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June 1-5, 2010
TWTC Nangang Exhibition
Hall, 1st Floor
Data Storage Area
Booth No.:K309, K311, K313

SA-4303S

Arena SA-4303S is Arena Maxtronic entering into the enterprise iSCSI market. The SA-4303S is a single controller, iSCSI to SATA-II RAID system, which features an Intel i80331 processor, in a compact 2U - 8bay chassis, with modularized controller and hot-swappable fans, power supplies. The RAID controller, fans, and power supplies are modularized allowing for easy removal from the rear of the unit. Configuration and monitoring is performed using a java-based web browser for easy remote configuration and simple integration into any environment.

Copy-on-Write snapshot functionality is built into the controller to help protect your data. iSCSI protocol uses TCP/IP to transfer data, which only requires an Ethernet interface, and enables easy integration into your current network infrastructure. iSCSI encapsulates SCSI commands and data into TCP/IP packets to transfer through a Ethernet network. By using TCP/IP to transfer ensures that the transmission is successful, and provides a reliable means of transferring data. Also, by using your current network infrastructure reduces the total cost of ownership.
* Specifications are subject to change by Arena without notice.

Overview

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Specifications

Hardware
Controller Single
Controller CPU Intel i80341 RISC CPU
Cache Memory 1024 - 2048 MB DDR 333 SDRAM
Battery Backup Module Optional
Host Interface iSCSI
Host Channels No. 2
Data Transfer Rate
Up to 300 Mbps
Disk Interface SATA II (3Gbps)
Number of Disk Channels 8
Hot Swap Disk Tray 3.5" hot-swappable tray
External Connector Type
3 x RJ-45 (1 console port, 2 data port)
Hot Swap Fan 2 x Turbo Fan
Hot Swap Power supplies 350W x 2 Redundant
AC Input Voltage 100 to 240V (+/- 10%), 47 to 63 Hz
RAID Function
RAID Levels JBOD, 0, 1, 0+1, 3, 5, 6, 10, 30, 50, 60
RAID Features

-Globle or Dedicated Hotspare
-Multiple Host ID
-Multiple RAID Volume Group
-Multiple User Data Volumes, and Foreground
-Background Initialization
-Array Roaming

Remote Backup
Optional
Snapshot Yes (Copy-on-Write)
Front Panel LCD and Buttons
Easy access for configuration and status report
RS-232 Terminal
User friendly interface for configuration and status report
Web Browser GUI
Embedded GUI management interface
Event Notification
Built-in buzzer, e-mail, and SNMP
Environment Specification
Humidity 20% to 80% non-condensing
Operating Temp 5°C to 40°C (41°F~104°F)
Non-Operating Temp -25°C to 60°C (-13°F~104°F)
Safety Regulatory UL, CUL, CB
EMC Standard FCC, CE, C-Tick, BSMI
Dimension and Weight
Physical Dimensions 485(W) x 565(D) x 88(H) mm
Physical Weight 19 Kgs (without drives)
Packed Dimensions 610(W) x 790(D) x 430(H) mm
Packed Weight 28 Kgs (without drives)

