IBM's new arrays by Rich Castagna
IBM's new family of arrays is based on its server architectures and united by common software. The DS8000 is built around the Power5 processor, which supports partitioning. The modular DS6000 scales from a mere 292GB to an enterprise-worthy 67TB.

Tiered storage has arrived by Mark Schlack
Our semiannual Purchasing Intentions survey shows spending is up, if not at the levels of earlier this year. Storage managers are spreading money across multiple tiers of storage products.

How to design a core/edge SAN by Norman Owens
The SPICE formula offers a creative and easy way to determine the best design for an efficient core/edge SAN.

The search for cost-effective disaster recovery by Marc Staimer
Creating an efficient DR strategy starts with determining the value of your company's applications and data. You can find the right mix of DR technologies to protect your data without breaking the bank.

4Gb--ready or not, here it comes
You might not need them, but 4Gb/sec Fibre Channel products are coming. Comparably priced to 2Gb/sec and backward compatible, they might end up in your storage network whether you need them or not.