The IBM TotalStorage Network Attached Storage 300G is a specialized NAS server that resides between the Ethernet LAN and the storage area network (SAN). The NAS 300G is designed to provide your Ethernet LAN-attached servers and end-user clients access to the storage resources located on the SAN. It helps you avoid the cost of using multiple devices to obtain access to SAN storage by providing an efficient alternative to direct Fiber Channel attachment by each device.The 5196 Model G01 is a single-node model of the TotalStorage NAS 300G offering enhanced performance and a much greater selection of adapter features, when compared to earlier models. The 5196 Model G01 single-node system is composed of one 5187 NAS Engine Model 6RY and optional features, such as additional Ethernet, Fiber Channel, and SCSI adapters. The NAS 5196 Models G01 attaches to your application and transaction servers via high-performance 10/100 Mbps and Gigabit Ethernet LAN adapters.