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VeloBit HyperCache 1.12
The content-locality caching algorithm in VeloBit HyperCache 1.12 prioritizes cached data based on popularity rather than how recently it was used. Feature
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SSD installation tips
If you want to do your solid-state drive installation yourself, following these six tips will make the process smoother. Feature
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Define SSD: Top terms you need to know
How do you define SSD? Check out this list of important SSD terms. The list includes terms you should know and some that may seem obscure. Feature
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Solid-state storage technology: App needs dictate choice of arrays, cache, appliances or servers
Solid-state storage technology can be used in different ways. IT must decide whether to use technology in disk arrays, as cache, in appliances or in servers Case Study
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HP IO Accelerator cards let Answers.com implement solid-state storage for database performance boost
To improve database performance on its Web servers, Answers.com implements solid-state storage using HP IO Accelerator cards; sees a 900% increase in the number of queries each database server can handle. Case Study
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PCIe-based solid-state storage implementation benefits and drawbacks
This special report on implementing PCIe-based solid-state storage examines the major benefits and drawbacks to the technology and profiles two IT shops using it. Special Report
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Storage vendors debate where SSDs go in storage infrastructure
Tier 1 storage will eventually consist of solid-state disk (SSD) technology. But there's not much solid-state disk in today's enterprise storage infrastructure. Special Report
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Product Roundup: Solid-state drives in enterprise arrays and servers
Most storage vendors have announced support for solid-state drives, but only EMC is shipping, and every vendor has a different approach. No wonder storage administrators are confused. Special Report
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STec CEO: Flash enables storage transformation
STec CEO Mark Moshayedi discusses why he thinks flash will prompt enterprises to move from refrigerator-box SANs to custom-built solid-state systems. News | 16 May 2013
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Micron ships first MLC PCIe flash card
Micron unveiled its P420m MLC PCIe flash card in 2.5-inch (350 GB, 700 GB) and half-height, half-length (700 GB and 1.4 TB) form factors. News | 09 May 2013
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QLogic Mt. Rainier FabricCache pools PCIe flash cache across servers
The first product based on QLogic Mt. Rainier technology, the FabricCache QLE10000 HBA, shares cache from clustered server-side PCIe card flash cards. News | 21 Mar 2013
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Role of PCIe cards in enterprise data storage is up for debate
The role of PCIe cards in enterprise data storage is debated as major storage vendors such as EMC map out a strategy to take on Fusion-io. News | 20 Mar 2013
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Violin Memory moves into server-side flash with low-cost PCIe cards
Startup Violin Memory expands from all-flash storage arrays into PCIe flash for servers; turns to investor Toshiba to supply its NAND. News | 04 Mar 2013
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NVMe and SCSI Express emerge, defining specs for PCIe-connected SSDs
NVMe and SCSI Express are emerging, defining specs for SAS- and SATA-compatible PCIe SSDs. We spoke with Mike James of SanDisk to learn more. News | 27 Feb 2013
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Virident pumps up caching, sharing software for PCIe flash cards
Virident's FlashMAX Connect PCIe flash storage software suite enables synchronous mirroring, flash resource sharing and back-end caching. News | 20 Feb 2013
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STEC launches 2 TB SSD, PCIe card for bulk storage
STEC launches 2 TB SSD and PCIe card; will people pay solid-state prices for bulk storage? News | 28 Jan 2013
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Analysis: Expect consolidation, uptick in flash arrays in 2013
Options for flash arrays will grow in 2013, but server-side flash, caching software and industry consolidation also bear watching. News | 21 Jan 2013
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Violin Memory acquires GridIron for flash cache SAN acceleration
All-flash array vendor Violin Memory expands product line by acquiring GridIron Systems, and its TurboCharger SAN acceleration flash cache appliances. News | 21 Jan 2013
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When using SSD is a bad idea
As with most technologies, it’s as important to know when to use SSD as it is when not to use it. Here are some cases when using SSD is a bad idea. Tip
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Determining the best location for flash SSD storage: Part 2
Marc Staimer looks at three more flash SSD storage applications, including HDD form factor flash SSDs and PCIe flash SSD storage cards. Tip
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Find the best spot for flash SSD storage
There are six different flash SSD storage implementations, each aimed at reducing latency, improving IOPS and throughput, and reducing storage TCO. Tip
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Configuring SSD storage for virtual desktops
Learn what value can be gained from combining SSD storage with virtual desktop infrastructures in this tip from Mark Peters. Tip
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The truth about SLC vs. MLC
Learn the important differences between SLC vs. MLC when it comes to adding SSD storage to your organization. Tip
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Is PCIe SSD right for you? Deploying PCI Express SSD devices
Learn about the PCI Express (PCIe) solid-state drive (SSD) market, how and where to deploy PCIe SSD in your environment, and challenges with the technology. Tip
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The top three use cases for PCIe SSD
Learn more about the most common applications of PCIe solid-state cards today in this Expert Answer from independent storage expert Marc Staimer. Answer
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How do flash caching software products differ from one another?
