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Direct Attached Storage with RAID Security for Enterprises
Direct Attached Storage
You need large and secure storage for your servers or workstations at short notice? We have the right solution ready.
Direct attached storage or server attached storage is the term used by experts to describe storage that is connected directly – i.e. point-to-point – to the computer. A typical example would be the USB hard drive from the private environment.
Professionals, meanwhile, use other interfaces and protocols to provide storage on the fly. Administrators also use Thunderbolt 3, SAS (SCSI), eSATA or proprietary connections via HBA in addition to USB 3.2.
Your advantages with Starline:
- Low installation effort
- Wide range of use
- High data rate
- Low protocol overhead
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The advantage of DAS structures is that they deliver high data transfer performance with short latency – i.e. low response time. Since the connected systems have exclusive access to the respective drive, all access to the direct attached storage – assuming releases and authorizations – is handled via the connected server or computer.
In addition, DAS is sometimes used as an expansion option for Network Attached Storage (NAS) and Storage Area Network (SAN) disk arrays where proprietary JBODs are not mandated. This also allows bridging into other protocol worlds such as Ethernet, TCP/IP, Fibre Channel (FICON) or iSCSI.
The options make DAS
Since single hard disks are a knock-out criterion in our line of work, the enterprise sector, the DAS systems we offer can always be protected via RAID levels. Therefore, they can always be redundantly protected by mirroring or distributing parities.
First of all there are our small twin drives which reliably do their job in the external enclosure via RAID1. Our internal RAID enclosure are equipped with up to five data carriers. They are installed in the front drive bays and connected via SAS/SATA.
Netstor’s external hybrid solutions then fall into the next category. These refined enclosures are connected to the host via Thunderbolt or a supplied HBA and offer additional storage space as well as additional PCIe slots, depending on the model.
Direct attached storage in rackmount guise
Our lush range of desktop and rackmount RAID systems from Areca with Thunderbolt interface you can find here. Their storages range from four to 24 bay installations, well into the three-digit terabyte range.
However, our core business includes in particular the large RAID systems with SAS host port from RAIDdeluxe and Infortrend. With you, the very large capacities can be built: Our experts can design systems that reach into the petabyte range. Of course, we also have corresponding JBODs in stock.
By the way: All our DAS systems can be equipped with hard disks or flash memory respectively SSDs.
Areca's ARC-8042-12 provides large capacities in a small footprint as a SAS-to-SAS desktop RAID subsystem. Up to 12 Serial-Attached SCSI (SAS) drives at 12 Gbps or 12 Serial ATA (SATA) drives at 6.0 Gbps can be accommodated in this external storage enclosure. The high-performance dual-core ROC processor, 2GB RAM memory architecture and 12 Gbit/s SAS technology ensure high performance in the workflow.
The ARC-8050T3-12R can be deployed in both PC and Mac environments with 12 bays and 2 Thunderbolt 3 ports. It features an integrated 1.2 GHz dual-core ROC and 2 GB ECC SDRAM memory for high-performance RAID protection. This allows the Thunderbolt3 system to simultaneously power demanding workgroups such as video editors with real-time HD and 4K streams. Daisy-chaining allows up to six devices to be connected, so the ARC-8050T3 rackmount requires only one Thunderbolt port to the host computer.
The ARC-8050T3-16R can be deployed in both PC and Mac environments with 16 bays and 2 Thunderbolt3 ports. It features an integrated 1.2GHz dual-core ROC and 2GB of ECC SDRAM memory for high-performance RAID protection.
This allows the Thunderbolt3 system to simultaneously power demanding workgroups such as video editors with real-time HD and 4K streams. Daisy-chaining enables the connection of up to six devices, so the ARC-8050T3 rackmount requires only one Thunderbolt port to the host computer.
The ARC-8050T3-24R can be deployed in both PC and Mac environments with 24 bays and 2 Thunderbolt3 ports. It features an integrated 1.2 GHz dual-core ROC and 2 GB ECC SDRAM memory for high-performance RAID protection. This allows the Thunderbolt3 system to simultaneously power demanding workgroups such as video editors with real-time HD and 4K streams.
Daisy-chaining allows up to six devices to be connected, so the ARC-8050T3 rackmount requires only one Thunderbolt port to the host computer.
