Dell PowerVault MD3800i - Manual (Page 7)

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About Your System
Introduction
The MD3800i and MD3820i Series storage array is designed for high availability, offering redundant
access to data storage. Its features support both single and dual RAID controller configurations.
The Dell PowerVault MD3800i and 3820i Series storage array provides 10 G/1000 BaseT connectivity to
the host server. It enables access to 32 physical hosts.
The MD3800i and MD3820i Series storage array includes a number of components. These components
are:
• RAID controller module(s)
• PSU/fan modules
• Disk drives (also called physical disks/hard drives in this document)
• A front bezel (optional)
• A system enclosure, into which the other components are plugged
Front-Panel Features and Indicators
Figure 1. Front-Panel Features and Indicators—Dell PowerVault MD3800i
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