Data Domain VE running on VxRail / vSAN
Recently I was asked to help size and design a Data Domain Virtual Edition (DDVE) on VxRail or vSAN. So is it a good idea to run a virtual backup appliance on vSAN / VxRail?
There are many vendors that offer such solutions today but one of which that comes to mind is Data Domain VE (DD-VE), the software-only version of DELL EMC's Data Domain.
Removing Inaccessible Objects in vSAN
Having issues with vSAN - Inaccessible Objects? This post may be helpful in looking up what the issue might be.
vSAN Benchmarking on Consumer Grade Kit
I often get questions around performance with regards to vSAN. It is not an easy thing to quantify unfortunately because of the variables involved. Servers, disks, IO controllers, networks and not to mention, continuous improvements in software.
New SuperMicro SYS-E200-8D Lab Gear!
Got myself some new lab kit while I was in Palo Alto a couple of weeks ago. Decided perhaps its time to up the ante onto some decent, pseudo “Enterprise” gear for lab use.