This whitepaper by Trevor Pott examines the fundamental requirements for server SAN solutions in virtualized environments, focusing on three critical aspects: simplicity in deployment and management, resiliency through RAIN architecture, and performance optimization using hybrid storage technologies.
Key Highlights
- Software-defined storage eliminates complexity by automating configuration decisions traditionally requiring specialized expertise
- RAIN (Redundant Array of Inexpensive Nodes) architecture provides superior resiliency compared to traditional RAID approaches
- Hybrid arrays combining flash and spinning disk storage deliver optimal performance while managing costs
- Capacity optimization features including thin provisioning, compression, and deduplication are essential standard features