Pioneer DRM-6NX - Manual (Page 4)

A Simple Answer
To The Complex Questions
Since 1989, Pioneer has manufactured an award-
winning line of CD-ROM changer products with an
installed base of over 150,000. Today, Pioneer is at
the forefront of the NAS explosion with a new
product that takes network caching to the next level.
It is the DRM-6NX.
The Pioneer DRM-6NX addresses today’s network
demands through a variety of unique features
designed to simplify the traditional use of networking
CD-ROM technology.
The DRM-6NX is a network-ready, 24X CD-ROM
cache changer that combines a network interface, a
six-disc CD-ROM changer and hard disk drive in a
single, compact device. In essence, the DRM-6NX
functions as a storage server and provides the
easiest and most cost-effective way for multiple
users to share CD-ROM content. (Diagram C)
A detailed look at these features illustrates how this
single product can provide simple answers to the
complex questions.
• Performance:
The DRM-6NX offers end users four different
caching options with a wide range of features which
provide the most flexible and economical NAS
solution. The features include directory, volume,
archiving and dynamic caching.
Directory caching simply copies the table of
contents, volume, directory and file information from
each CD, creating a folder for each disc under the
root directory. This enables users to easily scan and
search data on a network instantaneously. Directory
caching on the DRM-6NX is automatic and is the
first thing that occurs when a magazine is inserted
into the changer. (Diagram D)
Volume caching involves copying the entire contents
of each CD to the hard disk drive of the DRM-6NX,
ensuring the fastest possible access and
performance. There are two built-in features to the
volume caching of the DRM-6NX which provide
enhanced capacity and performance to the network.
First, the volume feature allows only the amount of
data stored on a disc to be cached onto the hard
disk drive. This maximizes overall storage space,
allowing a higher number of CDs to be stored.
Secondly, all volume copying activity is transparent to
the user, meaning access to the data is still
instantaneous, even before it has found its way to
the hard drive.
• Storage Capacity:
The DRM-6NX can provide simple, expanded capacity
without the cost of expensive new hardware and
software. The network controller card within the unit
creates a “plug and play” feature that attaches directly
to the network using a 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX
connector (Diagram E). There is no demand on
existing network servers. The DRM-6NX can also
network software to more users without the need for
additional licensing per disc, providing a significant
cost savings.
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Diagram C
Diagram D
Diagram E