The High-Performance Metadata Controller Appliance for Xsan and StorNext Networks

ActiveSAN is a fully integrated Metadata Controller solution consisting of a highly innovative Intel Xeon server-based appliance that features a straightforward design for easy installation and serviceability. It combines stunning Active Storage product design and the rock-solid performance and reliability of the Intel Nehalem platform in a 1U rack form factor. ActiveSAN utilizes an enterprise hardened Linux operating system and the Quantum StorNext SAN file system.

The installation and management of the appliance is designed for rapid deployment utilizing a single administration utility that provides setup for server and file system parameters. With Linux OS and Active Xsan-optimized StorNext shared file system, the ActiveSAN is a solid performer. The Active Storage designed native Mac OS X User Interface and Management Suite were designed for phenomenal ease of use in deployment and management of the Operating System and StorNext. If you are familiar with Xsan or Mac OS X, you will be ready to go in minutes!

Specifications

  • 1U rack-optimized enclosure
  • Intel Quad-core Xeon processor
  • 8GB 1066MHz DDR3 memory
  • 1 available 16 lane PCI-e slot
  • Dual port 8Gb Fibre Channel Card with SFPs
  • Mirrored hot swap 1TB Hitachi Enterprise Class SATA hard drives
  • Redundant hot swap 600W auto-sensing power supplies
  • Locking power cords
  • 4x USB 2.0 ports (2 front, 2 rear)
  • 2x GbE ports
  • 1x Serial port (for UPS support)
  • VGA graphics port
  • Rack rail kit with hardware
  • Lights Out Management via Active Viewer
  • Active Viewer and ActiveSAN Admin Software suite

Visit the Active Storage website for more information.