Key Features

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The SA-4303S implements a  is Copy-on-Write snapshot technology implemented that utilizes a small pre-designated volume for the snapshot, known as the snapshot UDV. When the snapshot is initially setup, metadata, or a table of contents, of the original volume is copied, and thus makes the snapshot instantaneous. Before new data is written the original data is copied to the snapshot UDV, and the new data is written to the original data blocks. In the event of file corruption, accidental overwriting, or a virus infection, a rollback can be performed to restore any remaining original data.
Volume Groups can be easily expanded using built-in GUI utilities, allowing your storage requirements to grow when your needs grow. Likewise, User Data Volumes (UDV) can be expanded online. A unique feature to the SA-4303S is RAID level migration, which allows you to upgrade, or downgrade, RAID levels online.
RAID 6 improves over the industry standard RAID 5 by adding another parity disk which enables reater reliability and data protection.
This feature allows users to communicate using an iSCSI initiator to the RAID subsystem to monitor voltages, temperature, and other diagnostic information.
Multipath I/O and Multiple Connection per session use physical paths to create logical paths between the host and storage device. If a physical path were to fail, the multipath software will use an alternate path to the storage device to enable users continued access to their data.
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Challenge Handshake Authorization Protocol, or CHAP, is a powerful authentication method used for point-to-point user login. When using CHAP, the server will send an authentication key to the client for encrypting the username and password. By using the CHAP authentication, the user login process will be encrypted and secure.
Link Aggregation Control Protocol (LACP), part of IEEE 802.3ad, allows users to bind together both Ethernet ports of the SA-4303S into a single logical channel to increase bandwidth. Trunking uses similar binding methods, combining both Ethernet ports as a single logical port, can increase the bandwidth as well.
Controller cache can be configured as Global or Dedicated for specific volumes. This function provides users the ability to dedicate more cache resources to a mission-critical volume to enable higher performance and reliability.
An optional BBM can be included in the RAID system to ensure data integrity in the event of a power outage. The BBM, or battery backup unit, will provide power to the on-board cache of the RAID controller in the event of a power outage. This will allow any data that is still stored on the cache to be saved until power is restored. Once power is restored, the RAID controller will flush the cache to drives.

Downloads

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User Manual Download: Hardware | Software

SA-4303S Datasheet

GUI Preview

The SA-4303S iSCSI Graphic User Interface requires a java enabled web browser. The GUI enables users to quickly and easily setup and configure their iSCSI subsystem, monitor status, and performance maintenance.

Volume Configuration

• View health of hard drives
• Setup Volume Groups (VG)
• Setup User Data Volume (UDV)
• Create Cache Volume (CV)
• Create Snapshots

Enclosure Management

• SCSI Enclosure Services (SES) configuration
• Monitor voltage, temperature, and battery
backup module
• S.M.A.R.T. test
• UPS setup and monitoring (Smart UPS)

System Configuration

• Setup System name and IP address
• Change Time, Date, and Timezone
• SNMP, Mail alerts
• Event Log viewer

Maintenance

• Update Firmware
• View System Information
• Import and Export Configuration
• Reset to Factory Defaults

Spare Parts

The SA-4303S Accessories and Spare Parts.

Photo Part No. Part Name Qty
49-_04303-5001-001 Controller Module, for SA-4303S 1 set
46-00150-5005 SAS-to-SATA iSCSI Controller Board, for 2U 8Bay 1 piece
46-89230-5000-120 LCD Button Board 1 piece
46-00150-5004 Back Plane, for 2U 8 Bay iSCSI system 1 piece
51-_30000-5004 Power Supply, 350W 1 piece
42-01620-5013 HDD Tray 1 piece
42-00720-5001 Fan Set, for 2U series 1 set
51-60000-5001 Rail 1 set
42-00000-5022 Extender 1 set
42-36000-5004 Key, 2pcs 1 set
43-00003-5080 Power Cable-US, L=180cm 1 piece
43-00003-5090 Power Cable-EU, L=180cm 1 piece
43-00003-5100 Power Cable-AUS, L=180cm 1 piece
43-00003-5110 Power Cable-PSE, L=180cm 1 piece
43-00003-5120 Power Cable-UK, L=180cm 1 piece
42-24632-5001 Screw Pack #6/325mm, 30pcs 1 pack
42-24545-5001 Screw Pack #M5, 2pcs 1 pack
42-24645-5001 Screw Pack #M6, 2pcs 1 pack
42-24045-5001 Screw Pack #10-32, 2pcs 1 pack
43-00001-5001 RS232 Cable, L=180cm 1 piece

43-00001-5007 RJ45 Cable, L=200cm 1 piece

49-00003-5008-001 BBM Module, for iSCSI system 1 set