The ARC-8050T3 SAN can be deployed in both PC and Mac environments with 24 bays and up to 9 Thunderbolt3/USB-C ports. It features an integrated 1.2 GHz dual-core ROC and 4 GB ECC SDRAM memory for high-performance RAID protection. This allows the Thunderbolt3 system to simultaneously power demanding workgroups such as video editors with real-time HD and 4K streams. The XSAN network can also be expanded with a central server via the Mac Mini slot on the back.
The sophisticated storage box can handle USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen1, USB 3.2 Gen2 and Thunderbolt 3 via a single connection. The fast RAID systems are available with 4, 6, 8 and 12 drive bays. As an operating system-independent storage system, installation is possible without additional software or drivers. It supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, single disc or JBOD for the necessary security of the data stored on it.
The compact storage cubes are suitable wherever large amounts of data need to be available quickly at individual workstations. This is particularly true for the media industry, for example in audio or video editing as well as photo composing. As there must be no disruptive noise, the Areca engineers installed an intelligent cooling system in the ARC-8050T3U. It continuously adapts to the ambient conditions by automatically regulating the speed of the brushless fan.
The sophisticated storage box handles USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen1, USB 3.2 Gen2 and Thunderbolt 3 via a single port, and the fast RAID systems are available with 4, 6, 8 and 12 drive bays. As an operating system-independent storage system, the installation succeeds without additional software or drivers. For the necessary security of the data stored on it, it supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, single disk or JBOD. The compact storage cubes are suitable wherever large amounts of data need to be quickly available at individual workstations. This is especially true for the media industry, for example in audio or video editing as well as in photo composing. Since there must be no disturbing noise, Areca's engineers installed an intelligent cooling system in the ARC-8050T3U. It continuously adapts to the ambient conditions by automatically regulating the speed of the brushless fan.
The sophisticated storage box handles USB 2.0, USB 3.2 Gen1, USB 3.2 Gen2 and Thunderbolt 3 via a single port, and the fast RAID systems are available with 4, 6, 8 and 12 drive bays. As an operating system-independent storage system, the installation succeeds without additional software or drivers. For the necessary security of the data stored on it, it supports RAID levels 0, 1, 10, 3, 5, 6, single disk or JBOD. The compact storage cubes are suitable wherever large amounts of data need to be quickly available at individual workstations. This is especially true for the media industry, for example in audio or video editing as well as in photo composing. Since there must be no disturbing noise, Areca's engineers installed an intelligent cooling system in the ARC-8050T3U. It continuously adapts to the ambient conditions by automatically regulating the speed of the brushless fan.
Your benefits
Starline quality
On-site service or on-site installation can be booked - on request also within four hours (24 x 7 x 4).
Starline maintains a high level of spare parts and is therefore able to supply spare parts long after the warranty period has expired.
Our product managers and technicians are constantly searching for sophisticated server and storage products.
We are committed only to you - the customer - and therefore always offer the best solution for you.
Sales: You can reach us weekdays from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm (Fr. 4:30 pm). Support: Assistance from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (Fr. 4:30 pm)
Starline has been active in the sector since 1982 and is a specialist in all aspects of data storage.
Our product managers and technicians are constantly searching for sophisticated server and storage products.
Starline assists from the planning stage through to the implementation of the system.
Our role
Rely on tested quality
Our employees are at your side: From the beginning you will receive detailed advice from personal contact persons. They are available as well as our technical support five days a week. We even offer a 24x7x4 service.
From service contracts and customs clearance to financing models – we offer everything from one source.
With Starline you are not on the proverbial hook once you have bought something. Starline is an independent medium-sized company that produces servers and storage systems in Germany. Our suppliers - from cables to screws to SSDs - have to undergo internal benchmarking by our technicians and are only included in the programme when their performance is beyond doubt. We also rely on cross-manufacturer standards and not on isolated solutions. Moreover, all systems assembled by us are put through their paces before they leave our premises. And last but not least: We look after you whenever you wish - for example, by providing free advice before the purchase and free technical support afterwards.
As an independent company, Starline offers servers and storage systems "Made in Germany". All devices are put through their paces before they leave our premises. In addition, we offer free advice before the purchase and free technical support afterwards - even after the warranty has expired.
The answer is clear: both! We sell and install both ready-made components - where we always install new drives, install any firmware updates and customise them - and hand-assembled systems that are completely tailored to your needs. For the latter, we use our own brands NASdeluxe, RAIDdeluxe and Zealbox, for example. All of them consist of high-quality industrial-grade components, right down to the screws.
We offer a wide range of free and bookable services. You can find a detailed overview here.
