Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

The Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System is a state-of-the-art storage solution designed to address the challenges associated with managing unstructured data. This appliance not only provides a turnkey deployment for Veritas' software-defined Access scale-out network attached storage but also optimizes cost and capacity for demanding workloads. Whether you're looking for long-term retention, tape replacement, or backup archiving, the Access 3340 is your go-to option for ensuring data availability and resilience.

• Optimized for Unstructured Data: The Veritas Access 3340 is specifically tuned to handle high-capacity workloads, making it ideal for businesses looking to store and manage vast amounts of unstructured data efficiently.
• Multi-Protocol Support: This appliance supports various protocols such as Amazon S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB for file and object access, along with iSCSI target support for block storage, offering flexibility in how data is accessed and managed.
• Cost-Effective and Resilient: Policy-based tiering enables automated data migration to both on-premises and off-premises clouds, enhancing cost efficiency and resilience for long-term data storage.
• Seamless Integration with NetBackup: The Access 3340 is deeply integrated with Veritas NetBackup and NetBackup CloudCatalyst, delivering a fully optimized long-term retention solution for large-scale deployments (PB) where NetBackup is the primary backup utility.
• Enhanced Data Efficiency: The utilization of CloudCatalyst’s deduplication capabilities can drastically reduce storage and media transfer costs, with NetBackup's enterprise-hardened deduplication saving up to 30x more space, improving overall storage efficiency.

Technical Details of Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

• Capacity: Scalable up to petabytes (PB) for large data workloads.
• RAID Levels: Supports RAID 6 for improved data reliability and fault tolerance.
• Form Factor: Rack-mountable for convenient and organized storage management.
• Operating System: Pre-tuned OS included for immediate deployment.
• Integrated Monitoring: Comes with security enhancements and hardware/software monitoring for optimal performance.

How to Install Veritas Access 3340 SAN Storage System

Installing the Veritas Access 3340 is a straightforward process designed to allow users to quickly set up the system and begin managing their data effectively:

1. Unbox the Veritas Access 3340 appliance and place it in your server rack.
2. Connect the necessary power cables and network interfaces.
3. Power on the appliance and follow the on-screen prompts to initiate the pre-tuned operating system.
4. Configure the desired protocols (S3, CIFS, NFS, SMB, iSCSI) to ensure compatibility with your existing systems.
5. Integrate with your Veritas NetBackup for a seamless backup and data management experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of data can I store on the Veritas Access 3340?

  The Access 3340 is optimized for unstructured data, making it suitable for various types of workloads, including backups, archiving, and long-term retention.

• Is it easy to scale storage with the Access 3340?

  Yes, the Access 3340 is designed for scalability, allowing you to expand storage capacity as your data needs grow without significant disruptions.

• Can I integrate the Access 3340 with my existing backup solutions?

  Absolutely! The Access 3340 seamlessly integrates with Veritas NetBackup, making it an ideal solution for businesses already utilizing this backup utility.

• What security features are included with the Access 3340?

  The Access 3340 comes equipped with security enhancements and integrated monitoring to ensure that your data remains protected and accessible.

• How does the deduplication feature work?

  Deduplication is a process that eliminates redundant copies of data, allowing for significant storage space savings—up to 30x—when using Veritas NetBackup in conjunction with the Access 3340.