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SAP HANA production systems in TDI environments must meet the SAP KPIs for storage performance. These systems also demand HA and redundancy in storage and network components such as network cards, HBAs, network switches, and storage front-end (FE) components. HA and redundant systems protect SAP HANA database operations from component failure.
The following sections of this guide provide configuration recommendations and best practices for your networks and storage systems based on the connectivity option that you choose for the SAP HANA production systems.