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Blade storage adds virtualization and data services to overcome management limitations
The latest generation of blade storage adds virtualization and data services, which may increase its popularity among SMBs. Feature
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Removable disk storage for SMBs
Removable disks provide simple and effective storage. But are removable disks a viable storage replacement for tapes in the SMB space? In this FAQ, noted SMB storage consultant, Tory Skyers, discusses removable disk storage. FAQ
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Special Report: Direct-attached storage
Direct-attached storage (DAS) is thriving in the enterprise more than ever, and Exchange 2007 is the application leading the DAS revival. Tutorial
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Direct attached storage FAQ
Greg Schulz, founder and senior analyst with StorageI/O, answers frequently asked questions about direct attached storage (DAS). FAQ
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Installing Sun OpenSolaris
OpenSolaris has been in the news recently, specifically targeting do-it-yourselfers and storage folks. In this article, Tory Skyers discusses the value proposition that Sun's offering brings to the storage environments of small to mid-sized businesse... Column
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Who offers content-addressable storage?
Probably the most well known is EMC, with its Centera platform that has had more than 4,500 customers to date. It has been out since about 2002. The other big players have jumped into the CAS pool; IBM with the DR550 and Hitachi Data Systems (HDS) wi... FAQ
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What are the drawbacks of using content-addressable storage (CAS) for archiving?
There are the likely suspects like cost, capacity, power and cooling because there is more data online than you have in alternative archiving solutions like tape. Some people discussed the performance limitations of CAS, but CAS was not designed to b... FAQ
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What is content-addressable storage (CAS), and how does it work?
Content-addressable storage (CAS) is a way of storing information that can be retrieved based on its content, instead of its storage location. It's typically used for long-term storage and retrieval of fixed content, like documents stored with compli... FAQ
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Is content-addressable storage (CAS) affordable for SMBs? How do SMBs justify the cost of archiving
Like the answer to almost everything in IT, it depends. CAS is much more affordable than litigation. So, if you're in an industry that is regulated, you have to balance your potential litigation costs against the CAS expenditure. There are entry-leve... FAQ
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What are the alternatives to content-addressable storage (CAS) that address the same problems?
Tape is one. But SMBs that are forced to deal with increased accessibility and multiple retention periods with a long-term archive have found that tape storage is not feasible. SMBs will likely be deterred from choosing CAS as a media of choice for a... FAQ
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D-Link, Iomega, Pivot3 add surveillance storage
D-Link expands its iSCSI platform for surveillance storage, EMC Iomega partners with Axis, and Pivot3 adds storage appliance for video. News | 21 Sep 2011
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Thunderbolt storage devices not seen as an SMB staple
It's unlikely that Intel’s Thunderbolt storage systems will see widespread SMB adoption; Promise has a Thunderbolt system but few others have committed. News | 02 Sep 2011
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Iomega launches SMB multiprotocol storage with SSD support, dedupe
Iomega’s StorCenter px12-350r SMB multiprotocol storage has SSD support, as well as EMC’s Avamar data deduplication. News | 23 Aug 2011
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Drobo launches SMB SSD system with auto-tiering storage
Drobo’s 12-bay, 3U iSCSI SAN supports hot-swappable SSD, SAS, and SATA drives as well as auto-tiering storage. News | 22 Aug 2011
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Drobo rolls out SMB storage systems for business use
For the first time, Drobo is going solely after businesses with its latest iSCSI and file-sharing SMB storage systems; new systems support thin provisioning, data tiering and solid state drives (SSDs). Article | 08 Feb 2011
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NetGear adds ReadyNAS Pro desktop SMB storage appliances
NetGear launches desktop appliances for remote office as part of its ReadyNAS SMB storage platform, along with replication software and cloud backup for data protection. Article | 05 Nov 2010
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Drobo, MicroNet add beefier SMB storage systems
Drobo gets into SMB NAS with DroboPro FS and Drobo Sync for off-site backup, and MicroNet expands its digital media platform with RAIDBank5 with support for USB 3.0 and hardware-based data encryption. Article | 05 Oct 2010
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Scale Computing launches clustered multiprotocol storage system with iSCSI, NAS
Scale Computing unveiled a cluster storage solution for small- and medium-sized businesses; the N05 starts at 1.5 TB and supports thin provisioning, snapshots, and replication. Article | 01 Sep 2010
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NEC scales down 'mini-Hydra' for SMB backup and archiving
NEC sees single-node mini version of HydraStor data backup and archiving appliance as a better fit for SMBs and remote offices; mini-Hydra shares software code base with larger systems, including inline deduplication and replication. Article | 15 Jun 2010
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Cisco launches NSS 300 Series SMB multiprotocol storage platform
Cisco's multiprotocol NSS 300 Series Smart Storage line replaces the NSS 2000 and 3000 NAS boxes launched last year; product launch raises questions about Cisco's long-range storage plans. Article | 09 Jun 2010
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Six tips for buying a used storage system
Are you thinking of buying second-hand data storage equipment to save money? Read these six tips before you buy a used storage system. Tip
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How to increase your iSCSI SAN's performance
Read this tip to learn about how to increase your iSCSI SAN's performance and learn other iSCSI SAN troubleshooting tips. Tip
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A look at direct-attached storage devices in 2010 and beyond
DAS devices may not be sufficient for large enterprises, but the market for DAS still exists for SMBs. Tip
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Affordable shared storage options for VMware vSphere
In order to use many of the advanced features in VMware vSphere, you need a shared storage device. This tip offers a list of the most common shared storage options from different vendors. Tip
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Using SAS 2.0 as a shared-storage option for SMBs
Find out how SAS 2.0, or 6 Gbps SAS, can be used as a shared-storage option for customers that either can't afford or don't need the capabilities of a traditional entry-level SAN. Tip
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The components that make up a well-balanced data storage system
Learn about the various components in your data storage system including server architecture, HBAs, SAN components and external disks and disk controllers. Tip
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Low-cost data storage replication options for SMBs
Learn about affordable and reliable data storage replication options for SMBs. Tip
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The state of RAID data protection in enterprise storage today
RAID 5 and RAID 10 are the most common methods of data protection for storage enterprises, but they may not provide enough security for SMBs. Tip
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SaaS shopping list for SMBs
Storage-as-a-service (SaaS) companies have changed how they operate. Learn what to look for when shopping for an online data backup provider with this product features checklist. Tip
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Blade storage for SMBs: The pros and cons
The blades in blade chassis are server blades, with storage being some combination of direct-attached storage, network-attached storage or a storage area network. Learn about the pros and cons of blade storage for SMBs. Tip
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What is N_Port ID virtualization (NPIV)?
