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Solid-state storage devices widely used, but still in small doses
A growing number of vendors are selling solid-state storage devices, but are users implementing them in their storage environments? Get the results of our latest survey. Feature
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Pumped up performance: PCIe SSDs
PCIe SSDs offer the best flash performance available; and now it can be shared among multiple servers, too. Feature
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Tegile Zebi HA2800 Storage Array
The Tegile Zebi HA2800 multiprotocol array can be used as an all-flash system or in front of a pool of hard drives as a hybrid array. Feature
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NexGen Storage Inc. n5-150 Storage System
IT admins using the NexGen Storage n5-150 Storage System can guarantee performance to each app and isolate workloads from one another on the SAN. Feature
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Nimbus Gemini Flash Memory Array
The Nimbus Gemini Flash Memory Array comes with a 10-year warranty for multi-level cell flash, and supports block and file storage. Feature
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Enterprise storage systems
Find out the winners in the storage systems category in the Storage magazine/SearchStorage.com 2012 Products of the Year competition. guide
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Tiered data storage: State of the art
Tiered data storage is now a storage best practice, accelerated by the use of solid-state storage. We survey how major vendors leverage solid-state to implement storage tiering. Feature
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The truth about SSD performance benchmarks
Solid-state storage vendors are touting "million IOPS" performance numbers. Here's what you need to know to see if those SSD performance benchmarks ring true. Feature
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What is SSD storage? Answers to common solid-state storage questions
Looking for better knowledge about SSD storage? Check out Dennis Martin’s answers to common solid-state storage questions. 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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Micron brings out 2.5-inch SAS SSD, anticipates decline of SATA SSD
Micron launched the 6 Gbps, 2.5-inch P140m SAS SSD this week, and expects SAS to overtake SATA as the most popular SSD interface by 2016. News | 06 Mar 2013
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EMC pushes out XtremIO flash array, more PCIe flash
EMC makes its XtremIO all-flash array available on a limited basis, also adds eMLC PCIe server-side flash cards and rebrands VFCache. News | 05 Mar 2013
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SSD 2012: All-flash arrays, MLC, PCIe cards take center stage
SSD 2012 news stories frequently featured all-flash arrays, with multi-level cell (MLC) and server-side flash also playing big roles. News | 13 Dec 2012
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Virident, OCZ and BiTMicro announce new SSD gear
Virident and OCZ rolled out new solid-state drives, while BiTMicro announced its new two-tier architecture for its I/O accelerators and SSDs. News | 30 Nov 2012
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HDS launches in-house flash controller for VSP arrays
Hitachi Data Systems' Accelerated Flash storage module for the Virtual Storage Platform is the first HDS product based on its new flash controller. News | 07 Nov 2012
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Q&A: IBM's Haris Pozidis on phase-change memory
Phase-change memory (PCM) is an emerging type of non-volatile random access memory. Haris Pozidis of IBM discusses PCM in this Q&A. News | 23 Oct 2012
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Enterprise-class phase-change memory on the way, but roadblocks remain
Phase-change memory (PCM) is an emerging class of NVRAM with promising characteristics. Enterprise-class chips are expected within the next few years. News | 23 Oct 2012
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Lab speeds up test app with Kaminario K2 all-flash array
TestAmerica consolidated its IT environment with a Kaminario K2 solid-state flash array that handles the increased IOPS at its corporate data center. News | 21 Sep 2012
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Skyera releases all-flash array for $3 per gigabyte
Skyera Inc. launched its Skyhawk series of consumer-grade MLC all-flash solid-state storage systems today for less than $3 per gigabyte. News | 14 Aug 2012
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SSD storage offers more for less when it comes to energy
SSD storage can help keep energy costs of data centers in check as they handle ever-growing amounts of data. News | 19 Jul 2012
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Flash PCIe SSD becoming shareable between physical servers
PCIe flash is great for IOPS and throughput performance gains with low latency. But they weren't shareable by other physical servers until now. Tip
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TLC flash becoming low-cost SSD alternative
TLC flash should be emerging as the lower-cost alternative in SSDs. Marc Staimer discusses why it hasn't and why you need to pay attention to it. Tip
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DRAM SSD vs. NAND SSD: Let the FUD begin
