Small-midsized Business SAN

MUST READ Fibre Channel SAN versus iSCSI SAN: Cost and scalability considerations TIP - In the second part of our series on Fibre Channel and iSCSI storage area networks (SANs), we will discuss the cost and scalability considerations of each technology. Fibre Channel SAN versus iSCSI SAN: Reliability and performance TIP - In this first part of our series on Fibre Channel and iSCSI storage area networks (SANs), we'll compare the reliability and performance of these technologies. ISCSI SAN FAQ FAQ - Terri McClure, analyst with Enterprise Strategy Group, discusses the pros and cons of iSCSI SANs, the iSCSI SAN market and whether iSCSI SANs are really a good fit for SMBs.

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	Compellent says smaller businesses can dodge forklift upgrades with QuickStart Fibre Channel SAN SearchSMBStorage.com | 30 Sep 2009 ARTICLE - Compellent's QuickStart bundle of hardware and software available to small enterprises through the channel is designed to bring a FC SAN to organizations still using DAS.

	Fibre Channel switch options for SMBs SearchSMBStorage.com | 07 Sep 2009 ARTICLE - Recently, the Fibre Channel industry has become more attractive and affordable for SMBs. This article explores FC switch considerations and products for SMBs.

	Hewlett-Packard launches first external 6 Gbps Serial-Attached SCSI enclosures SearchSMBStorage.com | 14 Jul 2009 ARTICLE - HP's first 6 Gbps SAS enclosure is an update to MSA; analysts expect 6-gig SAS to become a viable alternative to Fibre Channel drives in networked storage systems.

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	Ten signs you're ready for a storage area network (SAN) Submitted By: SearchSMBStorage.com | 08 Jun 2009 TIP - Storage area networks (SANs) used to be reserved for larger enterprises, but that's changing, and SMBs are implementing SANs. Here's 10 signs you're ready for a SAN.

	Networked data storage for SMBs: Five signs you need to ditch direct-attached storage 25 May 2009 TIP - This tip looks at strategies for moving from direct-attached storage (DAS) embedded within physical servers, to network-attached storage (NAS) or a storage area network (SAN).

	Storage area network (SAN) options for SMBs 18 Feb 2009 TIP - This tip takes a look at the various storage area network options that are available for SMBs.

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	SMB data storage management tutorial SearchSMBStorage.com | 27 Jan 2009 TUTORIAL - In this tutorial on SMB data storage management, learn about iSCSI vs. Fibre Channel SANs, online/cloud backup options and the latest SMB storage management news.

	Fibre Channel tutorial: Fibre Channel SANs vs. iSCSI SearchSMBStorage.com Editor | 14 Nov 2008 LEARNING GUIDE - Learn how to choose between Fibre Channel and iSCSI, buy an entry-level SAN, move from DAS to a SAN, troubleshoot SAN performance issues, and more.

	Choosing the right switch for an iSCSI SAN Alan Radding | 29 Jul 2008 FEATURE - ISCSI storage doesn't actually require a switch. However, some iSCSI switches offer advanced capabilities that can increase SAN performance.

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	ISCSI SAN FAQ podcast Published by: Terri McClure | 02 May 2008 PODCAST - Terri McClure, analyst with Enterprise Strategy Group, discusses the pros and cons of iSCSI SANs, the iSCSI SAN market and whether iSCSI SANs are really a good fit for SMBs.

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	SEE ALSO - Topics Related to Small-midsized Business SAN:  Small-midsized Business Data Storage Management, Small-midsized Business NAS, Small-midsized Business Data Storage Strategy, Small-midsized Business Backup, Small-midsized Business Disaster Recovery, Small-midsized Business Storage Hardware