Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

The Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System is a powerful and efficient solution designed to meet the demanding needs of unstructured data storage. This state-of-the-art appliance integrates seamlessly with Veritas software to provide a turnkey deployment for scale-out network-attached storage (NAS). It is specifically optimized for high-capacity workloads, making it the perfect choice for long-term retention (LTR), tape replacement, and backup archiving. With its ability to support multiple protocols and enhance data mobility, the Access 3340 is built to deliver the best in storage performance and reliability.

• Optimized for Unstructured Data: The Access 3340 is tailored for high-capacity workloads, ensuring efficient management of unstructured data while providing long-term retention capabilities.
• Multi-Protocol Support: This storage system supports a variety of access protocols including Amazon S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB for file and object access, and iSCSI target support for block storage, allowing for flexible integration into your existing infrastructure.
• Cost-Effective Data Management: With policy-based tiering, the Access 3340 automates data migration to on-prem and off-prem clouds, improving cost efficiency and resilience of long-term data storage.
• Seamless Integration with Veritas Solutions: The Access 3340 is deeply integrated with Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup CloudCatalyst, providing a cost-optimized LTR solution for large-scale deployments while significantly reducing storage and media transfer costs.
• Robust Reliability Features: Utilizing RAID technology, the Access 3340 ensures data reliability and fault tolerance, enhancing overall performance and giving you peace of mind with your critical data.

Technical Details of the Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

• Storage Type: Software-Defined Network Attached Storage (NAS)
• Protocols Supported: Amazon S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB, iSCSI
• RAID Levels: RAID 6 for enhanced data reliability
• Capacity: Scalable for petabyte (PB) deployments
• Integration: Works seamlessly with Veritas NetBackup and CloudCatalyst
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable appliance

How to Install the Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

Installing the Veritas Access 3340 is a straightforward process aimed at getting you up and running quickly. Follow these steps:

1. Unpack the appliance and place it in your desired rack.
2. Connect the power cables and network cables to your data center’s infrastructure.
3. Power on the appliance and follow the on-screen setup wizard to configure initial settings.
4. Install the latest version of Veritas Access software if not already pre-installed.
5. Integrate the appliance with existing backup solutions, ensuring it is aligned with your organization's data management policies.
6. Test the setup by transferring data and monitoring performance metrics to ensure everything is functioning optimally.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of data can I store in the Access 3340? The Access 3340 is designed for unstructured data use cases including long-term data retention, backup archiving, and more.
• Can I use the Access 3340 with my existing backup solutions? Yes, it integrates seamlessly with Veritas NetBackup and other backup utilities, enhancing your overall data management strategy.
• How does the policy-based tiering feature work? The policy-based tiering automatically migrates data between on-prem and cloud storage based on predefined policies, optimizing your storage costs and efficiency.
• Is the Veritas Access 3340 scalable? Absolutely! The Access 3340 supports scalable deployments and can handle petabyte-level storage needs.
• What is RAID 6 and why is it important? RAID 6 is a redundancy feature that provides fault tolerance, ensuring your data remains intact even if multiple drives fail, which is crucial for maintaining data reliability.