Center.
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Model

The DSN-3000 series storage system is available in various models. The models differ
according to the speed & host network interface. Table 1-1 lists the DSN-3000 series storage
system models.
Model
DSN-3200 Eight 1GbE data ports
DSN-3400 One optical or CX4 XFP transceiver host network connection
(requires purchase of a separate 10GbE XFP transceiver)
DSN-3000 series Hardware Reference Guide
For the latest information about supported drives, consult the
Interoperability Matrix found on the D-Link Support Web site:
support.dlink.com
Table 1-1 DSN-3000 Series Storage System Models
Host Network Interface Speed Maximum Number of
Internal SATA Drives
1 Gbps 15
10 Gbps 15
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