Storage Management Strategies for the CIO
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Capacity utilization efficiency not above your pay grade
In this data storage efficiency tip, expert Jon Toigo explains how capacity utilization can yield benefits like more disk space and lowered costs. Feature
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Capacity allocation efficiency explained
Jon Toigo provides tips on how to improve capacity allocation efficiency. Successful allocation prevents storage-related downtime and associated costs. Feature
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Choose an integrated stack for efficiency, easy storage implementation
An integrated stack bundles servers, storage and networking in a preconfigured product and is easy to install and manage. Feature
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Recovering from a disaster: A data center checklist
Recovering from a disaster is never easy. Arm yourself with our data center checklists to make your disaster recovery process easier. Feature
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Using a colocation data center for disaster recovery
Find out what the benefits of a colocation data center are and what criteria you should follow when choosing a colocation facility. FAQ
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Solving common data deduplication system problems
Still not getting the deduplication ratios vendors are promising? Learn about the most common problems with deduplication systems and how to fix them. Column
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Selecting an automated notification system for data center disasters
Automated notification systems can prevent communication problems during a data center disaster. Find out how to choose the right system in this tip. Column
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Improving storage efficiency in data storage equipment a complex task, but getting easier
The process of improving the storage efficiency and power consumption of data storage equipment is a complicated one, with a variety of factors to consider. Special Report
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Reduce storage power consumption via higher IOPS and capacity per watt
Boost IOPS and capacity per watt to reduce storage power consumption; powering off disk drives and reducing data may not be enough to reduce power, cooling. FAQ
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Disk spin-down: Power savings with a catch
Disk spin-down and MAID can reduce power consumption, but spin-up latency and time-outs are drawbacks. Read about one firm's experience with disk spin-down. Feature