The Accusys A16S3-PS is a remarkable 16-bay rackmount RAID system with a redundant power supply. It supports both SAS and SATA SSD/HDD in 16 bays, delivering outstanding performance speeds of over 2500MB/s (read) and 2100 MB/s (write). This makes it powerful and versatile enough to handle most tasks related to 4K editing software and storage. Based on PCIe3.0 technology, it offers both impressive performance and large capacity. Production companies choose it to avoid high costs and the complexities of traditional DAS and SAN solutions. Technical specs include a 32 Gb/s data transfer rate, support for 3.5', 2.5', and SSD disk types, various RAID levels, 2G DDRlll 1866 ECC-protected cache memory, and more. It also has useful RAID controller functions and management features.
Using the Accusys A16S3-PS is quite straightforward. First, install it in a suitable rack. Make sure to connect it to a stable power source using the redundant power supply for reliability. Connect your SAS or SATA SSD/HDD drives to the appropriate interfaces. When setting up the RAID level, choose according to your data protection and performance needs. For day - to - day use, keep an eye on the LED indicators on the front to monitor the RAID and disk drive status. In terms of maintenance, keep the system in an environment with an operating temperature between 0°C and 40°C and a humidity level between 5% and 85% (non - condensing). Periodically check the event log saved in a text file for any potential issues. If you receive an event notification by email, address the problem promptly. Also, ensure the fans are working properly as they have a smart control feature to keep the system cool. Avoid sudden power cuts to prevent data loss and system damage.
