Fujitsu Philippines Inc.
Fujitsu Releases ETERNUS 2000 Entry-Level Disk Array
Delivering High-End Performance and Reliability
MANILA, PHILIPPINES, May 11, 2007 — Fujitsu Limited today announced the release of the ETERNUS 2000 series, an entry-level addition to its existing line of disk arrays. The new series comes in three models that offer extensive copying features, including the ability to run backups during regular operations, and make it possible to integrate storage into an expandable system that comes in a compact, energy-saving package. Fujitsu is today starting a phased launch of the new series worldwide (*1).
Each of the new models comes in a thin, 2U (9-cm) rackmount configuration. Reducing the total number of parts in these models has reduced their power consumption by roughly 40% (*2). In addition, the operating noise level emitted by the new series is just 42 decibels, the quietest level in the industry. Despite being entry-level arrays, they include high-end features, such as advanced copy capabilities and a maximum capacity of 54 TB, enabling economical data backup as well as storage of burgeoning data volumes for systems supporting a division of a large corporation or enterprise systems of mid-sized companies.
Like the rest of the ETERNUS series, the new models work with any UNIX or PC server. By enhancing its line of entry-level disk arrays, Fujitsu is responding to the diversity of customer needs in the marketplace.
In order to enhance internal compliance, corporate information-systems departments are seeking inexpensive ways to efficiently store and manage burgeoning volumes of data. To respond to this need, Fujitsu has enhanced its line of products with three disk array models in the new ETERNUS 2000 series, which are equipped with extensive copy features, including live backups, and are expandable, facilitating data integration.
- Key Features
1. Compact, energy-saving design
By integrating onto a single chip the RAID controller as well as the control functions for external and internal interfaces, which used to require multiple chips and a significant amount of space, while also reducing the product’s total parts count by roughly 60%, Fujitsu was able to make the ETERNUS 2000 extremely compact, with a casing thickness of just 2U (9-cm), extremely energy efficient, consuming 40% less energy than previous models. Moreover, with the addition of Eco-Mode, which stops the spinning of disks that are not accessed, power consumption can be reduced by up to 15% (*3) compared to the case in which spinning is not stopped.
To reduce operational noise, the fan speed adjusts for multiple levels, depending on the ambient temperature, enabling 42-decibel operation, the quietest level in the industry, and making the workplace as quiet as a library.
2. Easy to operate, easy to deploy
Initial setup can be handled via a web interface that demands the fewest parameters possible, making this system extremely easy to bring on-line. Those wishing to fine-tune their setup still have access to a detailed setup menu, available in Japanese and English.
3. Extensive copy features, including live backup
ETERNUS 2000 models 100 and 200 support the Advanced Copy function, which permits high-speed disk-to-disk copies during regular operations. To meet diverse customer needs for backups, the series also supports copy functions that previously have only been seen on midrange models, including QuickOPC, a copy function optimized to backups of core databases for data that is crucial to store, and SnapOPC, a copy function optimized for multi-generational backups in which only data changes are copied to the copy volume.
4. Expandable enough to act as an integrated storage environment
The ETERNUS 2000 model 200 can be configured with a maximum of 72 disk mechanisms for a total of 54 TB of storage. This makes it a good candidate for integrating storage at the department level. This unit can be configured with fast, reliable 15,000 rpm SAS drives, or with SATA drives for disk-to-disk backup and near-line archiving. It even supports heterogeneous drive types in the same chassis, permitting generational upgrades inside the same box.
5. Top of the line reliability, broad OS support
Every model in the ETERNUS 2000 series includes redundant controllers, power supplies, and fans. With support for RAID6, which enables data to be preserved even when two drives in the same RAID group fail, and with Block Guard, which guarantees data coherence by adding a check-code to all data being stored, this series provides high-end reliability in entry-grade products. Another feature borrowed from high-end systems is multi-vendor support, meaning these arrays work with UNIX and PC servers from any manufacturer.
- Sales Target
12,000 systems worldwide over the next two years.
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- Attachments
- Product specification sheet
- Product line
- Pricing and availability in Japan
- Glossary & Notes
1. Only two of these models will be available outside of Japan, the ETERNUS 2000 model 100 and ETERNUS 2000 model 200.
2. 40% power reduction
Comparing the ETERNUS 2000 model 100 to the ETERNUS 4000 model 80, each configured with 12 drive mechanisms.
3. Up to 15% reduction in power consumption
Value obtained using 7.2TB of SAS drives for primary storage, 18TB of near-line SATA drives for third-generation backup, with backup drives running for 5 hours out of 24.
- Product Images
The ETERNUS 2000 Model 50
The ETERNUS 2000 Model 100
The ETERNUS 2000 Model 200
About Fujitsu Philippines, Inc.
Fujitsu Philippines Inc. (FPI) is a leading system integrator of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions for Philippine enterprises. With over five hundred full-time Filipino technology professionals and more than 30 years of operations in the country, FPI is uniquely positioned to apply the best-of-breed technology solutions to assist its customers in solving complex business problems. By leveraging the collective expertise, experience, and work ethics of its workforce, FPI has an unmatched track record in designing, building, implementing, and maintaining ICT solutions, especially in difficult projects with complex technology architectures, nation-wide geographic scope, and tight implementation schedules. FPI is an affiliate of Fujitsu Limited headquartered in Tokyo. More information about FPI’s products and services can be found at http://ph.fujitsu.com.
About Fujitsu Limited
Fujitsu is a leading provider of customer-focused IT and communications solutions for the global marketplace. Pace-setting device technologies, highly reliable computing and communications products, and a worldwide corps of systems and services experts uniquely position Fujitsu to deliver comprehensive solutions that open up infinite possibilities for its customers' success. Headquartered in Tokyo, Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 5.1 trillion yen (US$43.2 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2007. For more information, please see: www.fujitsu.com.
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