Server Desktop - Web-based Graphical User Interface (GUI)

The Web-based GUI allows for extreme ease-of-use.

The Sun Cobalt Server Desktop is an intuitive, easy-to-use Web-based GUI that shields the user from the complexity of the underlying Linux operating system. The Sun Cobalt Server Desktop provides end users with a simple yet powerful interface to manage and modify virtual sites.

IP Address Allocation

The main administrator of the server appliance can specify and limit what IP addresses will be made available to the other administrators when they create or modify virtual sites.

This feature allows Service Providers and Network administrators to fully delegate virtual site management while still making sure that IP addressing will be consistent across the network.

User Import/Export

The administrator can use this function to import or export a user list in TSV (Tab Separated Value) format.

This is a great time saving feature to move users between Virtual sites or servers.

Multiple Administrators

The system administrator can create additional administrator accounts.

The system admin can delegate the administration to trusted third parties.

Sun Cobalt BlueLinQ

Sun Cobalt BlueLinQ application delivery service is an innovative mechanism that gives Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance owners instant access to the latest product updates and new services as they become available.

Using Sun Cobalt's BlueLinQ technology, the appliance notifies the administrator when a new package is available, and then with a click of a button, allows the administrator to download the new software package and have it automatically installed.

Active Monitor

Active Monitor is a Sun Cobalt utility that regularly checks key system components for proper operation.

Active Monitor automatically sends notification messages to the administrator in the event a system component has problems.

Auto DNS (Domain Name Server)

The automatic DNS configuration option updates the DNS records when creating or modifying virtual sites.

This new feature dramatically simplifies the task of managing virtual sites.

SSH Server

A pre-installed SSHv2 server allows the administrator and users to securely connect to the server appliance using a standard SSH client.

The use of SSH considerably increases the system's security by encrypting all data including passwords that are exchanged between the client and the server appliance.

Port Scan Detection

Enhanced server security

The Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance automatically detects port scans. If the administrator chooses to do so, port scans can be logged, the emitter of the scan can be automatically blocked and an email alert can be sent to the system administrator.

Buffer Overflow Protection

Enhanced server security

The main services on the Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance are protected against buffer overflow in order to protect the system against "stack-smashing" attacks. Stack-smashing attacks are one of the most common forms of penetration attacks on the Internet and exploit vulnerabilities known as "buffer overflow vulnerabilities".

Modular Software Architecture Layer

The Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance is based on a modular software architecture enabling third-party developers to customize, modularize and implement services quickly.

This architecutre, combined with a full suite of developer tools, makes the Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance an ideal platform for the developer community.

Linux 2.4 kernel

The Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance is based on the current Linux kernel 2.4.

Linux is the ideal platform for businesses looking for cost-effective and powerful edge-networking solutions. Most applications written for Red Hat Linux can run on the Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance.

Journaling file system implemented via XFS

XFS is a journaling file system capable of quick fail over recovery after unexpected interruptions.

XFS is an important feature for mission-critical applications as it ensures data integrity and dramatically reduces startup time by avoiding FSCK delay.

Supports dual 40GB or 80GB hard drives

Increased internal data storage capacity and reliability.

The Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance can be configured with up to two 40GB or 80GB 7200RPM ATA IDE hard drives, with support for RAID 0 and 1 for data redundancy.

Power Supply with active Power Factor Correction (PFC)

The Sun Cobalt RaQ 550 server appliance includes a power supply with active Power Factor Correction (PFC) using a two-stage power converter.

Power Factor Correction (PFC) is a design technique that is usually applied to the input of off-line power supplies; the technique improves the loading characteristics of the computer on the power grid.

Tool-Free Chassis

Tool-free chassis cover removal allows for quick access to the internal components of the server.

Makes system service and maintenance extremely quick and easy.