User`s guide

StorTrends® NAS Software (Version 2.2) User’s Guide
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NDMP
Network Data Management Protocol. It is the industry standard network based tape
backup protocol. The data can be backed up and restored using any NDMP compatible
backup software.
Network
A group of two or more computer systems linked together.
NIC
Network Interface Card. Commonly as a network adapter or network card.
NIS
Network Information System. Developed by Sun™ Microsystems, NIS is a distributed
naming and directory service originally called Yellow Pages™ or YP. It is a mechanism
for identifying and locating network objects and resources. It provides a uniform storage
and retrieval method for network-wide information in a transport-protocol and media-
independent fashion.
NIS is a network naming and administration system typically used for smaller networks.
Using NIS, each host, client or server in the system has knowledge about the entire
system. A user at any host can get access to files or applications on any host in the
network with a single user identification and password. It is intended for use on local
area networks. NIS uses the client/server model and the Remote Procedure Call (RPC)
interface for communication between hosts. NIS consists of a server, a library of client
programs, and some administrative tools. NIS is often used with the Network File System
(NFS). NIS is a UNIX® system-based application.
Node
A processing location. Can be a computer or some other device, such as a printer. Every
node has a unique network address.
Notification
A notification is a message sent via email stating something is wrong or that something
happened on the NAS server.
NTP
Network Time Protocol. Used to synchronizes the time of the NAS server automatically.