Special.Edition.Using.Storage.Area.Networks

Introducing Storage Area Networks Storage area networks (SAN) are a mass storage solution for providing fast and instantaneous access to the storage in an enterprise network. SAN refers to the network infrastructure that is used to connect the computers and devices on the LAN to a separate network containing storage devices. SAN provides a reliable and highly scalable system for the storage of enormous amounts of data. The key point that distinguishes a storage area network from other storage arrangements is that the storage res ides behind the servers and not on the LAN. SANs are used typically in enterprise networks where the storage requirements are in the range of multiple terabytes. The storage area network provides an ideal solution to networks that require a scalable and robust system. The disaster recovery features and zero downtime are key features of most SAN setups. Any organization that requires a huge storage capacity