Through a series of software management tools called Host PowerTools, INFINIDAT provides both storage and application administrators with a new, advanced generation of storage management capabilities.
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Host Readiness
Automating the host configuration process, according to best practices, reduces the risk of downtime, reduces manual labor, and shortens configuration time.
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Initial Authentication to the Storage System
To prevent a situation where a host gains access to the wrong data, security requirements dictate that the host/application identify itself to the storage. Host PowerTools enable the administrator to perform the security authentication only once.
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LUN Provisioning
Host PowerTools fully automate this entire LUN provisioning process, on both the storage and host sides, using a single, user-friendly GUI and CLI.
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Adding Capacity
Increase an existing LUN size or provision a new LUN through Host PowerTools. Both tasks are available through the GUI and the CLI, and take just a few seconds to complete.
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Current Configuration Visibility
Host PowerTools provide a clear, real-time configuration status of all available LUNs on each system. Host PowerTools further enable administrators to test the performance of a specific LUN, to ensure it is performing well.
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Same Tool - Multiple Operating Systems
Host PowerTools offer an identical GUI and CLI across multiple operating systems, while still preserving the unique capabilities of each OS (such as file system types). This unique feature simplifies the administrator’s work and boosts productivity.