
Chapter 1 - VMA-series Overview
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VMA-series Memory Array Installation and Service Guide
HP-AM456-9002A Rev 01
Features
The Memory Array:
• Combines standard memory technology and Violin intelligence to create a
high-bandwidth, high IOPS, low latency, cost-effective memory array.
• Operates as a direct-attached or SAN-attached (vSHARE) storage system
that can be used for swap space, file systems, or exported as raw Logical
Unit Numbers (LUNs) or devices. Supports fast random or sequential
access operations as there are no mechanical heads to move or spindles to
spin.
• In the base configuration it directly connects via PCI Express (PCIe) to
one or two host computers running Windows or Linux, or to a Memory
Gateway.
• Alternatively, it may be connected to a storage area network (SAN) via
Fibre Channel or Ethernet (iSCSI).
• Is designed for highly reliable data center operation. The system is built with
spare Power Supplies, Fans, and Violin Intelligent Memory Modules
(VIMMs).
Physical Components
Chassis
Figure 1.1 illustrates the front view of the Memory Array chassis and Figure 1.2
illustrates the rear view.
Front View
The front panel has the Power and Reset buttons that allow you to start, stop, or
reset the Memory Array.
Figure 1.1 Memory Array - Front View
A RAID
ADMIN
AC OK
DC OK
STATUS
ALARM
B
USB
Ports
Reset
Button
Front
LEDs
Power
Button
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