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Description

NetApp MetroCluster setups consist of two geographically distinct, mirrored ONTAP clusters that function together to ensure ongoing data availability and SVM safeguarding. Each cluster continuously replicates its data aggregates to its counterpart, ensuring that both locations maintain identical copies of the data. In case one of the sites experiences a failure, administrators can quickly activate the mirrored SVM on the operational cluster, allowing for uninterrupted data service. The MetroCluster system accommodates both fabric-attached (FC) and IP-based cluster configurations: the fabric-attached MetroCluster utilizes FC transport for SyncMirror synchronization between sites, while MetroCluster IP operates over layer-2 stretched IP networks. Deployments of Stretch MetroCluster facilitate coverage across an entire campus, and with ONTAP versions 9.12.1 and 9.15.1, MetroCluster IP configurations can support up to four nodes using NVMe/FC or NVMe/TCP. Furthermore, it is important to note that front-end SAN protocols such as FC, FCoE, and iSCSI are fully supported within this architecture, enhancing the overall versatility of MetroCluster solutions. This flexible design accommodates various enterprise needs, making it an attractive option for organizations looking to optimize their data management strategies.

Description

The smartmontools suite includes two key utilities, smartctl and smartd, designed to manage and oversee storage systems through the self-monitoring, analysis, and reporting technology integrated into the majority of contemporary ATA/SATA, SCSI/SAS, and NVMe drives. These tools often alert users to potential disk degradation and failure before they occur, offering invaluable preventative measures. Originally based on the Linux smartsuite package, smartmontools is compatible with ATA/SATA, SCSI/SAS, and NVMe drives, as well as SCSI/SAS tape devices. It is versatile enough to operate on a wide range of platforms, including modern versions of Linux, FreeBSD, NetBSD, OpenBSD, Darwin (macOS), Solaris, Windows, Cygwin, OS/2, eComStation, and QNX. Additionally, smartmontools can also be utilized from various live CDs/DVDs, enhancing its accessibility for users who may need it in different environments. This broad compatibility makes it a valuable tool for anyone looking to ensure the health and longevity of their storage systems.

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Integrations

Cygwin
FreeBSD
NetBSD
ONTAP
OpenBSD
Oracle Solaris

Integrations

Cygwin
FreeBSD
NetBSD
ONTAP
OpenBSD
Oracle Solaris

Pricing Details

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Free Version

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Free Trial
Free Version

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Deployment

Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Customer Support

Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Types of Training

Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person

Vendor Details

Company Name

NetApp

Founded

1992

Country

United States

Website

docs.netapp.com/us-en/ontap/concepts/mcc-config-concept.html

Vendor Details

Company Name

smartmontools

Website

www.smartmontools.org

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