Continuous
Processing features
Like other Stratus systems, V Series
servers use Continuous Processing technology to safeguard
uptime without the operational complexity and added costs
inherent in high-availability alternatives. Built-in fault
tolerance eliminates the failover scripting, repeated testing,
and application changes required with server clusters.
Lockstep technology
With Stratus’ lockstep technology, replicated, faulttolerant
hardware components process the same instructions at the same
time. In the event of a component malfunction, the partner
component acts as an active spare that continues normal operation.
There is no system downtime and no data loss.
VOS operating system
V Series servers run Stratus’ VOS operating system,
which for decades has supported the computer industry’s
top levels of uptime. Release 16.1 is required for the V 250,
V 300, and V 500 models.
Uptime-protecting service
Stratus V Series servers are designed to continuously monitor
their own operation. If a problem is detected, the server
correctly isolates the condition, and automatically opens
a call that tells the Stratus support center exactly what
action to take. Remote
support capabilities — made possible by the system’s
design and the worldwide Remote Services Network — enable
our service engineers to troubleshoot and resolve problems
online more than 95% of the time. The system also automatically
orders its own hot-swappable replacement part when necessary.
 
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