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ALSO CALLED: Virtualization, Storage-based Virtualization, Host-based Virtualization, SV, NAS Virtualization, SAN Virtualization, Block Virtualization, Storage Subsystem Virtualization, File Virtualization, Disk Virtualization, Network-based Virtualization, Storage Device Virtualization
DEFINITION: File virtualization is the creation of an abstraction layer between file servers and the clients that access those file servers. Once deployed, the file virtualization layer manages files and file systems across servers, allowing administrators to present clients with one logical file mount for all servers. The file servers continue to host file data and metadata. While this arrangement may seem to  … 
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Chapter 2: Cloud, Virtualization, and Data Storage Networking Fundamentals
sponsored by Dell and VMware
WHITE PAPER: There is no such thing as a data or information recession. If you don’t equip your data center with modern storage solutions that can scale and grow accordingly, it could cost you a lot of time, money, and man-hours. This expert white paper explores how to make sure your organization doesn’t get derailed by data growth. Read now to learn more.
Posted: 23 May 2012 | Published: 23 May 2012

Dell and VMware

Finding the right storage for server virtualization implementations
sponsored by CommVault Systems, Inc.
EGUIDE: This E-Guide highlights some of the most important considerations for choosing the right storage infrastructure to compliment your virtual server environment. Learn why there are important factors specific to server virtualization - beyond security - that every hospital should consider.
Posted: 22 May 2012 | Published: 22 May 2012

CommVault Systems, Inc.

7 Myths about Backup & DR in Virtual Environments
sponsored by AppAssure Software, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Dispel 7 common myths about backup and DR in virtual environments by reading this white paper featuring Eric Siebert, VMware vExpert.
Posted: 21 May 2012 | Published: 21 May 2012

AppAssure Software, Inc.

Fog surrounding health care cloud begins to clear
sponsored by CommVault Systems, Inc.
EGUIDE: This E-Guide from SearchHealthIT.com discusses some of the most important considerations for storing medical data in the cloud.
Posted: 21 May 2012 | Published: 21 May 2012

CommVault Systems, Inc.

Cloud Storage: A list of applications to move there now
sponsored by Transcend United Technologies
EGUIDE: Prioritizing what your company puts into the cloud can be confusing - this expert tip guide can help you sort it out.
Posted: 19 May 2012 | Published: 19 May 2012

Transcend United Technologies

7 Expert Tips on Vmware Backup
sponsored by Dell AppAssure
EBOOK: Get 7 tips for maintaining a bulletproof VMware backup infrastructure from David Davis, VMware vExpert.
Posted: 18 May 2012 | Published: 18 May 2012

Dell AppAssure

Network Storage From A to Z: Storage Solutions for SMBs
sponsored by Iomega Corporation, an EMC Company
WHITE PAPER: In this eBook you will learn about the efficient, economical ways to address the small business storage issues outlined above without busting the small business budget or hiring an IT department.
Posted: 17 May 2012 | Published: 17 May 2012

Iomega Corporation, an EMC Company

Redefining Backup & Recovery: A Call to CIOs
sponsored by CommVault Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Modernizing your IT environment can be a futile development if you don't keep your backup and recovery operations up to speed.
Posted: 16 May 2012 | Published: 16 May 2012

CommVault Systems, Inc.

Virtual Backup: Twice as Easy, with Half the Overhead
sponsored by Acronis
WHITE PAPER: This technology validation report from Taneja Group explains why VM backups are critical and shares their test results of Acronis vmProtect 7.
Posted: 14 May 2012 | Published: 14 May 2012

Acronis

Hybrid Storage: How to Get the Best of Solid-state and Disk
sponsored by Nexsan
WHITE PAPER: Check out this white paper to learn how hybrid storage can offer the performance of solid-state storage and the cost effectiveness and capacity of traditional disk storage.
Posted: 14 May 2012 | Published: 14 May 2012

Nexsan

Top 10 Reasons Why Customers Deploy Virtualized Oracle Environments on EMC Unified Storage
sponsored by EMC Corporation
WHITE PAPER: This brief resource provides 10 reasons why customers use EMC unified storage for deploying virtualized Oracle Environments.
Posted: 11 May 2012 | Published: 11 May 2012

EMC Corporation

Presentation Transcript: Virtualization Can Help Strengthen Oracle Investments
sponsored by EMC Corporation
PRESENTATION TRANSCRIPT: In this presentation transcript, join representatives from American Tire Distributors and EMC Corporation as they present the results they've achieved by virtualizing their Oracle environments.
Posted: 11 May 2012 | Published: 11 May 2012

EMC Corporation

Top 5 Challenges for Virtual Server Data Protection
sponsored by CommVault Systems, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Discover the top five challenges for virtual server data protection in today's increasingly virtualized climate.
Posted: 10 May 2012 | Published: 10 May 2012

CommVault Systems, Inc.