This tip looks at areas such as volatility, performance and longevity where buyers will want to weigh the difference between DRAM SSD and NAND SSD. Tip
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Prolonging SSD life
Writing to an SSD gradually wears it out. Solid-state storage expert Phil Goodwin offers some tips for prolonging SSD life. Tip
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Understanding data movement in Tier 0 storage
Knowing how SSD tiering software works will help storage managers match data access characteristics of applications. Tip
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RAID with SSD: A primer
While RAID is still a storage standard, questions remain about RAID’s relevance with SSDs. This tip will explore the basics of using RAID with SSD. Tip
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How SSD software can improve SSD cache performance
SSD software vendors claim an improvement in performance over using SSD cache alone. This tip will help you choose the right SSD software. 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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Solid-state storage technology defined
Solid-state storage technology is becoming a viable storage alternative for high-performance applications. Learn the important acronyms surrounding the technology Tip
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The impact of SSD technology on the network and CPU
SSD technology can have a noticeable effect on the network and CPU utilization. Learn how increased traffic loads can change the bottlenecks in your environment. Tip
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Flash storage vs. hard drive: Which is best for virtual servers?
Virtual servers add a new dimension to the flash storage vs. hard drive question. Size, speed and connectivity all play a role in the outcome. Answer
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Choosing the right SSD application for addressing VDI boot storms
Marc Staimer, founder of Dragon Slayer Consulting, discusses how to choose the right SSD application for VDI boot storms in this Expert Answer. Answer
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Hard drive cost vs. SSD cost with compression and dedupe
Dennis Martin discusses the cost of hard drives versus the cost of SSDs when using compression and deduplication in this Expert Answer. Answer
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New 2.5-inch PCIe SSD form factor emerging
Dennis Martin, independent storage expert and founder of Demartek, discusses the 2.5-inch PCIe SSD form factor in this Expert Answer. Answer
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Understand which SSD specs are most important
SSD expert Dennis Martin explains which SSD specs you should care about and why they are important in this Expert Response. Answer
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What's down the road for NAND flash technology?
Technology expert Dennis Martin of Demartek discusses whether NAND flash technology will stick around or be overtaken in this Expert Answer. Answer
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SSD controller technology continues to improve endurance, performance
IT expert Dennis Martin of Demartek discusses SSD controller technology developments that increase endurance and performance in this Expert Answer. Answer
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Comparing SLC SSD with DRAM SSD when it comes to IOPS
Find out how DRAM SSD and SLC SSD compare when it comes to IOPS and if you need a DRAM solution in this Expert Response from Marc Staimer. Answer
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How to use MLC SSD for tiered storage
Find out how to use MLC SSDs for tiered storage and how to improve their endurance in this Expert Response from Marc Staimer. Answer
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Consumer SSDs vs. enterprise SSDs
Dennis Martin, president of Demartek, discusses the differences between consumer and enterprise SSDs in this Expert Response. Answer
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semiconductor fab
A semiconductor fab is a manufacturing plant in which raw silicon wafers are turned into integrated circuits. Definition
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tier 0
Tier 0 (tier zero) is a level of storage that’s faster, and perhaps more expensive, than any other level in the storage hierarchy. Definition
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enterprise MLC (eMLC)
Enterprise MLC (eMLC) is a type of MLC flash that has been enhanced to accommodate more write cycles than consumer-grade MLC flash offers. Definition
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steady state
Steady state is a condition in which a solid state flash drive has experienced enough program/erase (P/E) cycles that performance times for write operations becomes stable and can be evaluated in a consistent manner. Definition
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single level cell (SLC) flash
Single level cell (SLC) flash is a type of solid-state storage (SSS) that stores 1 bit of data per cell of flash media. Definition
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flash file system
A flash file system is the way in which an entity of data (file) is named and where it is placed logically for storage and retrieval on a NAND-based solid state storage device. Definition
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fresh out of the box (FOB)
