Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008 R2

Microsoft Windows Storage Server 2008 is built upon an optimized release of the reliable and flexible file services of Windows Server 2008 for better file serving performance. Microsoft then adds advanced storage technologies such as file de-duplication and an iSCSI software target for unified file- and block-based storage and packages it for delivery within storage appliances.

Advanced Storage Technologies

Windows Storage Server 2008 extends the basic functionality of a file server providing advanced technologies including file & block storage with iSCSI and data deduplication capabilities with SIS. These extended functionalities are designed to be easy-to-use and function transparently to the users of the organizations file infrastructure and require very little maintenance.

Simplified Deployment & Management

Windows Storage Server 2008 is deployed in an appliance form-factor which means hardware and software requirements are pre-configured vastly simplifying the deployment tasks normally associated with a new file server. The appliance form-factor also greatly reduces the required amount of time to deploy removing many management tasks and minimizing the impact of deployment on the organizations file infrastructure. Click here for a list of Windows Storage Server 2008 OEM Partners.

Key Features

Simplified access and high availability:

Distributed File System (DFS) provides customers with simplified access and high availability of data within and across physical locations

Centralized management:

File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) provides a single-management interface for managing and monitoring file services, with built-in reporting on how resources are being utilized

Collaboration between Windows and non-Windows clients: