Object Storage

Object Storage

This topic applies to XInsight-managed systems running QSM 4.2 or later.

The Object Storage page enables you to create and manage object storage buckets, monitor bucket capacity, assign access keys and object-level permissions, and delete buckets that are no longer required.

Go to Storage > Object Storage.

Restriction: Bucket management is supported only through XInsight. Third-party applications cannot be used to create, configure, or delete object storage buckets.

Buckets are grouped by storage pool in the Object Volumes panel. Select a bucket to view its basic information, capacity usage, and access control settings.

Create a Bucket #

Click the + icon in the lower-left corner of the Object Volumes panel. The Create New Bucket wizard opens and guides you through the following steps:

  • Bucket Information
  • Access Control
  • Ready to Complete

Bucket Information #

Configure the storage location and properties of the bucket.

Bucket Location

Select the storage pool in which to create the bucket. The list displays the unallocated space available in each pool. Ensure that the selected pool has sufficient unallocated space for the new bucket.

Bucket Name

Enter a unique name for the bucket. Use a clear and consistent naming convention to make the bucket easier to identify.

Capacity

Enter the capacity to allocate to the bucket in GB. The capacity summary displays the total, used, and available capacity.

Snapshot Space

Enable this toggle to reserve space for bucket snapshots.

Click Next to configure access control.

Access Control #

Select the access keys that can access the bucket and define the actions permitted for each key.

Access keys must be created before they can be assigned to a bucket. You can manage access keys under System > Service > Object Storage.

Select Access Keys

Select one or more access keys from the list. The selected keys appear in the Configure Access Keys panel. Assigning an access key is optional. You can create the bucket without an access key and configure access control later.

Configure Access Keys

Configure the following settings for each selected access key:

Prefix

Enter an optional prefix to restrict access to objects whose names begin with the specified value. Leave this field blank to apply the selected actions to the entire bucket.

Actions

Select one or more permitted actions:

  • GET: Read or download objects.
  • PUT: Upload or replace objects.
  • LIST: List objects in the bucket.
  • DELETE: Delete objects.

Configure only the permissions required by the user or application associated with the access key.

Click Next to review the configuration.

Ready to Complete #

Review the following settings. Click Previous to modify the configuration, or click Finish to create the bucket.

View Bucket Information #

Select a bucket from the Object Volumes panel, and then select the bucket summary.

The Bucket Information panel displays the following information:

  • Bucket name
  • Storage pool location
  • Allocated capacity

Extend Bucket Capacity #

Select a bucket, and then select Capacity. The settings panel displays the amount of used and allocated capacity.

To increase the capacity:

  1. Enable the Extend Bucket toggle.
  2. Enter the additional capacity.
  3. Select GB or TB as the capacity unit.
  4. Click Extend.

The extension amount cannot exceed the unallocated space available in the storage pool.

Manage Access Control #

Select a bucket, and then select Access Control. The panel displays the access keys currently assigned to the bucket.

To modify access control:

  1. Click the edit icon in the lower-left corner of the Access Keys panel.
  2. Select or clear the required access keys.
  3. For each selected key, configure the optional prefix and permitted actions.
  4. Click Finish to apply the changes.

Removing an access key from the bucket prevents applications using that key from accessing the bucket.

Delete a Bucket #

Select the bucket that you want to delete, and then click Delete under Bucket Deletion. Review the confirmation message, and click Delete to proceed.

Warning: Deleting a bucket permanently removes the bucket and all data stored in it. This action cannot be undone. Back up all required data before deleting the bucket.

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