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Optimizing Your Data Estate with NetApp On-Premises Management Solution

Discover and Manage NetApp On-Premises Data Storage

NetApp On-Premises offers a comprehensive solution to deploy and operate file, block, and object storage directly on-premises. It allows users to discover and manage ONTAP clusters running on AFF/FAS controllers, ONTAP Select, E-Series, EF-Series arrays, and StorageGRID appliances. With BlueXP, users can access the necessary tools to configure, operate, and take advantage of NetApp's data protection and governance capabilities within their hybrid multicloud data estate.

Operating NetApp ONTAP Clusters

NetApp On-Premises enables users to manage their ONTAP clusters by creating, replicating, backing up, scanning, classifying, and tiering data. The platform offers advanced management features through ONTAP System Manager, providing health and performance observability with BlueXP analysis and control.

Managing NetApp E/EF-Series Arrays

Users can view system capacity distribution, volumes, hosts, and gain health and performance observability through BlueXP when operating NetApp E/EF-Series arrays. This functionality enhances the management and monitoring capabilities of these storage systems.

Operating NetApp StorageGRID Appliances

With NetApp On-Premises, users gain visibility into system capacity distribution, alerts, nodes, tenants, and can integrate with BlueXP for tiering, backup, recovery, copy, and sync functionalities. The platform offers health and performance observability, enhancing the operational efficiency of StorageGRID appliances.

Unified Management of On-Premises Storage

NetApp On-Premises provides centralized control and uniform management for all on-premises and public cloud systems. Users can achieve full visibility and interoperability across their hybrid multicloud data estate, allowing for seamless integration and streamlined operations. The platform facilitates the integration of on-premises systems with BlueXP's ecosystem for a cohesive data management experience.

Getting Started with NetApp On-Premises

The platform offers comprehensive documentation to help users discover and manage ONTAP clusters, optimize their clusters using Active IQ digital advisor, and effectively handle StorageGRID and E/EF-Series storage systems. Users can leverage the latest updates, blogs, and datasheets to maximize their experience with NetApp On-Premises.

Optimizing Azure NetApp Files Performance with the Azure NetApp Files Sizer

Introduction to Azure NetApp Files

Azure NetApp Files is a fully managed file service from Microsoft Azure powered by NetApp technology. It is designed to deliver high-performance, scalable file storage for Azure Virtual Machines and Container Instances. With Azure NetApp Files, customers can easily move their file-based applications to the cloud without rearchitecting them, benefiting from enterprise-grade data management and security. The service is ideal for a wide range of use cases, including databases, SAP deployments, high-performance computing (HPC), and many more.

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Enhancing VMware Workloads with NetApp BlueXP

Unified Hybrid Multicloud Storage Infrastructure

Moving VMware workloads from on-premises to the public cloud often presents challenges such as replatforming applications and operational efficiency issues. NetApp's BlueXP solution offers a centralized hybrid multicloud storage infrastructure that decouples storage from compute. This enables seamless migration and data protection, reducing the total cost of ownership for VMware environments.

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Maximize Your Data Storage with NetApp's CVO Sizer

Introduction to NetApp CVO Sizer

NetApp's Cloud Volumes ONTAP (CVO) Sizer is a powerful tool designed to help businesses efficiently size their data storage solutions. By using this tool, organizations can optimize their storage infrastructure based on their specific requirements, ensuring they get the most out of their storage investments. Whether it's for on-premises, cloud, or hybrid environments, the CVO Sizer offers a comprehensive solution to meet diverse storage needs.

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NetApp BlueXP Copy and Sync: Fast and Secure Data Migration Service

Introduction to NetApp BlueXP Copy and Sync

NetApp® BlueXP™ copy and sync is a service designed to facilitate fast and secure data migration by enabling data transfers and synchronization between any source and target, including non-NetApp environments. This service provides a seamless way to set up sync schedules, receive notifications/alerts, and generate reports with ease. With a flexible pricing model, NetApp BlueXP Copy and Sync caters to diverse migration needs.

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Centralized File Storage Solutions with NetApp BlueXP

Centralized File Storage Challenges

As companies grow, their file systems often become dispersed across various storage environments, making it challenging for IT teams to manage and protect data effectively. Moreover, global teams face collaboration issues when sharing common files stored in isolated silos. NetApp's BlueXP solution addresses these challenges by enabling businesses to centralize their distributed NAS and consolidate file servers in the cloud. This centralization simplifies operations and enhances data protection while reducing storage costs.

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