User's Guide

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RDX 8000
Product
Description
1. Introduction to the RDX 8000
1.1 Overview and applications
The RDX 8000 is a multi-cartridge data storage device designed to support up to 8 RDX cartridges. It may be utilized
as a table top unit or rack mounted in a 2U high
space with the included rack mounting ears. The RDX 8000 connects
to
the user’s computer network via one or two 1 GB/sec network port using iSCSI protocol. The RDX 8000 unit is
capable of
operating in one of three user selected modes designed to address a variety of operating environments.
The
RDX 8000 unit features an Operator Control Panel (OCP) to display status and error information as well as a Web
based remote management interface
(RDX 8000). The RDX 8000 is also used by the system user to configure the unit
for operation in their specific environment (initial set up) as well as provide the ability to remotely monitor and
control
unit operations/status.
The
RDX 8000 is compatible with most operating systems and environments that support iSCSI network protocol.
However, the RDX 8000 requires either direct support from the operating system or a compatible backup application
to take full advantage of its many features.
1.2 RDX 8000 product features
• Compatible with all capacities of RDX data cartridges.
• Provides up to 8
TB of native data storage capacity using standard RDX data cartridges.
• Unit can be used as a table top or rack mounted with included rack mounting ears.
• Supports up to 216
GB per hour data transfer r ate in JBOD mode using standard frame.
• Supports up to 280 GB per hour writing and up to 430 GB per hour reading in JBOD mode using jumbo
frames.
• The
RDX 8000 displays cartridge status via the front panel display (OCP) with simple icons and provides.
more detailed information via RDX 8000 - the Web based remote management interface.
1.3 RDX cartridge features
• Forward and backwards compatible with all RDX docks
• High speed transfer rate for fast backups
 Superior vibration control insures optimum data transfer speed
• High level of data
reliability
 Error rate determined by
HDD model in cartridge

Ruggedized cartridge to protect from data loss due to normal user handling of cartridge – Cartridge
materials engineered to protect from data loss due to
ESD
• Cartridge includes a fault indicator at the front of the cartridge to inform users when the cartridge is
faulty.
• Cartridge includes a write protect switch to protect the cartridge from accidental overwrite of user data.
• Cartridge includes venting to enable cooling of the HDD.
• Cartridge includes gripping features for
automation.
• Cartridge provides a rear opening for use with a latch to control media removal.
• Cartridge profile is unsymmetrical
(keyed) to prevent incorrect insertion.