The StorageGRID SG6000 appliance is an integrated storage and computing platform that operates as a Storage Node in a StorageGRID grid. The appliance can be used in a hybrid grid environment that combines appliance Storage Nodes and virtual (software-based) Storage Nodes.
The SG6000 appliance is available in the SG6060 model, which includes the following components:
Component | Description |
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Compute controller | SG6000-CN controller, a one-rack unit (1U) server, which includes:
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Storage controller shelf | E-Series E2860 controller shelf (storage array), a 4U shelf which includes:
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The maximum raw storage available in the StorageGRID appliance is limited to drives within the single storage controller shelf. You cannot expand the available storage by adding a shelf with additional drives.
This figure shows the front of the SG6060 model, which includes a 1U compute controller, and a 4U enclosure containing the storage controllers and 60 drives in five drive drawers.
1 | SG6000-CN compute controller with front bezel |
2 | E2860 controller shelf with front bezel |
3 | SG6000-CN compute controller with front bezel removed |
4 | E2860 controller shelf with front bezel removed |
This figure shows the back of the SG6060 model, including the compute and storage controllers, fans, and power supplies.
1 | Power supply (1 of 2) for SG6000-CN compute controller |
2 | Connectors for SG6000-CN compute controller |
3 | Fan (1 of 2) for E2860 controller shelf |
4 | E-Series E2800 storage controller (1 of 2) and connectors |
5 | Power supply (1 of 2) for E2860 controller shelf |