First Major Software Update for the Sun Storage 7000 Series

The first major software update for the Sun Storage 7000 series (2009.Q2.0.0) has been released with new features, technology improvements, bug fixes and added support of virtual machines that should interest users of the Sun Storage 7000 simulator, which also has a new update.

Sun Storage 7000 Simulator Update

"The new version of the simulator contains two enhancements. First, it comes with the 2009.Q2.0.0 release pre-installed. The Q2 release is the first to provide full support for the simulator, and as I wrote here you can simply upgrade your old simulator. In addition, while the original release of the simulator could only be run on VMware we now support both VMware and VirtualBox (version 2.2.2 or later). When we first launched the 7000 series back in November, we intended to support the simulator on VirtualBox, but a couple of issues thwarted us, in particular lack of OVF support and host-only networking. The recent 2.2.2 release of VirtualBox brought those missing features, so we're pleased to be able to support both virtualization platforms," explains Fishworks Engineer Adam Leventhal, who also provides a quick installation guide for the simulator in his May 4th blog.

NEW TECHNOLOGY ENHANCEMENTS FOR THE 2009.Q2.0.0 RELEASE

Sun Storage 7000 Software

Over 15 new features added to breakthrough analytics capabilities and Windows integration. Built upon industry standard components and open source software, new functionality can be deployed quickly to support ever growing customer environments.

Sun Storage 7110 System

Double the capacity of Sun Storage 7110 system, from two to four terabytes, making it one of the most dense in its class. Take a look at the updated 4TB 7110.

Sun Storage 7210 System

More than tripled the capacity of Sun Storage 7210 system to 142 terabytes; these new systems leverage solid state disk (SSD) Flash technology.

2009.Q2.0.0 FEATURES

Data Protocols

NFSv2
HTTPS/WebDAV
FTPS
SFTP

Data Services

FTP and SFTP analytics
Microsoft shadow copy for shared folders
CIFS share-level ACLs
AD cross-forest authentication

Software features

Workflow automation
SMTP relay configuration
Authenticated NTP

BUG FIXES

A number of bug fixes have been implemented across all parts of the product. Significant improvements have been included in:

Clustering
Networking
CIFS
Core I/O path

Sun suggests that if a specific issue with the current software release is encountered, get in touch with support personnel to determine whether the problem has been fixed in this release.

EXPANDED MID-MARKET PORTFOLIO

Recently Sun expanded its portfolio of mid-market solutions with the introduction of an Open Archive solution that pairs the Sun Storage 7110 and 7210 Unified Storage Systems and Sun Fire X4140 and Sun Fire X4240 servers with Symantec Enterprise Vault 8 software. This solution makes it easy for customers to archive different data types, such as files/records, email, instant messaging and sharepoint content while ensuring data integrity. By using four times less power and half the footprint, the Sun and Symantec Open Archive Solution can reduce storage costs, minimize management complexity, and increase storage ROI, claims Sun.

NEW SUN SERVICES FOR SUN STORAGE 7000 FAMILY

Implementation and Assessment Services

Provides select configuration and validation information along with the expertise to help ensure that systems are running at an optimal level right from the first installation.

Sun Unified Storage Data Migration Services

Minimizes disruption and allows full feature functionality of new technology investments. Securely migrate data using MD5 hashing for file and security validation and speed time to ROI with Sun's deep technical expertise and tools.

GENERAL BENEFITS

The Sun Storage 7000 family can be installed and configured in under five minutes, uses three times less power and space and costs up to 75% less than traditional disk storage offerings, Sun reports. These systems also include the industry's most simple and comprehensive analytics environment and includes innovative new tools to help isolate and resolve issues to minimize the impact on daily operations.

More Information

Download of Sun Storage 7000 2009.04.10.0.0 Update

Download for the Sun Storage 7000 Simulator

Release Notes

Sun Open Storage

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