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PowerStore storage appliances are optimized for operational simplicity and agility. PowerStore is based on a container-based microservices architecture, advanced storage technologies, and integrated machine learning that unlock the power of your data. PowerStore is a versatile platform with a performance-centric design that delivers multidimensional scale, always-on data reduction, and support for next-generation media. A PowerStore 9000T model appliance is used in this testing. The storage specifications for this test are detailed in the section Storage specifications.
PowerStore brings the simplicity of public cloud to on-premises infrastructure, streamlining operations with an integrated machine-learning engine and seamless automation. It also offers predictive analytics to easily monitor, analyze, and troubleshoot the environment. PowerStore is highly adaptable, providing the flexibility to host specialized workloads directly on the appliance and modernize infrastructure without disruption. It also offers investment protection through flexible payment solutions and data-in-place upgrades.
With the addition of integrated file services, there is no requirement to purchase an external storage device for file shares. User access through NFS or SMB is integrated, with the ability to share files between Microsoft Windows and UNIX or Linux users. This ability simplifies administration as a single interface can be used to manage block and file resources.
PowerStore can serve data using file services, iSCSI, Fibre Channel, and NVMe over Fibre Channel (NVMe/FC) to provide seamless integration into your environment.
For more information about PowerStore, go to Dell EMC Storage at Dell.com and the Dell Technologies InfoHub.