Learn the definition of N_Port ID virtualization (NPIV) in this expert response by Randy Kerns. Ask the Expert
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What type of server would have the capacity to service an SMB office of 50 people, and how would I b
Greg Schulz explains what type of server suits a small office of 50 people, and what steps to take to back up that server in this ATE response. Ask the Expert
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What are some examples of SMB data storage products versus enterprise data storage products?
Greg Schulz explains the differences between SMB data storage products and enterprise data storage products in this ATE. Ask the Expert
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Tape library storage
Greg Schulz discusses how many tape libraries you should have if you have 3 PB of data in your organization. Ask the Expert
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SATA on a Dell Dimension 4400
Storage expert Greg Schulz discusses using SATA on a Dell Dimension 4400. Ask the Expert
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Having hardware problems?
Ask the Expert
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Shared SAS
Shared serial-attached SCSI (SAS) is a method for attaching more than one server to a storage array via individual point-to-point or SAS switched connections. Definition
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SAN-in-a-box
A SAN-in-a-box, also known as a SAN-in-a-can or a SAN kit, is a data storage device that includes all the basic SAN components are in a single package. Word
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The pros and cons of RAID disk arrays in small business data storage environments
RAID is commonly used in many data storage environments for added data protection, however there are several drawbacks when using RAID. Podcast
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CAS FAQ podcast
Terri McClure, analyst with Enterprise Strategy Group, discusses the pros and cons of content-adressable storage (CAS), the CAS market and whether CAS is really a good fit for SMBs. Podcasts
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Shared SAS
Shared serial-attached SCSI (SAS) is a method for attaching more than one server to a storage array via individual point-to-point or SAS switched connections. Definition
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D-Link, Iomega, Pivot3 add surveillance storage
D-Link expands its iSCSI platform for surveillance storage, EMC Iomega partners with Axis, and Pivot3 adds storage appliance for video. News
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Thunderbolt storage devices not seen as an SMB staple
It's unlikely that Intel’s Thunderbolt storage systems will see widespread SMB adoption; Promise has a Thunderbolt system but few others have committed. News
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Iomega launches SMB multiprotocol storage with SSD support, dedupe
Iomega’s StorCenter px12-350r SMB multiprotocol storage has SSD support, as well as EMC’s Avamar data deduplication. News
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Drobo launches SMB SSD system with auto-tiering storage
Drobo’s 12-bay, 3U iSCSI SAN supports hot-swappable SSD, SAS, and SATA drives as well as auto-tiering storage. News
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Small businesses storage and midrange storage system buying guide
Learn how to buy the best midrange storage system for your small business in this buying guide. Tutorial
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Drobo rolls out SMB storage systems for business use
For the first time, Drobo is going solely after businesses with its latest iSCSI and file-sharing SMB storage systems; new systems support thin provisioning, data tiering and solid state drives (SSDs). Article
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Choosing the best virtual server storage: A tutorial
Choosing primary storage for virtual servers involves balancing performance, capacity, features, and costs. Learn the key factors to pick the best virtual-server storage system. Tutorial
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SAN-in-a-box
A SAN-in-a-box, also known as a SAN-in-a-can or a SAN kit, is a data storage device that includes all the basic SAN components are in a single package. Word
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Data storage technology trends of 2010: How last year's predictions fared
Here's a look at how well we did at predicting last year's data storage technology trends for SMBs. Column
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Small-midsized businesses (SMB) have a unique set of challenges when it comes to addressing their storage needs. As a result, SMBs need to take a unique approach to selecting, implementing and utilizing storage hardware. Get the latest information and news surrounding storage hardware topics such as disk arrays, removable storage, disk drives and appliances.