Distributed storage networks

Architecture, protocols and management

Thomas C. Jepsen

338 pages, parution le 17/10/2003

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Résumé

Did you know that as much as 50% of your storage capacity may be wasted or underutilized?

Efficient management of stored data is becoming a necessity for every enterprise. The high cost of downtime creates a need for the increased reliability provided by distributed storage systems. Thus the use of storage networks to manage access to data not only provides an increase in performance and survivability, but also generates real and immediate cost savings.

This book focuses on three primary areas: architectures for distributed storage networks, storage protocols and their inherent distance limitations, and management techniques for distributed storage networks.

Distributed Storage Networks

describes the evolution of data processing from a computer-centric to a storage-centric model
introduces the concept of a distributed storage-centric processing model
explains common storage network functional components, such as fabric switches, storage directors, file managers, and gateways, and their roles in a distributed storage environment
discusses distributed storage network applications, including storage integration, remote database synchronization, and backup/recovery functions
provides a comparative view of Storage Area Network (SAN) and Network Attached Storage (NAS) functions and capabilities, and points out the advantages of each

One of the primary obstacles to implementing a storage network cited by enterprise IT managers is a lack of knowledge about storage networking technology and the specific issues involved in extending a SAN or NAS over the MAN or WAN. The primary goal of this book is to provide IT managers, planners, and telecommunications professionals with the information they need in order to choose the technologies best suited for their particular environment.

Introduction to Storage Networking
Applications for Distributed Storage Networking
Distance Considerations for Storage Networks
Architectures for Distributed Storage Networking
Protocols for Distributed Storage Networking
InfiniBand
MAN/WAN Protocols for Distributed Storage Networking
Storage Over IP
Storage Management Requirements
Security Considerations
Planning Distributed Storage Networks
Glossary of Terms
Bibliography
Index

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	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Wiley
Auteur(s)	Thomas C. Jepsen
Parution	17/10/2003
Nb. de pages	338
Format	17 x 25
Couverture	Relié
Poids	725g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780470850206
ISBN13	978-0-470-85020-6