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| Product Type | Network-Attached Storage (NAS) / Unified Storage System |
| Form Factor | 4U Rackmount |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 17.5 x 44.5 x 63.5 cm (6.9 x 17.5 x 25 in) |
| Weight | 29.5 kg (65 lbs) fully configured |
| Power Supply | Dual redundant, 1000W each, 100-240V AC |
| Max Drive Bays | 24 x 3.5-inch SAS/SATA (expandable) |
| Supported Drives | 300GB/600GB/900GB SAS, 1TB/2TB SATA, SSDs |
| Max Raw Capacity | Up to 48 TB (with 2TB drives) |
| Controllers | Dual active-active controllers |
| Cache Memory | 8 GB per controller |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, DP |
| Network Interfaces | 4 x 1GbE, optional 10GbE/FCoE |
| Supported Protocols | CIFS, NFS, iSCSI, FC, FCoE |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) |
| Humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing |
| Energy Star Certified | Yes |
| Maintenance | Hot-swappable drives, fans, power supplies; LED status indicators |
| Safety | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Class A |
| Spare Parts / Repairability | Enterprise support contract; field-replaceable units (FRUs) |
| General Information | IBM System Storage N7950T, part of N series, with OnTap OS |
Frequently Asked Questions - System Storage N7950T IBM
How do I perform initial setup of the IBM System Storage N7950T?
Connect to the management port, assign an IP address via DHCP or serial console, then use the web-based System Manager to configure storage pools and volumes.
What RAID levels are supported?
Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and DP (Double Parity) for advanced data protection.
Can I mix SAS and SATA drives in the same system?
Yes, but they must be in separate disk shelves or pools. The controller handles mixed media.
How to replace a failed drive?
Locate the failed drive by its amber LED, remove it by pressing the latch, insert a new drive of the same type. The system automatically rebuilds.
What is the maximum memory supported?
Each controller supports up to 8 GB cache memory. No user upgrade is available; it's factory configured.
How do I connect to a Fibre Channel SAN?
Install the optional FCoE/FC HBA module in the expansion slot, then configure the WWNNs in the SAN fabric.
Is it possible to expand capacity online?
Yes, you can add additional disk shelves while the system is running. The new drives are recognized automatically.
What kind of backup software is compatible?
Works with IBM Tivoli Storage Manager, Symantec NetBackup, CommVault, and others via NDMP.
How to reset the admin password?
Use the serial console during boot, interrupt the process, and enter the boot monitor to reset to defaults.
What is the recommended cleaning procedure?
Power off, use a dry microfiber cloth for exterior. Do not use liquids. Clean air filters every 6 months.
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Brand : IBM
Model : System Storage N7950T
Category : Storage