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10 Qualities of a Great Storage Hardware System_ A Guide

When setting up a storage system, you must consider the features and qualities of the hardware you will use. Data storage hardware is the physical component of a storage system that provides local or remote access to data. Good storage hardware systems should offer superior performance, reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.

Here are 10 qualities you should consider when selecting a storage hardware system.

1. Scalability

Scalability is the ability of a system to scale up or down in capacity without any service disruption. A good storage system should allow for quick and easy scaling as data and computing power need to increase. It should also be capable of running various applications to meet changing storage needs.

2. Reliability

Reliability is an essential quality of a storage hardware system. A reliable system should sustain numerous data writes and reads with minimal disruption. This ensures that data stored on the system is kept safe and secure.

3. Cost-Effectiveness

The cost of the storage hardware system should be considered when selecting one. Choosing a system that offers good value for money while still offering the required features and performance is important. Choose a system that provides high performance without taking too big of a hit to your bank account.

4. Capacity

Another quality you should look for in a storage system is capacity. Capacity indicates the amount of data that can be stored on the system. A good storage system should be able to meet your current and future capacity needs.

5. Durability

Durability is another important quality of a good storage hardware system. The system should be able to withstand regular usage and should be designed for long-term use. Make sure the system you choose is designed to last for many years.

6. Data Transfer Rate

The data transfer rate is an important quality to consider. Choose a storage system with a high data transfer rate to ensure fast uploads and downloads. A high data transfer rate will also ensure that important data is always accessible when needed.

7. Power Efficiency

Power efficiency is an important factor to consider when selecting a storage hardware system. Choose a system that consumes less power to save electricity costs while still offering superior performance.

8. Security

Security is an essential quality to look for in a storage system. It should offer encryption and authentication measures to restrict unauthorized access and protect data.

9. Ease of Use

The storage system you choose should be easy to use. The user interface should be intuitive and offer easy navigation and configuration.

10. Quality Support

Finally, make sure the system you choose comes with quality support. The manufacturer or supplier should offer excellent customer service and technical support and provide timely updates and patches to the system.

Conclusion

When selecting a storage hardware system, looking for specific qualities that offer optimal performance and security is important. Considering all of these factors can help you choose the right storage system that fits your needs. With the right storage system, you can rest assured that your data will be safe, secure, and accessible when needed.

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Hitachi VSP 5600

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The Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform 5000 series is a data storage solution for enterprises that supports block, file, and mainframe applications. It includes the Hitachi Ops Center management software suite for efficiency, data security, enhanced analytics, and centralised administration. The VSP series 5000 have Max. Number of drivers, including spares- 33 NVMe SCM, 96 NVMe and 768 SFF SSD. To accommodate up to 33 million IOPS and 69PB of data, Hitachi Accelerated Fabric can scale from twin controllers with quad CPUs to 12 controllers with 24 CPUs. It has a lightning-fast 39μs Minimum Response Time. Due to the controller architecture, scaling up the system results in a more resilient solution and provides 99.999999 per cent data availability. Additionally, the platform supports various media types combined on the same storage platform, including SAS FMD, SSD, HDD to NVMe SSD, and SCM media.

Hitachi VSP 5200

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The Hitachi Virtual Storage Platform 5000 series is a data storage solution for enterprises that supports block, file, and mainframe applications. It includes the Hitachi Ops Center management software suite for efficiency, data security, enhanced analytics, and centralised administration. The VSP series 5000 have Max. Number of drivers, including spares- 33 NVMe SCM, 96 NVMe and 768 SFF SSD. To accommodate up to 33 million IOPS and 69PB of data, Hitachi Accelerated Fabric can scale from twin controllers with quad CPUs to 12 controllers with 24 CPUs. It has a lightning-fast 39μs Minimum Response Time. Due to the controller architecture, scaling up the system results in a more resilient solution and provides 99.999999 per cent data availability. Additionally, the platform supports various media types combined on the same storage platform, including SAS FMD, SSD, HDD to NVMe SSD, and SCM media.

Hitachi DS7160

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With a maximum of 16 Intel Xeon 8276L CPUs and up to 12TB of memory, the Hitachi Advanced Server DS7160 is a powerful server. Mother Board Revision: 12001509-006 BIOS/uEFI: UEFI: BIOS_PUR043.37.14.121 (06/02/2020) CPU: 16 Intel Xeon® Platinum 8276L Processor 2.20 GHz RAM: 12 TB Ports and Bus Types: 3 USB Ports 40 PCI Express X8 8 PCI Express X16 Video Adapter: Matrox Graphics Inc. G200 SE A (PCI) Host Bus Adapter: Emulex Corporation LPe31004 FC (Quad Port) , FibreChannel LSI Logic SAS 9300-8i , Serial SCSI (SAS) Emulex Corporation LPe31002 FC (Dual-Port) , FibreChannel LSI Logic MegaRAID SAS 9361-8i , Serial SCSI (SAS) Broadcom® SAS 9300-8E Host Bus Adapter , Serial SCSI (SAS) Emulex Corporation LightPulse LPe12002 8Gb/s Fibre Channel PCI Express , FibreChannel Intel X99 Chipset (DHX99 PCH) , Serial ATA (SATA) Hard Disk Drive: 2 SanDisk SDLF1DAM-400G , Serial ATA (SATA) 6 HGST Ultrastar SS300 (HUSMM3240ASS204) , Serial SCSI (SAS) Seagate® Enterprise Capacity 3.5 HDD v4 SAS, 4TB (ST4000NM0034) , Serial SCSI (SAS) Storage Area Network (SAN) Device: Hitachi Data Systems Hitachi Universal Storage Platform V

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