Tenders Are Invited For Redundant Array Of Independent Disk (Raid) – Reutlingen University - Data Storage

Redundant Array Of Independent Disk (Raid) – Reutlingen University - Data Storage. 1. Object Of Procurement The Aim Is To Procure An Expansion Of The Existing Central Data Storage Infrastructure For The Secure Storage, Structured Provision And Further Processing Of Large Scientific Research Data Sets. 2. Area Of ​​Application The Memory Expansion Should In Particular Be Used In The B.I.T. Record The Data-Intensive Research Data Generated In The Lab. This Primarily Includes High-Resolution 3D And 4D Image Data From Confocal Microscopy As Well As Other Scientific Measurement And Analysis Data. The System Should Provide Reliable Access For Several Authorized Users And Be Able To Be Integrated Into The Existing University It. 3. Functional Requirements The System Must Be Particularly Suitable For: - Permanent Storage And Reliable Provision Of Large Research Data Sets - Simultaneous Access By Several Authorized Users - Structured User And Rights Management - Protection Of Data Integrity Through Suitable Redundancy Mechanisms - Connection To Workstations And Other Scientific Systems Via The Existing Network Infrastructure - Integration Into A Security Or Backup Concept Provided By The Client - Expandability Of The Storage Capacity Within The Framework Of The System Architecture Specified In The Specifications - Monitoring And Documentation Of The System Status 4. Basic Technical Requirements What Is Required Is A System With The Following Basic Properties: - Storage Architecture Suitable For The Intended Continuous Operation - Redundant Design To Protect Against The Failure Of Storage Media And Central Components In Accordance With The Specifications, Including A Redundant Power Supply - Suitable Network Interfaces And Transmission Services - User, Group And Access Management - Monitoring And Administration Functions - Interfaces Or Functions For Data Backup And Recovery - Possibility Of Later Capacity Expansion In Accordance With The Specifications - Compatibility With The Security And Operating Requirements Of The University It 5. Scope Of Services The Scope Of Services Includes In Particular: - Delivery Of The Complete Storage System Including The Components And Licenses Required In The Specifications - Installation Or Installation At The Intended Installation Location - Installation, Configuration And Commissioning - Integration Into The Network And It Infrastructure Specified By The Client In Coordination With The University It - Setting Up The Basic User, Rights And Storage Structure In Accordance With Coordination - Functional Testing And Proof Of The Intended Storage And Access Functions - Instruction Of The Operating Staff - Complete Technical And Administrative Documentation 6. Special Notes - Required Rack Space, Power, Cooling, Network Connections, Uninterruptible Power Supply Or Other Infrastructure Are Complete In The Quotation