Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

The Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System is a powerful, flexible, enterprise-grade solution designed to simplify the management of unstructured data across both networked file shares and direct-attached storage. Engineered as a software-defined access platform, the 3340 unifies NAS and DAS under a single policy-driven framework, enabling organizations to deploy, scale, and protect growing data sets with minimal complexity. Built to handle diverse workloads—from collaborative file services to large-scale data lakes—this appliance delivers consistent performance, robust data protection, and centralized administration that keeps pace with evolving business requirements. With an emphasis on scalability, reliability, and security, the Veritas Access 3340 is well-suited for data-driven environments seeking a future-proof path to streamlined storage management and reduced total cost of ownership.

• Unified storage for unstructured data – The Veritas Access 3340 provides a single, scalable platform that serves both NAS and DAS workloads, enabling organizations to consolidate file shares, shared folders, and object-like access under one policy-driven system. It supports common protocols such as NFS and SMB for seamless cross-platform collaboration, while offering intelligent data placement that aligns with business priorities, regulatory requirements, and access patterns. This unified approach helps reduce data sprawl, simplifies governance, and accelerates user productivity across campuses and data centers.
• Software-defined access platform for agility – As a software-defined storage solution, the 3340 decouples data services from hardware, enabling rapid deployment, streamlined upgrades, and the ability to scale capacity independently from performance. This SDS model minimizes vendor lock-in and empowers IT teams to adapt to changing data requirements without costly forklift upgrades. The platform leverages centralized policy management and automation to enforce data governance, quality of service, and lifecycle rules across all storage resources.
• Scalability and predictable performance – Designed to grow with your organization, the 3340 supports scalable capacity and performance for file-intensive workloads, multimedia assets, and large-scale collaboration. Enterprise-grade design optimizes throughput, minimizes latency, and maintains consistent performance as data volumes rise. The system’s modular expansion and intelligent data tiering enable efficient use of on-premises storage resources while preserving fast access for active datasets.
• Data protection, reliability, and DR readiness – The appliance includes comprehensive data protection features such as snapshots, replication, and disaster recovery workflows. With automatic failure detection, redundant components, and resilient recovery options, it helps safeguard critical information against hardware faults, accidental deletion, ransomware, and site outages. Integrated recovery planning and testable DR procedures enable faster resume times, ensuring continuity for essential workloads and business operations.
• Centralized management, security, and governance – A unified management console provides policy-driven control over data access, security, and lifecycle management. Role-based access, auditing, and integration with Veritas data protection and governance tools help organizations enforce compliance, protect sensitive information, and maintain visibility across the storage environment. The platform supports encryption at rest where available and aligns with enterprise security standards to reduce risk while simplifying administration.

Technical Details of Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

• Device type: NAS/DAS storage appliance designed for enterprise unstructured data workloads
• Architecture: software-defined access platform that separates data services from hardware for flexibility and rapid evolution
• Protocols: supports standard file access protocols including NFS and SMB; object access compatibility may be available depending on configuration
• Form factor: rack-mountable chassis with hot-swappable drive options; exact configuration varies by SKU
• Storage capacity: scalable through drive bays and expansion options; capacity details depend on hardware configuration
• Networking: supports high-speed Ethernet options appropriate to the deployment (configurations vary by SKU)
• Security and governance: role-based access control, auditing, and encryption at rest as supported by software; integrates with Veritas data protection and governance solutions

how to install Veritas Access 3340 NAS/DAS Storage System

• Prepare the installation environment with appropriate rack space, cooling, power redundancy, and a network topology that matches your storage and user access requirements.
• Unpack and rack-mount the appliance, connect power and network cables, and verify all components are correctly seated and powered before initialization.
• Power on the system and run the initial configuration wizard to set management IP, administrator credentials, time zone, and basic network settings.
• Create storage pools and define data access policies, including quotas, protection rules, and user or group permissions to govern how data is consumed and protected.
• Integrate with your existing Veritas software ecosystem for centralized management, back up, archiving, and disaster recovery workflows, then begin migrating data from legacy systems or other NAS/DAS devices.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What workloads is Veritas Access 3340 best suited for? It is designed for enterprises needing reliable management of unstructured data across NAS and DAS, supporting file collaboration, media workloads, data lakes, and long-term retention scenarios with strong governance and protection.
• Q: Which access protocols are supported? The appliance supports standard file access protocols such as NFS and SMB, enabling cross-platform sharing and seamless integration with existing IT ecosystems; object-style access is available in compatible configurations.
• Q: Can the system scale with growing data needs? Yes. The Veritas Access 3340 is built for scalable capacity and performance, with modular expansion options and software-defined flexibility that lets you grow storage independently from hardware as requirements shift.
• Q: How does it help with data protection? The solution provides built-in data protection features like snapshots, replication, and disaster recovery workflows, helping to guard against data loss due to hardware failures, human error, or site outages.
• Q: How does it integrate with Veritas administration and governance tools? The appliance is designed to integrate with Veritas data protection, governance, and backup solutions, delivering centralized management, policy enforcement, and comprehensive visibility across the storage environment.