Flash storage for applications
"You can find the latest news, tips, reports and in-depth guides on flash storage for applications on this page. Learn how flash-based storage can help specific application performance, including how to identify which apps require all-flash storage performance. Because flash comes at a price premium, it’s valuable to know the specific use cases that benefit from flash. "
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PDF: The NAND flash essentials one-stop shop
Look no further than this guide for your NAND flash memory essentials. Your copy includes an in-depth breakdown of SLC, MLC and TLC NAND, a performance and cost comparison of NAND vs. DRAM and NOR, and how the NAND flash shortage affects SSD supply and pricing.
Flash storage for applications News
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November 13, 2018
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Nov'18
Western Digital Ultrastar DC ME200 optimizes memory storage
Western Digital extends its Ultrastar SSD line, adding a software-defined layer for fast in-memory computing. An onboard hypervisor mounts the storage capacity as usable memory.
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June 21, 2018
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Jun'18
Cisco hyper-converged HyperFlex adds NVMe-enabled model
Cisco HyperFlex 3.5 software adds native DR and cloud-based Intersight Storage Analytics. The all-flash hyper-converged systems integrate Nvidia GPUs and Intel Optane NVMe SSDs.
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June 21, 2018
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Jun'18
New 12 Gbps single-port Toshiba SAS SSD takes aim at SATA
Toshiba designed a new single-ported 12 Gbps RM5 SAS SSD to replace slower 6 Gbps SATA SSDs in servers until faster NVMe-based PCIe SSDs are ready for wider market adoption.
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June 11, 2018
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Jun'18
Industry vet Lewis reveals plan to save Violin flash storage
New Violin Systems CEO Mark Lewis' strategy for saving the flash vendor focuses on its core high-performance technology and a rebuilt channel partner-oriented sales team.
Flash storage for applications Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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The ultimate guide to NAND flash technology
NAND flash drives' layers and bits-per-cell counts affect which kinds of devices are right for an organization. Capacity and durability are the main issues to consider. Continue Reading
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NAND flash memory technologies evolve to support QLC
QLC NAND pushes the storage capacity of flash devices higher, but devices can wear out more quickly than other NAND types because more data can be written to the same cell. Continue Reading
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Explore health IT data storage strategies
Healthcare IT professionals have storage technology options in front of them to deal with an influx of digital patient data. Flash storage is one such area to keep in mind. Continue Reading
Evaluate Flash storage for applications Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Test your grasp of 3D NAND flash technology
Adoption of 3D NAND flash is on the rise and fueling growth in the NAND market. Take our quiz to find out what matters about this key technology. Continue Reading
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New memory technologies challenge NAND flash dominance
Cost and scaling limits mean planar NAND flash as we know it will slowly cede its pre-eminent place in the memory hierarchy to emerging technologies such as 3D XPoint. Continue Reading
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SSDs vs. HDDs: When is all-flash storage overkill?
The SSD vs. HDD analysis isn't as simple as it looks. SSD prices are falling, and capacities increasing. But HDDs are still a good deal and fine for many noncritical workloads. Continue Reading
Manage Flash storage for applications
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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When to use TLC NAND flash memory
TLC NAND flash storage devices wear out quickly, and they're not as fast as MLC or SLC. But TLC devices are a good choice for tier 2 storage and read-heavy applications. Continue Reading
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What important NVMe 1.2 developments should I know about?
We know about solid-state standards like NVMe and SCSI Express, but some developments, such as using system RAM, should be on your radar. Find out how these factors affect SSD storage. Continue Reading
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Use policy-based automation to maximize your flash investment
Storage automation tools offer a wide range of functionality that can benefit shops using flash storage alongside traditional disk. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Flash storage for applications Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Pros and cons of file- and block-based flash caching
George Crump of Storage Switzerland discusses pros and cons of file and block flash caching and how they can be implemented in this Expert Answer. Continue Reading
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How DRAM or NVRAM cache can reduce flash SSD write amplification
DRAM/NVRAM caching provides SSD systems with better performance while reducing flash SSD write amplification. Continue Reading
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Primary storage deduplication increasingly at play in all-flash arrays
Leah Schoeb of Evaluator Group discusses how primary storage deduplication increases efficiency and longevity of solid-state storage. Continue Reading