Integrating EqualLogic PS6x10 Arrays With Existing SANs

With the introduction of 10Gb Ethernet-based EqualLogic PS 6x10 series of iSCSI arrays, administrators need to determine what is the best way to take advantage of this high performing storage solution. Should they build out separate storage area network (SAN) groups for their 10 gigabit arrays, or can they integrate their new arrays into their existing 1 gigabit EqualLogic SAN group. Leveraging Dell's award winning EqualLogic PS Series SAN array technology, the 10Gb Ethernet-based PS6010 and PS6510 series of arrays provide a scalable, high-performance, tiered storage solution to meet almost any application requirement. This paper describes strategies and best practices for integrating and managing the 10 gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) PS Series arrays into existing EqualLogic SANs consisting of one gigabit Ethernet (1GbE) PS Series arrays.