Hitachi’s Approach to Storage Capacity Efficiency
sponsored by Hitachi Data Systems
WHITE PAPER: Storage capacity efficiency through virtualization platforms can provide greater capacity in a more sustainable way than traditional storage methods.
Posted: 09 May 2012 | Published: 09 May 2012

Hitachi Data Systems

Storage Virtualization For Today and Tomorrow
sponsored by Hitachi Data Systems
WHITE PAPER: Discover how to get a free Hitachi Base Operating System by taking advantage of this offer.
Posted: 09 May 2012 | Published: 09 May 2012

Hitachi Data Systems

Virtualization, Deduplication and the Data Protection Connection
sponsored by Syncsort
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explains how to achieve truly efficient data protection amidst today's multitude of standalone solutions.
Posted: 08 May 2012 | Published: 08 May 2012

Syncsort

Adopt a Unified Approach to Data Management
sponsored by Hitachi Data Systems
WHITE PAPER: This IDC white paper explains why unified storage management solutions are best for today and tomorrow's data avalanches.
Posted: 01 May 2012 | Published: 01 May 2012

Hitachi Data Systems

E-Guide: Expert Strategies: Storage-Area Network for Virtualization
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
EGUIDE: This expert e-guide provides insight into the key differences between virtualizing network-attached storage (NAS) or storage area network (SAN) architectures. Read on to discover which storage virtualization choice is right for your organization.
Posted: 01 May 2012 | Published: 01 May 2012

Dell, Inc.

BriForum Academy: Introduction to Storage and How it is Applied in the Virtual World
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WEBCAST: This comprehensive webcast explores what you need to make sure you have the right storage in place for your present and future virtual deployments. Watch now to learn more.
Posted: 18 Apr 2012 | Premiered: 18 Apr 2012

Dell, Inc.

A Guide to Storage Efficiency
sponsored by FileTek, Inc.
EGUIDE: Check out this expert E-Guide to discover how you can better-analyze your storage infrastructure and drive costs down without compromising performance.
Posted: 16 Apr 2012 | Published: 16 Apr 2012

FileTek, Inc.

Unified Networking from Intel: Virtualize Network, Storage & Compute for Optimal Cloud Performance
sponsored by Intel
VIDEO: This exclusive video offers insights on why it's so valuable to virtualize your entire data center when transitioning to the cloud. Discover how Unified networking and a 10 Gigabit Ethernet can accelerate and simplify your migration.
Posted: 16 Apr 2012 | Premiered: 16 Apr 2012

Intel

Integrating Virtualized Storage Into a Fibre Channel Environment
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Dell Compellent Storage Center arrays utilize a virtualized architecture. This architecture not only enables technology independence between servers and storage, but it also supports key features such as thin provisioning, automated data tiering, and data protection, all of which enable exceptionally high efficiency in managing data storage.
Posted: 11 Apr 2012 | Published: 11 Apr 2012

Dell, Inc.

Whiteboard Session: Transform your storage infrastructure with Dell Storage Solutions
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WEBCAST: Dell Fluid Data solutions transform your storage, delivering efficiency & agility for the virtual era through intelligent data management, application optimization, data protection, disaster recovery, data retention, archiving & governance solutions. Check out this 3-minute video to learn more.
Posted: 11 Apr 2012 | Premiered: 11 Apr 2012

Dell, Inc.

Compellent Fluid Data Technology: Helping Your Bottom Line and the Environment
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: Dell's Fluid Data technology can help you overcome the challenges created by rapid data growth. With innovative technologies like automated tiered storage, thin provisioning and storage virtualization, Compellent can help you create a greener data center with a positive impact on your bottom line and the environment.
Posted: 09 Apr 2012 | Published: 09 Apr 2012

Dell, Inc.

Benefits of Deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 on Dell Compellent With Data Progression
sponsored by Dell, Inc.
WHITE PAPER: This white paper explores how investing in storage virtualization and automated tiered storage can optimize your data center, lowering your total cost of ownership and offering a significant return on investment. Specifically, it details the benefits of deploying Microsoft Exchange Server 2010 on Data Progression solutions
Posted: 07 Apr 2012 | Published: 07 Apr 2012

Dell, Inc.
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STORAGE VIRTUALIZATION DEFINITION (continued): …  add IT overhead unnecessarily, file virtualization provides several key advantages, including a global namespace to index files on network file servers. In addition, this virtual file storage consolidation allows excess storage capacity to be shared between file servers. Data migrations can be conducted between file servers transparently to end users and applications, which is ideal in a tiered storage infrastructure. In short, file virtualization allows companies to access isolated ("stranded") storage capacity on network file servers and perform seamless file migrations among them. … 
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