Eddie_1
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Dell Powervault NX3200
Hi all.
I'm looking for some insight and direction. I have a server that needs to be replaced and it's been suggested that a NAS (Powervault NX3200) could be a possibility versus purchasing a new server. The solution will be strictly as a file "server". We have file sharing in several locations and it's time to nip that in the bud by moving all file shares into 1 location. I understand the Powervault comes with Windows Server 2012 installed. Is this a good option to replace an aging server and move file shares into a NAS?
As an fyi, I do have an Equallogic PS6100XS in place that's running like a champ with a 2-node Hyper-V cluster. (I am about to add a 3rd node within the next few weeks). However, I did make a mistake purchasing the 1 gig instead of spending a few extra bucks for the 10 gig initially. (I was led to believe it could be upgraded to 10 at a later date. That was the BIG mistake but that's another talk show.
Eddie
I'm looking for some insight and direction. I have a server that needs to be replaced and it's been suggested that a NAS (Powervault NX3200) could be a possibility versus purchasing a new server. The solution will be strictly as a file "server". We have file sharing in several locations and it's time to nip that in the bud by moving all file shares into 1 location. I understand the Powervault comes with Windows Server 2012 installed. Is this a good option to replace an aging server and move file shares into a NAS?
As an fyi, I do have an Equallogic PS6100XS in place that's running like a champ with a 2-node Hyper-V cluster. (I am about to add a 3rd node within the next few weeks). However, I did make a mistake purchasing the 1 gig instead of spending a few extra bucks for the 10 gig initially. (I was led to believe it could be upgraded to 10 at a later date. That was the BIG mistake but that's another talk show.
Eddie
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Plenty of other people have their file servers as VMs but it can be cheaper to use a dedicated server since those internal disk slots are much cheaper than on the SAN.
Plenty of other people have their file servers as VMs but it can be cheaper to use a dedicated server since those internal disk slots are much cheaper than on the SAN.
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A NAS is being considered as an option to a new server with cost as a comparison and wanted to make certain that would be a good way to go. Thanks for your insight andyalder!
If you have the SAN capacity, I would just add a VM to act as a file server. I have been doing that with EqualLogic storage for about 6 years now. It is a good suggestion unless you don't have the capacity.
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