Fresh out of the box (FOB) is a term used in solid state storage (SSS) to describe a flash memory device that has experienced few or no program/erase (P/E) cycles since the device was manufactured. Definition
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write amplification factor (WAF)
Write amplification factor (WAF) is a numerical value that represents the amount of data a solid state storage controller has to write in relation to the amount of data that the host’s flash controller has to write. Definition
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SSD form factor
An SSD form factor is the size, configuration or physical arrangement of solid state storage (SSS) media. Definition
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wear leveling
Wear leveling is a process that is designed to extend the life of solid state storage devices. Solid state storage is made up of microchips that store data in blocks. Definition
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Storage Radio: SSD vs. HDD, QLogic and more
Our news team dedicated to covering the solid-state market discusses the comparisons that many storage pros are making about SSD vs. HDD. Podcast
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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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Martin: Lots of SSD form factor options available
In this Storage Decisions video, Dennis Martin, president and founder of Demartek, outlines the major types of SSD form factor options available. Video
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Data storage companies focus on flash M&A potential
Find out which data storage companies have made significant flash storage purchases and why. Photo Story
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Storage Radio: Hitachi VSP offers Accelerated Flash storage module
This week's Storage Radio podcast discusses Hitachi's entry into the solid-state market with an Accelerated Flash storage module for Hitachi VSP. Podcast
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Storage Decisions TechTalk: Dennis Martin on SSD trends
In this Storage Decisions TechTalk, Dennis Martin, founder and president of Demartek Labs, talks about the latest SSD trends. Video
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Storage Decisions TechTalk: Dennis Martin on SSD performance, costs
Dennis Martin, founder and president of Demartek Labs, talks about SSD performance and costs in this Storage Decisions TechTalk. Video
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Analyst Dennis Martin discusses today's solid-state storage devices
In this 2012 Storage Decisions TechTalk interview, analyst Dennis Martin discusses solid-state storage devices. Video
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Addressing the SSD write penalty
Dennis Martin of Demartek discusses the solutions available that address the write penalty associated with the SSD program/erase cycle. Video
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NAND flash explained: SLC vs. MLC, part 2
Dennis Martin discusses SSD error correction, energy consumption compared with traditional disk drives, and SSD cost per IOPS. Video
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semiconductor fab
A semiconductor fab is a manufacturing plant in which raw silicon wafers are turned into integrated circuits. Definition
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Solid-state storage devices widely used, but still in small doses
A growing number of vendors are selling solid-state storage devices, but are users implementing them in their storage environments? Get the results of our latest survey. Feature
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Flash storage vs. hard drive: Which is best for virtual servers?
Virtual servers add a new dimension to the flash storage vs. hard drive question. Size, speed and connectivity all play a role in the outcome. Answer
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Storage Radio: SSD vs. HDD, QLogic and more
Our news team dedicated to covering the solid-state market discusses the comparisons that many storage pros are making about SSD vs. HDD. Podcast
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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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Micron brings out 2.5-inch SAS SSD, anticipates decline of SATA SSD
Micron launched the 6 Gbps, 2.5-inch P140m SAS SSD this week, and expects SAS to overtake SATA as the most popular SSD interface by 2016. News
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EMC pushes out XtremIO flash array, more PCIe flash
EMC makes its XtremIO all-flash array available on a limited basis, also adds eMLC PCIe server-side flash cards and rebrands VFCache. News
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Martin: Lots of SSD form factor options available
In this Storage Decisions video, Dennis Martin, president and founder of Demartek, outlines the major types of SSD form factor options available. Video
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Pumped up performance: PCIe SSDs
PCIe SSDs offer the best flash performance available; and now it can be shared among multiple servers, too. Feature
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Tegile Zebi HA2800 Storage Array
The Tegile Zebi HA2800 multiprotocol array can be used as an all-flash system or in front of a pool of hard drives as a hybrid array. Feature
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