Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

The Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System is a powerful and versatile storage appliance designed to handle growing unstructured data workloads with ease. Built to support modern data strategies, this system unifies network-attached storage (NAS) and direct-attached storage (DAS) under Veritas’ software-defined Access platform, delivering consistent data services, scalable performance, and streamlined administration. It’s engineered for enterprises that need reliable access to large volumes of files, media, research data, and content repositories, while maintaining strong governance, protection, and efficiency. With the 3340, organizations can simplify their storage infrastructure, accelerate time to insight, and future-proof their data strategy by combining flexible storage architectures with policy-driven management. Whether you’re consolidating legacy silos, enabling collaborative workflows, or integrating hybrid cloud strategies, this appliance offers a robust foundation for unstructured data initiatives and data-centric operations.

• Flexible storage architecture for unstructured data: A unified NAS/DAS solution that scales with your data footprint, enabling you to consolidate multiple workloads into a single, manageable platform. Designed to adapt to growing file volumes, high-definition media libraries, scientific datasets, and archives without compromising performance or reliability.
• Seamless software-defined Access deployment: Deploy Veritas Access software with a streamlined, policy-driven approach that abstracts hardware complexity. Benefit from centralized data services, automated provisioning, and consistent protection policies across on-premises storage, improving IT agility and reducing administrative overhead.
• Multi-protocol access for broad compatibility: Native support for NAS protocols like SMB and NFS, plus modern object access options to enable cloud-native workflows. This multi-protocol capability makes it easy to integrate with a wide range of applications, backup tools, and data workflows without rearchitecting workloads.
• Enterprise-grade data protection and availability: Comprehensive protection features including snapshots, replication, encryption at rest and in transit, and integration with Veritas backup and disaster recovery solutions. These capabilities help ensure business continuity, rapid recoveries, and compliance with governance requirements.
• Operational efficiency and scalability: Centralized management, policy-based automation, and analytics drive efficiency while enabling seamless capacity growth. The system is designed to scale capacity and performance in step with your data growth, helping you reduce TCO and simplify ongoing maintenance.

Technical Details of Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

• SKU-based specifications vary by configuration; capacity, drive counts, interfaces, and expansion options depend on the chosen model. Refer to the official product listing for exact details corresponding to your UPC/SKU.
• Unified NAS/DAS architecture enabled by Veritas Access software, delivering consistent data services across both deployment modes.
• Enterprise-grade reliability with redundancy options and high-availability considerations to meet business uptime requirements.
• Multi-layer data protection features including snapshots, replication, encryption, and integration with Veritas ecosystem for backup and DR workflows.
• Designed to integrate with Veritas software offerings and ecosystem, enabling streamlined data governance, archiving, and analytics across on-premises storage and cloud integrations.

How to install Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

• Plan your deployment by assessing data growth, performance requirements, and network topology. Decide on a NAS, DAS, or hybrid configuration and determine the mix of protocols (SMB, NFS, and object access) that best suits your applications.
• Physically rack the appliance, connect power, and attach network interfaces to your core network. Ensure prerequisites such as firmware baselines and compatible management workstations are in place before starting the installation.
• Access the management console through the recommended interface (CLI/GUI) and begin the software-defined Access deployment. Follow the guided workflow to initialize the system, create pools, and set up initial data governance policies.
• Configure storage pools, file systems, and data containers. Enable multi-protocol access, assign appropriate permissions, and implement quotas, tiering policies, and lifecycle rules aligned with your data retention strategy.
• Activate data protection and governance features—set up snapshots, replication schedules, and encryption, then integrate with Veritas backup and DR solutions. Validate user access, monitor performance, and schedule regular health checks and firmware updates to maintain optimal operation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System?

The Veritas Access 3340 is a powerful, versatile storage appliance designed to handle unstructured data workloads with a software-defined Access layer. It consolidates NAS and DAS into a single platform, delivering scalable capacity, flexible data management, and enterprise-grade protection for modern data environments. The system is built to simplify storage administration, improve data governance, and support a wide range of applications from media workflows to scientific datasets.

What protocols does it support?

It supports common enterprise protocols including SMB and NFS for file-based access, as well as S3-compatible object access to enable cloud-native and object storage workflows. This multi-protocol support makes it easy to integrate with a wide range of applications, backup tools, and data workflows without rearchitecting your environment.

Can I scale the storage with this system?

Yes. The Veritas Access 3340 is designed for growth, with scalable capacity through expansion and policy-driven data management. You can add drives or integrate expansion shelves as your data footprint expands, while maintaining performance, data integrity, and consistent access across workloads.

How does data protection work?

The system provides enterprise-grade data protection features, including snapshots, replication, and encryption at rest and in transit. It integrates with Veritas backup and disaster recovery solutions to ensure business continuity, fast restores, and compliance with governance standards across on-premises and hybrid environments.

What about management and monitoring?

Veritas Access offers centralized management and analytics, giving administrators visibility into storage utilization, performance, and policy compliance. The user-friendly interface, automation capabilities, and reporting tools streamline administration, reduce manual tasks, and support proactive optimization of resources.