Storage Management Strategies for the CIO
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Networked storage vs. direct attached storage
SAN expert Greg Schulz describes the benefits of networked storage to a reader. Ask the Expert
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Hard zoning vs. soft zoning
SAN expert Greg Schulz explains the difference between hard and soft zoning. Ask the Expert
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Network connectivity for megastream Ethernet
SAN expert Greg Schulz answers a reader's question: "Which type of network connectivity will work with a megastream Ethernet?" Ask the Expert
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The cost of iSCSI storage systems and Fibre Channel arrays
Installing a iSCSI storage system or a Fibre Channel array can be expensive; make sure you know which on is cheaper and more efficient. Ask the Expert
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Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop or switched disk?
Storage expert Greg Schulz offers advice to a reader considering buying high-end storage from two different vendors -- one uses Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop technology and one uses a switched-disk interface. Ask the Expert
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HBAs: Are dual HBAs worth the investment?
Storage networking expert Greg Schulz offers advice to a reader debating whether to invest in dual HBAs for their SAN. Ask the Expert
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Fiber optics over distance
Networking expert Greg Schulz offers advice to a reader that asked about using fiber-optic cabling over long distances. Ask the Expert
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FATA vs. FC disk drives
Storage expert Greg Schulz compares FATA and FC disk drives. Ask the Expert
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iSCSI, iFCP and FCIP: How do they stack up?
iSCSI, iFCP and FCIP are compared in this Q&A. Ask the Expert
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Why do HBAs in a SAN have same base?
Storage expert Chris Poelker outlines WWN basics in order to answer the question: "Why do HBAs in a SAN have same base?" Ask the Expert