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Parallel file systems become requirement for HPC environments
Many global parallel file systems rely on NFS for batch computing. But the NFS protocol has high overhead, which limits its use with I/O-intensive applications. For that reason, many HPC centers prefer Lustre, which provides parallel I/O to file syst... Article
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High performance computing demands special backup approach
For storage administrators, the increasing popularity of HPC servers translates into unique backup challenges. Tip
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NetApp takes aim at HPC market with FAS upgrades, caching devices
Along with upgrading its midrange storage with the FAS3100 series, NetApp adds caching appliances and performance acceleration cards to help eliminate I/O bottlenecks in an HPC environment. Article
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Sun unveils 'Thumper' super DAS
Sun's long anticipated project, code-named "Thumper," has taken form with the new X4500, a server that packs 24 TB of direct attached storage under a single file system. Article
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NetApp's OnTap GX finally shipping
NetApp ships clustered NAS with OnTap GX; beta user Industrial Light & Magic says it's a huge improvement over existing systems but needs better management suite. Article
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Get ready for universal grid storage
Storage analyst Arun Taneja discusses the storage industry's move towards grid storage, and the benefits it can deliver to IT. Column
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Archiving the brain
Sharing data with scientists all over the world is the challenge for Dartmouth's fMRI data center Tip
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Blade servers not looking so sharp
Bits & Bytes: In environments where blade server technology would appear to be a sure winner, there is still little to no adoption. Geoff Barrall explores why. Tip
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High availability advice: Point-to-point connections and database replication
High availability advice: Calculating availability for point-to-point connections and the pros and cons of replicating a database Article
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IBM moves forward on autonomic computing initiative
IBM is following through with its promise to deliver products that can take care of themselves. The company announced an initiative that includes a series of products that incorporate autonomic, or self-healing, technology. Article