Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

The Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System is a state-of-the-art solution specifically designed to address the growing need for efficient and reliable storage of unstructured data. This appliance is tailored for high-capacity workloads such as long-term retention, tape replacement, and backup archiving, making it an essential tool for businesses looking to optimize their data management strategies.

• Optimized for Unstructured Data: The Access 3340 SAN Storage System is engineered to handle unstructured data use cases, allowing businesses to effectively manage their growing volumes of data without compromising on performance.
• Multi-Protocol Support: This appliance supports a variety of protocols including Amazon S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB, and iSCSI target support for block storage, offering flexibility for diverse application scenarios and infrastructure requirements.
• Policy-Based Tiering: The Access 3340 enhances cost-efficiency and resilience by orchestrating automated data migration to both on-premises and off-premises cloud infrastructures, allowing for seamless data management across environments.
• Integration with Veritas Solutions: Deep integration with Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup CloudCatalyst provides a comprehensive and cost-optimized long-term retention solution, streamlining backup processes and reducing operational overhead.
• RAID Levels for Enhanced Reliability: Utilizing RAID 6 technology, the Access 3340 ensures data reliability and fault tolerance, improving overall performance and safeguarding critical data against potential loss.

Technical Details of the Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

• Deployment Type: Turnkey appliance with pre-tuned OS and integrated hardware
• Storage Capacity: Supports large-scale deployments, scalable to petabytes (PB)
• Protocols Supported: Amazon S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB, iSCSI
• RAID Configuration: RAID 6 for enhanced data protection
• Integration: Native support for Veritas NetBackup and CloudCatalyst
• Monitoring Features: Integrated hardware and software monitoring for proactive management
• Deduplication Capability: Up to 30x increase in storage efficiency with NetBackup's deduplication

How to Install the Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

Installing the Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System is straightforward and designed for rapid deployment:

1. Unbox the appliance and ensure all components are included.
2. Mount the appliance in your server rack, ensuring adequate space for cooling and access.
3. Connect power cables and network interfaces based on your existing infrastructure.
4. Power on the device and follow the on-screen setup guide to configure network settings and storage parameters.
5. Integrate with your existing Veritas NetBackup deployment for enhanced functionality and data management.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What types of data can the Access 3340 SAN Storage System handle?

The Access 3340 is optimized for unstructured data, making it suitable for file storage, backup archives, and long-term retention.

2. How does the policy-based tiering work?

Policy-based tiering automatically migrates data to the most appropriate storage location based on predefined rules, optimizing costs and performance across on-premises and cloud solutions.

3. Can the Access 3340 be integrated with existing IT infrastructure?

Yes, the Access 3340 supports multiple protocols, allowing seamless integration with various applications and existing infrastructure.

4. What is the deduplication ratio achievable with this system?

Integration with Veritas NetBackup's deduplication capabilities can achieve effective storage savings of up to 30x.

5. Is support available for setup and deployment?

Yes, Veritas offers comprehensive support for installation and configuration as part of its service offerings.