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NAS gateway specifications
A NAS gateway offers file-based accesses to external storage on a disk array -- or a SAN, where users can take advantage of superior performance and reliability while maintaining a level of simplicity. Since storage is moved off of the NAS device, in... Buying Guide
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New iSCSI SAN/NAS box touts better performance
Agami's new low-end iSCSI SAN/NAS box is pricier than other scaled-down offerings, but has a few more high-end features. Article
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Why not do everything with NAS vs. SAN?
Go ahead! As long as the applications support NAS... FAQ
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When do you think a higher level of integration with different storage protocols will happen?
Honestly -- maybe never. There are some vendors that do this today, but... FAQ
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Compellent takes a step closer to NAS
Compellent has switched from a partnership with OnStor to its own branded NAS gateway for file access to its SAN, but some users are waiting on deeper integration. Article
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Florida city government consolidates NAS with Siafu's IP SAN
Siafu Software's IP SAN was cheap, simple, and its NAS gateway allows end users at the City of Isles Beach better protection and access to files than traditional servers. Article
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Emulex stands alone with FC-SATA switch
Emulex has released an embedded storage switch based on the newly approved FC-SATA standard, but it's unclear if any other companies in the industry are on the bandwagon. Article
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What is the advantage of having unified storage?
There is debate about that. Many customers may prefer to have just one storage system, avoiding specialized storage systems, like NAS for file-based access or a complicated block-based storage system... FAQ
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Do all the vendors offer unified storage?
No. Some vendors are moving in that direction and others have a limited number of OEM product offerings now. However, several vendors currently offer established products... FAQ
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What are the disadvantages of unified storage over independent block and file systems?
There are some compromises that you'll need to make; there are certainly some control granularity issues. The pattern of access for file-based data and block-based data is significantly different... FAQ