iSCSi
IP-Based SAN
iSCSI (Internet Small Computer Storage Interface) is a SAN technology that uses TCP/IP as an alternative to Fibre Channel as the network protocol. iSCSI is a lower cost SAN solution for environments which need block I/O for mission-important applications. iSCSI effectively addresses storage consolidation when incorporating stranded servers that do not warrant the cost of Fibre Channel SAN connectivity. Hitachi Data Systems offers native iSCSI on Hitachi midrange modular storage systems and multi-proto col switching products through its Data Networks partners.
Native iSCSI Solutions Integrated with Hitachi Midrange Modular Storage Systems
Hitachi Data Systems offers native iSCSI solutions with TagmaStore™ Adaptable Modular Storage and Workgroup Modular Storage. The iSCSI Option provides small and midsized businesses with industry leading, fully integrated, native IP-based SAN solutions which leverage the high performance and high availability of Hitachi storage systems and their software functionality.
- AMS1000: Single or multi-protocol support including native iSCSI, FC and NAS in one device. Customers can choose up to two protocols based on workload requirements.
- AMS200, AMS500, and WMS100: Provide dedicated iSCSI solutions for IP-based SANs for Windows and Linux block I/O applications.
iSCSI Offerings Through Hitachi Data Systems Data Networks Partners
Hitachi Data Systems Data Networks partners offer multi-protocol switching solutions to address customer needs ranging from iSCSI to FCIP and iFCP to Fibre Channel. For more information, visit our partner pages: Brocade and Cisco.
