Storage pooling
Storage pooling is the underlying technology behind storage virtualization and storage clusters. Pooling software creates a storage pool across disk systems, treating the capacity on the systems as one virtual storage space. Storage pooling simplifies storage management, and can simplify scaling of RAID and other storage by allowing new hardware to join an existing pool.
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Download: Navigating the All-Flash Array Buying Process
All-flash storage is taking over as the first choice to store mission-critical workloads. But all-flash array (AFA) storage products are not all the same, as they vary by capacity, performance, reliability, and price. Allow this expert buyer’s guide to help you through the all-flash array evaluation and purchasing process.
Storage pooling News
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January 15, 2018
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Jan'18
Software-defined storage products: 2017 Products of the Year finalists
The 11 software-defined storage finalists in this year's competition highlight the most recent developments in flash, cloud and container technologies.
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May 01, 2015
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May'15
Is VSAN 6 the next DVR, or the next Netflix?
VMware's VSAN 6 could alter the way storage is delivered and consumed, but whether it is the catalyst that accelerates SDS adoption is still unknown.
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July 10, 2006
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Jul'06
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.
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May 19, 2005
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May'05
Storage Clips: CCI uses OnStor to pool EMC and 3Par disk
CCI, a developer of online communities, has installed two OnStor NAS gateways to pool EMC Clariion and 3Par disk for better utilization.
Storage pooling Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Storage Spaces Direct requirements you need to know about
Microsoft's architecture uses commodity hardware to create highly available, software-defined storage. But success depends on following the vendor's rules and recommendations. Continue Reading
Evaluate Storage pooling Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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What's new in Microsoft Storage Spaces Direct?
Microsoft has increased the capacity, resiliency and other advantages of the software-defined storage that comes with Windows Server 2019. Find out about all the benefits. Continue Reading
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Will Microsoft's storage replication impact failover clusters?
How will Microsoft storage replication affect failover clustering in the latest version of Windows Server? Brien Posey explains in this expert answer. Continue Reading
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Has Cluster Shared Volume support changed in Windows Server 2012 R2?
Support for Cluster Shared Volumes has improved since its original release. Windows expert Brien Posey explains some of the most important upgrades. Continue Reading
Manage Storage pooling
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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RDCs and SDCs: How to replicate data between clustered nodes
Backup and availability experts describe the difference between using a replicated data cluster (RDC) versus a shared data cluster (SDC), and why one is better. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Storage pooling 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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How will Windows Server 2012 upgrades impact Windows storage pools?
Learn what steps administrators should take to preserve the functionality of storage pools when upgrading to Windows Server 2012 R2. Continue Reading
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VSphere Metro Storage Cluster: Cross-site HA, DRS from one cluster
Find out how vSphere Metro Storage Cluster delivers cross-site HA and load distribution, as well as which IT organizations are a good fit for it. Continue Reading
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Clustering for high availability
This advice details the hardware and software requirements for setting up two data servers in fail-safe cluster mode for high availability. Continue Reading