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FreedomFabric Network Operating System Software

Simplifying File Access with File Virtualization File virtualization creates a logical abstraction of the physical storage environment. This presentation layer, also referred to as a Global Namespace, enables simple logical access to physical file systems, and hides storage changes from clients. Acopia's FreedomFabric software does not introduce a new file system into the storage environment, but acts as a proxy to federate file systems that are already in place on the underlying storage layer. FreedomFabric software uses industry-standard file access protocols, NFS and CIFS, to communicate with both clients accessing files and storage servers providing them. Simplifying Storage Management with Automated Storage Management Policies FreedomFabric network operating system software enables IT organizations to automate and enforce data management policies in realtime.-Operations that were once done manually can now be performed automatically, without disruption to users and applications.This significantly extends the value of existing storage investments and enhances business workflow in four key areas: Data Migration Administrators can use powerful policies for a range of data migration tasks - from moving entire file systems to individual files. Storage Tiering FreedomFabric network operating system software automates the placement and movement of data between different tiers (or classes) of storage, with each tier potentially comprising devices from multiple vendors. Acopia's storage tiering capability operates at the file-level, enabling organizations to move just files or projects based on certain criteria (age, type, etc.) rather than entire file systems. Acopia does not leave behind stubs or pointers which pose availability risks and complicate backup and recovery procedures. Real-time policy enforcement capabilities enable files to be placed on appropriate devices automatically. Data Replication Disk-based replicas of file data can be created and used for disaster recovery applications. Load Balancing Real-time load balancing policies allow enterprises to create larger "virtual file servers" from existing file storage devices, aggregating the resources of these physical devices and optimizing application performance.

Industry

Horizontal IT Infrastructure

Red Hat Certifications

This product has been certified to run on the following Red Hat products and technologies:

Target Product Level
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.x Self-Certified