Entry Mid range Disk Array Features

Entry & Mid range Disk Array Features & Benefits Gavin Cole Storage Consultant SEE Gavin. cole@sun. com Page 1

Challenges for Today's IT Dealing with data growth and capacity constraints with restrictive budgets Low storage utilization from stranded server DAS storage leads to wasted space, duplicated functions, and inefficient data protection Provisioning the right class of storage for the right application environment Dealing with the complexities of managing storage Dealing with rack space constraints Reducing CAP EX and OP EX, improving business operations Page 2

Emerging Applications Distributed database applications including CRM, data warehousing/analytics, email – requiring low cost, horizontal scaling storage Distribution, editing, and reception of content pushing content closer to the edge of the network Digital content including broadcast, video on demand, multimedia, digital cinema Web 2. 0 applications and services enabling sharing, participation, and collaboration High performance compute and grid environments Page 3

Sun Storage. Tek™ Modular Line Solutions that provide streamlined management, flexiblity, & TCO Sun Storage. Tek™ 6540 array Sun Storage. Tek™ 6140 array Ideal for database driven applications Leader in price/performance Sun Storage. Tek™ 2500 arrays Enterprise class data protection on a budget Excels in HPTC environments Multi tiered storage Affordable entry point within Modular family of arrays Replication target Support for variety of host interface options Page 4

2500 Overview Page 5

2500 Family Introduction Cost effective external RAID solutions flexible connectivity Simple to implement and manage with intuitive management software Application driven management “Pay as you grow” scalability Start small and grow up to 36 drives Supports tiered storage within same enclosure High access and nearline, optimize with right drive technology (e. g. SAS for OLTP, SATA for fixed content/reference) Solution of choice for small SAN and clustered topologies Page 6

Introducing the Storage. Tek 2500 Series Released April Q 1 FY 08 ST 2500 is a new series of storage arrays based on a new low-cost SAS/SATA disk subsystem providing consolidated RAID to FC, i. SCSI, and SAS host interfaces * SATA support planned for Q 1 FY 08 Page 7

Host Side Cabling FC Host Version Direct Host Connectivity Fabric SAN Connectivity Three servers with redundant I/O paths SAS Host Version Six servers with non redundant I/O paths - Page 8

SAS Overview Page 9

SAS Overview, continued Page 10

Drive Performance Comparison IOPS Random, small block transfers • OLTP, databases, Exchange • Majority of enterprise applications SATA SAS Key drive based performance enablers: Seek time, latency, rotational velocity, FC command queuing, number of drives Throughput Sequential, large block transfers • Video servers, rich media, seismic processing, HPC SATA Key drive based performance enablers: • Data transfer rate, maximum I/O transfer. SAS size, command queuing FC Page 11

When attaching ST 2500 Capacity Expansion enclosures, drive channels are configured as redundant pairs utilizing one connector from each controller and “top down/ bottom up” cabling. This helps ensure data access in the event of a path/channel or controller failure. Page 12

6 x 40 Overview Page 13

Sun Storage. Tek 6 x 40 Array More Responsive Applications • • Application Oriented Management Advanced Data Protection Designed to handle large Protect from local, data sets site, and even Enables better application regional outages responsiveness Centralized management enables complete control Pre-set profiles enable quick tuning Page 14 14

2005 Sun Storage. Tek Midrange Storage System Wins Top Quality Award! Storage. Tek Wins Diogenes-Storage Magazine Best Midrange Array Award! The Quality Awards identify and recognize products that have proven their quality and reliability in actual use. Customers voted Storage. Tek Midrange arrays top choice, ahead of EMC, IBM, HP, Net. App and Dell. When asked, “Would you buy this company's array again? ” Storage. Tek Flex. Line took the top spot at Page 15

2006 Search. Storage. c om Quality Awards Second year in the top rankings! Page 16

High quality, High availability • 100% redundant I/O paths with auto-failover helps ensure against any application disruption • Non-disruptive controller firmware upgrades • Switched “SBOD” architecture enables pin-point control over back-end operations • Battery-backed cache provides data protection in the event of power failure • Chip-level RAID parity calculations help ensure continuous reliability of high performance RAID operations Page 17

ST 6140 Two Great Flavors 6140 with 2 GB Cache 4 x 4 Gb host/SAN port 2 GB cache Up to 3 expansion trays • Up to 64 drives 100 K IOPS 6140 with 4 GB Cache 8 x 4 Gb host/SAN port 4 GB cache Up to 6 expansion trays • Up to 112 drives 120 K IOPS Page 18

Economical replication and disaster recovery target for other Storage. Tek™ 6000 Family storage systems Value Savings Page 19

Sun Storage. Tek 6540 Highlights Sun Storage. Tek 6540 1 st 4 Gb FC array in the market Strong bandwidth and IOPs performance • Fits with throughput computing applications • Still the best performing box in its class • Excellent SPC-1 Benchmarks Ro. HS compliance CSM 200 Expansion Trays Full midrange data services 8 4 Gb FC host ports 4, 8 or 16 GB cache up to 224 disks CSM II Expansion Trays SATA and FC drive intermix in same tray Common Array Manager Data Snap. Shot Data Volume Copy Data Replicator Page 20

