The importance of redundancy for hard drive storage
Hard drive storage is serious business. According to the National Archives and Records Administration, 93% of companies that lose access to their data center for more than ten days will find themselves in bankruptcy within a year. As a business owner, you must consider this in your expenses. Having the right solution is your only option.
What Is Redundancy in Hard Drive Storage?
So many things can happen to cause a loss of data. Hardware failures, software viruses, lost Internet connections, malicious attacks, and even fires can result in the catastrophic loss of your digital information. The best strategy is to be proactive and to prepare for any potential hiccups. Here, we are referring to a method of securing data known as redundancy.
It is common to confuse redundancy with backups. While backing up your data is a common process, redundancy refers to more than just data storage. Redundancy provides the ability to maintain continuity of service in the case of an accident by storing data in separate, multiple locations.
NAS and Hard Drive Storage
A network-attached storage (NAS) is a computer data storage server that connects to a computer network, which then provides data access to a group of clients.
NAS systems began gaining popularity around 2010. Using a variety of sharing protocols, this system has become a convenient method for sharing files across multiple computers.
NAS Hard Drive Storage Solutions
There are dozens of NAS boxes to choose from. They all come with the promise of keeping your data safe and accessible, and they can connect to multiple computers on your network. Costs range depending upon the available features and storage capacity. The following are the three primary types of NAS boxes based on your business needs.
Consumer Level: If you only need to share documents, media, photos and print server, this NAS is the right solution for you.
Small/Medium Business (SMB) Level: If you have an environment with the need for large-scale file sharing, SMB is the right choice for you. This solution comes with fast processors and high-end ram capabilities, resulting in better performance. The SMB NAS can also accommodate more data than the consumer-level option.
Enterprise: This top-end solution comes with advanced features such as high expansion ability and a redundant power supply. In the case of a power failure, a second power source will automatically take over.
Why Choose ProStorage for Your Hard Drive Storage Needs?
The experts at ProStorage can advise you on what type of NAS solution is best for you. For more information on data storage and tips from the experts, continue browsing the How to Archive blog, a ProStorage partner.