StorageReview.com
vast data ceres in rack
Enterprise  ◇  Enterprise Storage

VAST Data Ceres Data Nodes Launched with BlueField, E1.L and SCM On-Board

VAST Data has announced support for the next-generation storage platform named Ceres. Enabled by VAST’s Universal Storage data platform, Ceres is built leveraging the latest hardware technologies like NVIDIA BlueField DPUs (data processing units). On the storage side, Ceres takes advantage of cost-optimized, and highly dense Solidigm EI.L ruler-flash drives and storage-class memory (SCM) SSDs.

Enterprise  ◇  Power Management

Eaton 5PX G2 Rackmount UPS Review

The Eaton 5PX G2 rackmount is the latest addition to the company’s UPS line, offering organizations the maximum power possible for their power-hungry PoE network devices, PoE switches, edge servers and other comprehensive IT equipment. The 5PX G2 UPS is available in models ranging from 1 to 3 kVA for power ratings (as well as

quantum scaler ransom block tight
Data Protection  ◇  Enterprise

Quantum Scalar Ransom Block Creates Physical Barrier to Ransomware

Ransomware attacks continue to haunt businesses of all sizes with losses estimated to exceed $20 billion in 2021. Quantum’s Scalar i3 and i6 tape libraries now offer a system with three escalating levels of protection for data stored on tape. These are Active Vault, Logical Tape Blocking, and Ransom Block, a portfolio of features that

Enterprise  ◇  SSD

Micron 7400 Pro SSD Review

The Micron 7400 Pro NVMe SSD is the company’s most recently shipping enterprise PCIe Gen4 SSD,  highlighted by new comprehensive security features and a range of form factors and capacities. Micron indicates their drive is ideal for demanding data center workloads and for those looking to transition to next-generation server architecture. The 7400 Pro also

Inspur NF5266M6 Front
Enterprise  ◇  Server

Inspur NF5266M6 Server Review

The Inspur NF5266M6 is a 2U dual-socket rackmount server designed for high-density storage, supporting up to 26 3.5-inch drives—24 in the front with a unique tray-load system and an additional 2 in the back. It’s not lacking for performance, thanks to Intel’s “Ice Lake” Xeon processors, and offers ample expansion with up to seven PCIe

Dell PowerVault ME5
Enterprise  ◇  Enterprise Storage

Dell PowerVault ME5 – Next Gen Entry-Storage Array

Dell has introduced the PowerVault ME5 Series, an entry-level block storage array purpose-built and optimized for price-sensitive SAN & DAS environments focused on simplicity, performance, and affordability. It would be an understatement to say that this storage array is simple to set up and operate. Valid PowerVault ME5 configurations start as low as $12,000. The

Trendnet teg s750 frontside
Enterprise  ◇  Networking

TRENDnet TEG-S750 5-Port Switch Review

TRENDnet has released the all-new TEG-S750 5-port 10GbE network switch with multi-gig support across all ports. Built for high bandwidth performance, the TEG-S750 features five dedicated 1/2.5/5/10GbE ports for high-speed internet and network connections.

Enterprise  ◇  Networking

Aruba Instant On 1960 Switch – Review

Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company, has announced the general availability of the Aruba Instant On 1960 switch product family, an expanded series of switches to enable small businesses to deploy a unified, easy to set up, manage, and maintain a high-speed network. The Aruba Instant On 1960 Switch Series includes two 24-port and two

Synology Unverified HDD
Enterprise  ◇  Small NAS

Synology Unverified Drive Experience

Recently, we published two reviews (DS2422+ and DS3622xs+) on Synology devices and we have received a variety of questions all revolving around the use of using non-whitelisted drives within new Synology 12-bay NAS models. For those not aware, Synology has gone to a whitelist approach for 12-bay tower and enterprise rack models, sort of requiring

Enterprise  ◇  Medium NAS

Synology DiskStation DS2422+ Review

The Synology DS2422+ is the company’s newest high-performance DiskStation designed for small and medium-sized businesses. Packed with 12 drive bays and powered by the powerful DSM OS and app platform, Synology indicates that it’s best suited for those looking to store large amounts of data and to easily share their content in a multi-user environment.