Overview

The Iomega® StorCenter ix12-300r Network Storage Array offers easy-to-use, powerful and affordable network storage for any workgroup, department and small- to medium-sized business. Powered by enterprise-class EMC® LifeLine™ software, the StorCenter ix12-300r is available in configurations starting at 4TB, and can be expanded up to 24TB in a single array. Robust connectivity allows simultaneous multi-protocol file and iSCSI block-level access. High performance makes the StorCenter ix12 an ideal candidate for email and database applications or as a fast backup target. High reliability features ensure maximum availability; RAID with hot-swap drives and automatic rebuild; dual hot-swap power supplies; redundant variable-speed hot-swap chassis cooling fans.

Features

• Capacity: Starting at 4TB (4 x 1TB SATA-II Hard Disk Drives HDDs) with maximum capacity of 24TB (12 x 2TB SATA-II Hard Disk Drives)
• 4-drive disk packs enable expansion to 8 or 12 drive configurations
• RAID Support: On-disk data protection and organization configurable as RAID 0, 1, 5, 6 and 10. Automatic RAID rebuild and hot swap drives.

• Storage Pools: Storage Pools group drives of like size and RAID protection together to simplify management.

• Expandability: Add storage capacity by simply adding drives in the unpopulated drive bays. Added drives can be brought into an existing Storage Pool or made into a new Storage Pool. Additionally, USB connected Hard Disk Drives can be attached and used as shares. The StorCenter ix12 supports read and write on Fat32, NTFS, or ext2/ext3 formatted hard disks; read only of external HFS+ formatted drives.

• Sharing: Access files from any networked Windows, Mac, or Linux workstation or server for easy file sharing, data backup and print serving.

• Network File Protocols Supported:
• Microsoft (CIFS/SMB/Rally) FTP
• Linux/UNIX (NFS) HTTP
• Apple AFP/Bonjour support SNMP
• Windows DFS WebDAV
• VLAN tagging
• Sophisticated Networking: Ethernet port bonding for load balancing, high performance bandwidth aggregation or failover; Virtual LAN (VLAN) capability simplifies management and operation by enabling devices to be logically, but not physically in the same subnet.

• Data Organization and Access: Windows DFS organizes folders and files on a network, such that they appear to be all in one directory tree on a single Iomega StorCenter system, even if the folders reside on many devices in many different locations. WebDAV (Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning) enables viewing, adding, or deleting files on a StorCenter from the web, via HTTP or HTTPS for added security

• iSCSI Support: Provides block-level access for the most efficient storage utilization, especially for database and email application performance.

• High Performance: Quad-Gigabit Ethernet connectivity and high-performance embedded architecture, plus link aggregation (port bonding) provide extremely high throughput.

• Active Directory Support: Allows the domain users and groups to authenticate to the Active Directory service to access the StorCenter ix12.

• UPS Support: Enables an uninterruptible power supply to communicate with the system via a USB port to initiate an unattended system shutdown without data loss in the case of extended power failure.

• Drive Spindown: For maximum energy efficiency, drives spin down based on user-set policy.

• Email Alerts: If the device detects a problem, an email alert is sent to one or more email addresses.

• Remote Access: Connect from anywhere on the Internet to access content or manage the device.

• System Dashboard: Provides a one-stop summary for status information on space utilization, device, peripheral, and backup status.

• VMware® Certified: HCL certified NAS (NFS) and iSCSI storage for VMware ESX (vSphere).

• Microsoft Window Server Certified: Windows Server Catalog certified iSCSI storage for Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, and Windows Server 2008 R2.

• Citirx Certified: HCL certified NAS (NFS) and iSCSI storage for Citrix XenServer.

• Replication: The StorCenter ix12 supports device-to-device (D2D) asynchronous replication based on the end-user determined policy. Replication uses the secure rsync, rsync, or remote CIFS protocols.

• Security Camera: Connect Axis® and/or Panasonic network security cameras and the StorCenter ix12 captures and stores video without the need of a dedicated PC.

• Total Data Protection:
• Multiple network interface cards (NICs) can be configured for I/O failover
• Robust username and password authorized access or integration with Microsoft Active Directory Service
• Configure with RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10 to assure data integrity if a drive fails.
• RSA® BSAFE® technology protects installs and upgrades.
• Simple to use:
• Easy network file sharing with Automatic configuration; ready to work with any networked computer
• Management via user-friendly web interface
• Event logging and e-mail notification
• 11 languages supported by the user interface (concurrently from different clients)
• Software Compatibility: Compatible with today's most common backup software titles, web browsers, media devices and computers

• Software Iomega StorCenter™ Manager

• Warranty: Three year limited warranty with product registration

Specifications

• 2U form factor, 12 slots for 3.5 inch SATA-II Hard Disk Drives

• Intel Core2 Duo E8400 @ 3GHz CPU

• 2GB DDR2 Memory

• Four (4) 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports (RJ 45 connector)

• Four (4) SATA-II hard disk drives

• RAID 0, 1, 10, 5, and 6 protection on a per-Storage Pool basis

• Power Consumption
• Max: 200W
• Min: 110W (drives spun down)
• iSCSI: 256 LUNS maximum, 256 hosts maximum

• Three USB 2.0 ports; One front, two rear

• LAN standards: IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u

• AC Voltage 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

• User Interface, localized in English, French, German Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese

• Quick start guide, and HTML users manual all localized in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian

Note: All specifications are subject to change without notice and may change depending upon your computer’s performance and specifications.

Certifications

• The Iomega® StorCenter™ ix12-300 Network Storage Array has received the following certifications:
• Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 - ESRP Listed
• Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2
• VMware vSphere ESX4 (iSCSI and NAS)
• Citrix XenServer 5.5 (iSCSI & NFS)

Contents

• Iomega® StorCenter™ ix12-300r Rackmount NAS Server

• Sliding rail kit for standard 19" rack

• Ethernet cable

• Six Power Cords (USA, United Kingdom, Japan, European, Australia)

• Printed Quick Start Guide

• Solutions CD with system administration software and user manual

• Service & Support: Three year standard service. Extended Service Plan is available.

System Requirements

PC Users:

• Pentium® 300Mhz processor or higher
• Microsoft® Windows® Server, XP Home/XP Professional/XP Professional x64; Windows Vista™ Home Basic/Home Premium/Business/Ultimate, Windows 7 Home/Home Premium/Pro, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 6.0, Firefox® 1.5, Netscape® 8.0, or higher
• 256MB RAM or higher
• CD or DVD drive to install software
• Must meet minimum RAM requirements for your operating system
• Available 10/100 Mbps network Ethernet port (required)
• 1000 Mbps recommended for maximum performance
• DHCP-configured Network (recommended)
• Network hub, switch, or router (recommended)

Mac® Users:

• Available 10/100 Mbps network Ethernet port (required)
• 1000 Mbps recommended for maximum performance
• Requires Mac OS X 10.3 or higher
• Apple Safari 2.0 browser or higher to view user manual
• 128MB RAM or higher
• CD or DVD drive to install software
• Must meet minimum RAM requirements for your operating system
• DHCP-configured Network (recommended)
• Network hub, switch, or router (recommended)

Linux Users:

• Supported Linux distributions: Ubuntu 7.10, Fedora 8, Fedora 7, Fedora Core 6/5, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Desktop/Workstation, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 Desktop/Workstation, OpenSUSE 10.3, Debian 4
• DHCP-configured Network (recommended)
• Network hub, switch, or router (recommended)

Iomega StorCenter ix12-300r 4TB (4 x 1000GB) 12-bay 2U NAS