Storage Hardware Research
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Intel IT: Implementing Cloud Storage Metrics
Sponsored by: IntelYou need to have the right metrics in place to measure storage efficiency in your cloud infrastructure. This white paper focuses on three aspects of cloud storage and discusses tools that can help you improve utilization, optimize capacity, and effectively manage costs.
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Storage managers find new capacity needs despite budget growth
Sponsored by: IBMDespite increased storage budgets, customers are still struggling to manage the proliferation of data. This expert e-guide takes a closer look at the evolving storage landscape and discusses emerging data management tools and predictions for the future.
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Looking beyond LTO-5 with LTO-6 and LTFS
Sponsored by: Spectra Logic CorporationLearn why and how tape is still a viable storage technology in this video about LTO-6 and LTFS.
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The Scale-Out Storage World, and Intel Architecture's Place Within It
Sponsored by: IntelThis white paper examines and further explains the importance of scale-out storage architecture; its emergence into the contemporary storage world, the benefits it delivers to businesses, and takes an in-depth look at the specific capabilities.
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How Storage Fits into the Server Selection Process
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and IntelWith the continued growth of data volumes, internal storage is becoming a key feature organizations look for in a server. This video underscores the importance of storage in your server decision and takes a closer look at one recommended 2 socket platform and its primary characteristics.
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The Economic and Operational Value of Storage Virtualization
Sponsored by: Hitachi Data SystemsGiven the benefits of server virtualization, many organizations are eager to extend efficiency and cost savings throughout their infrastructures. This white paper explains why storage virtualization is a logical next step and offers detailed guidance to help you develop an effective deployment approach.
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Gartner: Reducing storage costs
Sponsored by: ComputerWeekly.comGartner research director, Valdis Filks, offers tips to help businesses get to grips with escalating storage costs.
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Big Storage for Tight Spaces and Budgets
Sponsored by: Dell and MicrosoftThis white paper describes the features and advantages of the Dell PowerVault NX3100 with Windows Storage Server 2008 R2.
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Dell Named Global SMB Partner of the Year at VMware Partner Exchange 2012
Sponsored by: Dell and VMwareDiscover how the Dell and VMware partnership has succeeded in pushing forth virtualization and cloud computing in today's data centers.
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PowerVault and Windows: Easy support for multiple operating environments
Sponsored by: Dell and MicrosoftThis white paper outlines the features and technical specifications of Dell's PowerVault NX3000 with Microsoft Storage Server 2008 R2.
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Benefits of Solid-State Storage
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and IntelIn this paper, explore how solid-state storage (SSS) can help narrow the gap between server and storage performance. View now to explore the different types of SSS and the benefits of each.
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Optimizing SQL Server Storage Performance with the PowerEdge R720
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc. and IntelThe release of the Dell PowerEdge R720 is accompanied by two new storage solutions – Dell PERC H710P dual-core RAID and PowerEdge Express Flash PCIe SSD devices. In this resource, explore the performance benefits of each of these devices to help you determine the best storage solution for optimal database performance.
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Dedicated File Sharing Solutions for Small Offices Made Simple
Sponsored by: Dell and MicrosoftThis short white paper outlines the technical specificaitons and features of the Dell PowerVault NX300 with Windows Storage Server 2008 R2.
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EMIS Reduces Storage Requirements with Quantum DXi Solution
Sponsored by: Quantum CorporationCheck out this brief case study to learn how EMIS, a UK-based primary care software supplier, found an integrated disk-tape storage solution that has significantly lowered their infrastructure costs and boosted IT performance. Learn about the technology EMIS implemented, its unique features and benefits and more.
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Benefits of Exchange Server 2010 on Dell Compellent with Data Progression
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc.Access this white paper to learn how investing in storage virtualization and automated tiered storage can optimize your data center, lowering your total cost of ownership and offering a significant return on investment.
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Managing Data Intelligently to Drive Efficiency in the Virtual Era
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc.Exploding digital data and increased mobility demands are reshaping the IT industry as we know it. Access this resource to learn how 5 businesses have optimized data movement for this new era of IT.
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Weathering the Storm Through Resilient Virtualized Storage
Sponsored by: Dell, Inc.The law firm Quarles & Brady, based in Milwaukee, needed to find hardware solutions for their remote offices to improve disaster recovery at all locations. By virtualizing 75 percent of its servers along with 46 Dell EqualLogic iSCSI SAN arrays, Quarles & Brady achieved the results they needed. Read now to learn more.
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2012 Trends to Watch: Storage
Sponsored by: ComputerWeekly.comOvum analyses data growth, big data, disk shortages, public cloud storage, flash memory, and other storage trends.
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VMware vSphere 5 on Dell PowerEdge and Storage Systems: Compatibility Matrix
Sponsored by: Dell and VMwareDiscover which Dell-supported systems and Dell storage arrays are compatible with VMware ESXi 5 in this comprehensive listing.
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ExaGrid Systems Named Champion in Disk Backup Vendor Landscape by Info-Tech Research Group
Sponsored by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.As a Disk Backup Champion, ExaGrid received the highest rating from Info-Tech Research Group for its exceptional product architecture and overall vendor score highlighting the company’s ‘exemplary’ strategy and strong viability, reach and channel. Read on to learn more.
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Five Keys to Scalability and Disk-Based Backup Systems
Sponsored by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.In selecting a disk-based backup solution, it's critical to consider the scalability of each prospective solution to ensure that it will meet the needs of your organization now and into the future. This paper outlines the five key questions you should ask when evaluating the scalability of any disk-based backup solution.
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GTE Federal Credit Union
Sponsored by: Riverbed Technology, Inc.Read this 3-page case study to learn how GTE FCU avoided a costly “forklift” upgrade and instead benefited with Riverbed Steelhead appliances by reducing data traffic by fourfold, achieving RPO objectives, and enabling rich, granular reporting capabilities.
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Data Migration: Best Practices and Common Pitfalls
Sponsored by: Peer SoftwareThis white paper introduces a new data migration solution designed specifically to ensure a smooth transition when bringing new storage online. In this paper, you'll learn today's best practices and key questions to consider before implementing new storage, and discover how this emerging migration solution can help your organization.
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22 November 2011: Read the latest issue of the UK’s leading technology publication, where we analyse the latest technology news and what it means for IT managers.
Sponsored by: ComputerWeekly.comIn this week’s Computer Weekly, we talk to the British Library about the enormous storage challenges of digitising its printed archive; we examine the state of the UK IT jobs market and the skills that are most in demand by employers; and we look at case studies of the best virtualisation projects. Download the new issue now.
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Storage Switzerland Briefing Report: Coraid EtherDrive SRX-Series Storage Systems - Ethernet SAN Arrives in the Enterprise
Sponsored by: CoraidThis white paper from storage expert George Crump introduces a new category of Ethernet SAN solutions that can deliver an unprecedented price-performance ratio while maintaining easy installation and simplified management. Read on to learn more about this technology and its benefits.
