Specifications

Snap Server Features
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Networking
Snap Servers deliver multiplatform file sharing for heterogeneous Windows,
UNIX/Linux, and Macintosh environments, enabling fast, seamless deployment
into your existing infrastructure. The GuardianOS utilizes dual-Gigabit Ethernet
technology to support standalone, load balancing, and failover network bonding
modes. For more information, see “Networking Options” on page 37.
Storage
Because of flexible RAID configurations and hot-swappable disk drives, Snap
Servers maintain high data availability.
• RAID 5 (disk striping with parity): For each array, the capacity of one disk is
reserved for parity checking
• RAID 1 (disk mirroring): One disk’s data replicated to one or more drives
• RAID 0 (disk striping): Large, virtual disk with data striped across all drives of
the array; no loss in usable capacity
RAID 1 and 5 configurations can also designate a member disk as a hot spare that
automatically assumes the role of failed disk. Snap Server servers employ log-
based, byte-level journaling file system that is ideal for high-performance,
transaction-oriented systems and enables quick file system restarts. For more
information, see “Storage Configuration and Management” on page 53.
Security
Snap Servers offers multiplatform authentication options that include local,
Windows domain, Active Directory Service (ADS), and Network Information
Service (NIS), as well as Web security and encryption (HTTPS); flexible share
access definitions; native antivirus protection with eTrust InoculateIT, and file and
folder security. For more information, see “Security Management” on page 73.
Data Protection
Snap Servers enable fast, sure data backup via native Snapshot technology, Backup
Express for GuardianOS, Server-to-Server Synchronization software, and third-
party network backup agent support. Native disaster recovery tools that can ensure
complete recovery from a catastrophic event are also provided. For more
information, see “Data Protection” on page 93.