Marc Staimer, independent storage expert, discusses flash caching software in this Expert Response. Answer
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Network performance bottlenecks and SSDs
Dennis Martin talks about how SSDs can shift performance bottlenecks away from storage and onto the network in this Expert Response. Answer
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Does PCIe SSD live up to the hype?
Dennis Martin, independent SSD expert and founder of Demartek, discusses PCIe SSD in this Expert Answer. Answer
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PCIe flash, caching software and power consumption
Marc Staimer discusses PCIe flash cache management as well as HDD and SSD power consumption in this Expert Answer. Answer
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How to add flash to arrays for improved Tier 0 performance
Find out whether adding flash to an existing array will result in a high-performance Tier 0 in this Expert Response from Marc Staimer. Answer (ATE)
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Adding SSD to a tiered storage system
Find out whether you need to invest in new management software when adding SSD to a tiered storage system in this Expert Response from Marc Staimer. Answer
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server-based SSD
A server-based SSD is a solid state drive that may be manufactured in a PCI Express form factor. Definition
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Storage Radio: PCI Express cards, all-flash from EMC, Violin Memory
This week's edition of Storage Radio focuses on the power of PCI Express cards in the storage market, where all-flash strategies are all the rage. Podcast
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Focus on your storage needs, not SSD performance options
In this video, Steve Duplessie discusses the need to focus on your specific data storage needs, not SSD performance options of little value. Video
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Server virtualization benefits from flash in terms of I/O performance
Check out this video to learn how server virtualization benefits from flash via I/O. Steve Duplessie tells all during this Storage Decisions seminar. Video
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Video: SSD caching vs. primary storage
In this Storage Decisions video, Dennis Martin of Demartek LLC, explains the pros and cons of SSD caching and as primary storage. Video
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PCIe SSD technology offers benefits beyond speed
In this Q&A, expert Mark Peters looks beyond speed and talks about some of the price and performance benefits of PCIe SSDs. Podcast
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EMC World 2012: EMC SSD strategy is 'flash everywhere'
SearchStorage staffers and industry analysts discuss the EMC SSD strategy outlined at EMC World 2012. Video
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The top three use cases for PCIe SSD
Learn more about the most common applications of PCIe solid-state cards today in this Expert Answer from independent storage expert Marc Staimer. Answer
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STec CEO: Flash enables storage transformation
STec CEO Mark Moshayedi discusses why he thinks flash will prompt enterprises to move from refrigerator-box SANs to custom-built solid-state systems. News
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Micron ships first MLC PCIe flash card
Micron unveiled its P420m MLC PCIe flash card in 2.5-inch (350 GB, 700 GB) and half-height, half-length (700 GB and 1.4 TB) form factors. News
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QLogic Mt. Rainier FabricCache pools PCIe flash cache across servers
The first product based on QLogic Mt. Rainier technology, the FabricCache QLE10000 HBA, shares cache from clustered server-side PCIe card flash cards. News
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Role of PCIe cards in enterprise data storage is up for debate
The role of PCIe cards in enterprise data storage is debated as major storage vendors such as EMC map out a strategy to take on Fusion-io. News
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Storage Radio: PCI Express cards, all-flash from EMC, Violin Memory
This week's edition of Storage Radio focuses on the power of PCI Express cards in the storage market, where all-flash strategies are all the rage. Podcast
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Violin Memory moves into server-side flash with low-cost PCIe cards
Startup Violin Memory expands from all-flash storage arrays into PCIe flash for servers; turns to investor Toshiba to supply its NAND. News
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NVMe and SCSI Express emerge, defining specs for PCIe-connected SSDs
NVMe and SCSI Express are emerging, defining specs for SAS- and SATA-compatible PCIe SSDs. We spoke with Mike James of SanDisk to learn more. News
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Virident pumps up caching, sharing software for PCIe flash cards
Virident's FlashMAX Connect PCIe flash storage software suite enables synchronous mirroring, flash resource sharing and back-end caching. News
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VeloBit HyperCache 1.12
The content-locality caching algorithm in VeloBit HyperCache 1.12 prioritizes cached data based on popularity rather than how recently it was used. Feature
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About Server-based SSD implementations
The server-based SSD section will offer information about PCIe-based solid-state storage devices; memory bus solid-state implementations, and server-based solid-state caching vs. persistent solid-state storage.Server-based SSDs can increase performance by placing solid state storage in the server to take advatage of SSD's low latency.