GLUSTER STORAGE PLATFORM

Gluster Storage Platform is an open source clustered storage solution. The software is a powerful and flexible solution that simplifies the task of managing unstructured file data whether you have a few terabytes of storage or multiple petabytes. Gluster Storage Platform integrates the file system, an operating system layer, and a web-based management interface and installer. Installation is a simple process that enables customers to deploy a few hundred terabytes of clustered storage in two steps and just a few mouse clicks. Gluster Storage Platform runs on industry standard hardware from any vendor and delivers multiple times the scalability and performance of conventional storage at a fraction of the cost.

Gluster Storage Platform clusters together storage building blocks, aggregating disk and memory resources and managing your data in a single global namespace. It employs a stackable file system architecture that can be optimized for specific application profiles with simple plug-in modules, optimizing performance for a wide range of workloads.

Key Features & Benefits

Scalability	Linear scalability makes it easy to expand as needed. • Truly linear scalability • Scales to hundreds of petabytes • Add new nodes with two mouse clicks
Performance	Unique architecture eliminates the need for a metadata sever and produces truly ground-breaking IOPS and throughput. • No metadata server • No central point of failure • Automatic load balancing • Stripe files across dozens of storage blocks
Kernel Independent	Gain the benefits of kernel-independence without any of the performance tradeoffs. • No complex cross-platform compatibility issues • No problematic upgrades • Easy implementation of custom applications and modules.
High Availability	High availability options include data mirroring and real time self-healing. • Error detection and correction even while files are running or during hardware failures
Easy Deployment & Management	Deploy petabyte-scale storage in just 15 minutes. Ongoing maintenance is simple and efficient with integrated management of volumes, data resources, and servers. • Self Healing (no fsck) • Automatic error-correction • Wizard based deployments • Centralized logging and reporting • No system downtime for upgrades or new nodes
Optimized for Virtual Servers	True virtual storage for server virtualization. • Store VM images and data in single namespace • Multiple copies of VM images provide always-on performance— even during hardware failure
Quick, Flexible Setup	Gluster features push-button setup enabling you to customize your storage settings for your workload. You can easily optimize for small files, cloud computing, or any other usage. • Native clients available but not required • Supports NFS, CIFS, HTTP, Web-DAV, and FTP protocols • Network: Gigabit Ethernet, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, InfiniBand
Flexible Modular Design	Gluster’s modular architecture enables easy addition of features without the bloat for features that you don’t require. • Easy, fast feature enhancements • Design Gluster for your workload • Eliminate unneeded features for optimum speed

Sample solutions RAID, Inc. provided to Life Science and Financial Service companies