Minnesnätverksarkitektur

Minnesnätverksarkitektur, often referred to as Storage Area Network (SAN) architecture, describes the design and implementation of a dedicated network that provides access to consolidated block-level data storage. This architecture decouples storage from servers, allowing for efficient sharing and management of storage resources across multiple systems. Key components include hosts (servers), storage devices, and network infrastructure that facilitates communication between them. Protocols like Fibre Channel and iSCSI are commonly employed to establish the connections within a SAN. Fibre Channel offers high speed and dedicated bandwidth, while iSCSI leverages existing Ethernet networks, providing a more cost-effective solution for some environments. The primary benefit of a minnesnätverksarkitektur is improved storage utilization, scalability, and performance. It enables centralized management, simplified backups, and enhanced disaster recovery capabilities by providing a flexible and robust infrastructure for data storage.