SWSE5 Series Solid State Disks

This user's guide provides detailed instructions for installing and maintaining the Digital Equipment Corporation SWSE5 series solid state disk drives (models SWSE5-SA 107 MB and SWSE5-SB 428 MB). It covers the following topics:

• Overview: Describes the technology and benefits of solid state disks in reducing system I/O bottlenecks.
• Installation: Provides step-by-step procedures for installing the drive into a StorageWorks Expansion Storage Pedestal, including setting the SCSI ID and utilizing hot-swap or cold-swap methods.
• System Preparation: Explains the necessary configuration steps including battery charging, updating the format.dat file, labeling/relabeling the disk, and creating/mounting filesystems for SunOS and Solaris environments.
• Data Retention: Details the data retention subsystem, which includes an internal SCSI drive and a battery subsystem to ensure non-volatility and data protection during power loss.
• Specifications: Contains detailed technical specifications for both the 107 MB and 428 MB models, including physical, performance, power, and environmental data.