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Unified storage

How OpenStack Block Storage differs from traditional block storage

OpenStack Block Storage differs from integrated stacks of traditional block storage, says IDC analyst; it's more akin to storage virtualization. Continue Reading
Multiprotocol and unified data storage tutorial for SMBs

In this tutorial, learn how to choose the best multiprotocol storage system, and about the block and file storage protocol options available in the latest offerings. Continue Reading
Realizing benefits of storage consolidation sometimes easier said than done

When done right, storage consolidation will reduces machine count and increases storage utilization. Just be sure to invest in vendor support, since problems stemming from consolidating a storage infrastructure will have a deep impact. Continue Reading
NAS gateway product snapshots

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, ... Continue Reading
Crash Course: Zoning

To help you get further along the road with your own SAN implementation, we've collected a wealth of expert zoning advice for you. This Crash Course will teach you about zoning methods and how to troubleshoot your own installation. Continue Reading

Get expert guidance on DRaaS options, how to evaluate potential DRaaS providers and the advantages of moving your disaster ...

Your disaster recovery-as-a-service strategy needs to consider not only business needs but your IT staff's capabilities. Options ...

Not sure if your disaster recovery plan takes business needs into account? A good plan should cover business operations, as well ...

The new Solix archiving product is the result of close development work with Microsoft. SolixCloud Enterprise Archiving features ...

The Asigra FreeNAS plugin covers up to ten physical machines, ten virtual machines and ten cloud accounts for free. Customers ...

Mall of America IT director says she'd rather have her staff working on other things -- such as data analytics -- than managing ...

Scale Computing 1U edge nodes allow easy deployment by retailers in multiple sites that lack on-site IT. Scale provides RAID 5 in...

HCI pioneer Nutanix's revenue slid last quarter, as it goes through a business transition and greater competition from Dell ...

Toshiba takes aim at composable infrastructures, data centers and high-end workstations with new low-power, small-form-factor 2 ...