6540 Industry Leading Price/Performance 575, 000 dual controller burst IOPS from cache 86, 000 sustained IOPS from disk 1600 MB/s sustained throughput from disk Modular design for affordable entry Page 21 21

Common Storage Module (CSM II) • New Switched loop design – Support for multiple drive types • 2 Gb FC: 146 GB/10 k & 300 GB/10 k • 4 Gb FC: 73 GB/15 k, 146 GB/15 k & 300 GB/15 k • 3 Gb SATA: 500 GB & 750 GB SATA-2 16 Disk Enclosure 2 Gb, 4 Gb Switched Loop FC ports • Selectable loop speed (not auto sensing) SATA and FC drive intermix in same tray All components are hot swappable • Better RAS / Lower Latency • Maximum performance, availability and flexibility Ro. HS compliant array Page 22

CSMII With Multiple, Not Single, Tenancy! Switched ESM Path 1 Switched ESM Path 2 Multiple point to point switched communications Page 23

Flexibility, Scalability, Manageability 6540 w/ ATA & FC SBOD CSM 200 FC-AL FC Controller SBOD 6540 Control Module Multiple IOMs 6140 w/ ATA & FC SBOD CSM 200 Pick a FC Controller to make a 6140 Controller Tray 6140 Control Module 6140 Single FC System Page 24

Common Features Page 25

Heterogeneous Operating System Support Page 26

ST 6000 Systems Are Loaded With Features Dynamic RAID Migration allows Users to painlessly change the RAID Level on a VDISK without requiring additional capacity. Dynamic Capacity Expansion allows capacity to be easily added to existing VDISKS. Dynamic Volume Expansion allows capacity to be easily added to existing Volumes/LUNs. Dynamic Segment Sizing allows Users to easily change I/O segment sizes on a LUN anytime application requirements or environmental changes dictate a need. Hot. Scale allows drives & drive enclosures to be non disruptively added to existing systems. The Immediate LUN Availability code allows new disks to be accessible as soon as they are added to the system. Dynamic Mode Switching enables non destructive, changes between synchronous and asynchronous mirroring on a LUN by LUN basis. Page 27

Storage. Tek Systems Are Loaded With Features Recovery Guru Dynamic RAID Reconfiguration Dynamic Capacity Expansion Dynamic Volume Expansion Dynamic Segment Size Dynamic Defragmentation Delete a LUN in any order Non disruptive code changes Performance Monitoring SNMP event compatibility Page 28

Sun Storage. Tek™ Common Array Manager Centralized Management Utility Easily manage many arrays Deploy by application type (Storage Profiles) Up to 1024 volumes RAID 0, 1+0, 1, 3, 5 Dynamic expansion Dynamic re-configuration Save Time Use Storage Profiles to quickly and predictably provision storage to precise application demands. Maximize Performance Easily and dynamically tune any attribute to exact application tolerances. Grow Without Disruption Dynamically scale the volume as the application needs dictate. Page 29

Sun Storage. Tek Common Array Optimize System Performance Manager health, Performance Tracking Quickly visualize performance finely tune attributes to reach the optimal configuration for precise application needs. Utility Controller, volume and array statistics Track IOPS performance Track throughput (MB/s) performance Track IO characteristics Track write %, read %, cache hit % Reduce System Downtime Performance degradation is often a precursor to component or system downtime, performance tracking enables predictive, preemptive maintenance. Page 30

Sun Storage. Tek Common Array Optimize System Operations Manager Easily ensure the system is running with the latest patches. Link to Sun Download Center to easily download, install, and track patches as needed. Maximize System Uptime Wherever you are in the world, quickly receive notification of any system health issue. . . quickly isolate and repair failed components. Automated Diagnostics Set and track system alerts Easily manage patch distribution Page 31

Storage Domains Simplifying Management with Storage Partitions Match applications to storage class Lower TCO by consolidating storage for heterogeneous LUN hosts 0 Workloads co exist harmoniously, with minimal sharing Host A Host B Host Group C Storage Partition A Storage Partition B Storage Partition C LUN 0 LUN 1 LUN 2 LUN 3 LUN 2 Unmapped Volumes Page 32

Application driven Profiles Application Profiles. . . Wizards that provide quick, consistent results every time Use 15 pre-tested profiles (e. g. , Oracle, OLTP, HPC) Customize existing profiles Create unique profiles Share profiles between storage systems View configuration details at any time Page 33

Wizards to support both Experts and Generalists Let CAM do it all. . . I will guide CAM. . . I want to tell CAM what to do. . . Page 34

Sun Storage. Tek CAM Highlights Page 35

Why Choose Sun Storage? Systems approach Integrated, tested systems reduce cost, complexity, and risk Innovative technology Providing a wealth of storage innovation by combining our own and partner technologies to increase service levels and simplify management Investment protection Product strategies and built in upgradeability help maximize the value of your investment Comprehensive storage portfolio Page 36

Thank You ! Gavin Cole Storage Consultant SEE Gavin. cole@sun. com Page 37