Data Storage, Management and Protection in a Hybrid Environment

Chapter 1 Introduction to Hybrid Data Storage Environments 
1.1 Introduction
1.2 The Evolution of Data and Information in Modern Organizations
1.3 Data Versus Information: Understanding the Distinction
        1.3.1 Data Classifications 
1.4 The Evolution of Organizational Data Needs
        1.4.1 Primary Sources of Data Generation Today 
1.5 The Evolution of Data Management
1.6 The Rise of Cloud Computing
1.7 Defining Hybrid Data Storage 
        1.7.1 Components of Hybrid Data Storage
        1.7.2 Types of Storage in Hybrid Environments
        1.7.3 Benefits of Hybrid Data Storage
        1.7.4 Challenges of Hybrid Data Storage 
1.8 Best Practices for Hybrid Data Storage 
        1.8.1 Strategic Planning
        1.8.2 Robust Security Measures 
        1.8.3 Efficient Data Management 
        1.8.4 Performance Monitoring and Optimization
        1.8.5 Cost Optimization
        1.8.6 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning
        1.8.7 Data Governance
        1.8.8 Automation and Orchestration
1.9 Future Trends in Hybrid Data Storage
        1.9.1 Edge Computing Integration
        1.9.2 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
        1.9.3 Multicloud Strategies
        1.9.4 Data Mesh and Fabric Architectures
        1.9.5 Modular and Commodity-Based Designs
1.10 Conclusion 
Key Concepts
Key Terms
End-of-Chapter Questions
Case Studies
References 
Test Bank 

Chapter 2 Physical Data Infrastructures: Fundamentals and Technologies
2.1 Introduction
2.2 Core Elements of a Data Center 
        2.2.1 Computing Infrastructure
        2.2.2 Storage Systems
        2.2.3 Networking Equipment
        2.2.4 Power Infrastructure 
        2.2.5 Cooling Infrastructure
        2.2.6 Physical Infrastructure 
        2.2.7 Security Systems
        2.2.8 Management and Monitoring Systems
2.3 Key Characteristics of a Data Center
        2.3.1 Availability
        2.3.2 Security
        2.3.3 Scalability 
        2.3.4 Performance
        2.3.5 Data Integrity 
        2.3.6 Capacity 
        2.3.7 Manageability 
2.4 Host (Compute)
        2.4.1 Host Types 
2.5 Operating Systems
2.6 Common Operating Systems in Modern Data Centers
        2.6.1 Common Operating System
2.7 Device Drivers 
2.8 Logical Volume Manager
        2.8.1 Key Features and Functions
        2.8.2 Importance in Data Management and Storage
        2.8.3 LVM Components
        2.8.4 How LVM Works
        2.8.5 Conclusion 
2.9 File System 
        2.9.1 Common File Systems
        2.9.2 Functions of a File System 
        2.9.3 Components of a File System
        2.9.4 Journaling Versus Non-Journaling File Systems 
2.10 Compute Virtualization
        2.10.1 What Is Compute Virtualization?
        2.10.2 Hypervisor Types
        2.10.3 Benefits and Costs of Virtualization 
        2.10.4 Importance in Modern Data Centers
        2.10.5 Implementation and Utilization 
2.11 Data Storage Media 
        2.11.1 History of Data Storage 
2.12 Hard Disk Drives 
        2.12.1 Why HDDs Dominate Data Centers
        2.12.2 Anatomy of a Hard Disk Drive
        2.12.3 Physical Disk Structure
        2.12.4 Hard Disk Performance 
        2.12.5 Solid-State Drives
2.13 How Do SSDs Compare to HDDs in Terms of Durability and Lifespan 
        2.13.1 Durability
2.14 Hybrid Drives
        2.14.1 Components and Architecture
        2.14.2 Benefits of Hybrid Disk Drives in Data Centers 
        2.14.3 Drawbacks of Hybrid Disk Drives
        2.14.4 Trends and Considerations
2.15 Conclusion 
        2.15.1 Key Takeaways 
        2.15.2 Future Outlook
Key Concepts
Key Terms
End of Chapter Questions
References 

Chapter 3 Host to Data Storage Connectivity
3.1 Introduction
3.2 Physical Elements for Host Connectivity 
        3.2.1 Host Bus Adapters 
        3.2.2 Network Interface Card 
        3.2.3 Converged Network Adapters
3.3 Switches and Gateways in Modern Data Centers
        3.3.1 Data Center Switches
        3.3.2 Network-Attached Storage Gateways
        3.3.3 Cloud Storage Gateways
        3.3.4 Amazon Web Services Storage Gateways
        3.3.5 Fiber Channel and Storage Area Network Switches
        3.3.6 Summary
3.4 Cables
        3.4.1 Serial Advanced Technology Attachment Cables
        3.4.2 External Serial Advanced Technology Attachment Cables 
        3.4.3 Serial Attached Small Computer System Interface Cables
        3.4.4 Fiber-Optic Cables
        3.4.5 Ethernet Cables
3.5 Conclusion 
Key Concepts
Key Terms
End-of-Chapter Questions
References 

Chapter 4 Storage Infrastructure 
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Direct-Attached Storage 
        4.2.1 What Is Direct-Attached Storage? 
        4.2.2 How Is Direct-Attached Storage Used in Current Data Centers?
        4.2.3 Security Advantages of Direct-Attached Storage Over Networked Storage Options 
        4.2.4 Strengths and Weaknesses of Direct-Attached Storage 
        4.2.5 Use Cases for Direct-Attached Storage 
        4.2.6 Conclusion 
4.3 Intelligent Storage Systems 
        4.3.1 Defining Intelligent Storage
        4.3.2 Core Components 
        4.3.3 Cache 
        4.3.4 Front and Back Ends
        4.3.5 Physical Disks
4.4 Protecting Data 
        4.4.1 What Is a Redundant Array of Independent Disks?
        4.4.2 Implementation Methods
        4.4.3 Redundant Array of Independent Disks Techniques
        4.4.4 Redundant Array of Independent Disks Levels
4.5 Conclusion 
Key Terms
End-of-Chapter Questions
Case Studies
References 

Chapter 5 Fibre Channel SAN
5.1 Introduction
5.2 Fibre Channel
5.3 Physical Components of Fibre Channel
        5.3.1 Node Ports 
        5.3.2 Cabling
5.4 Fibre Channel Connectivity 
        5.4.1 Point-to-Point
        5.4.2 Arbitrated Loop 
        5.4.3 Switched Fabric 
5.5 Switched Fabric Ports in Fibre Channel Networks
5.6 Fibre Channel Protocol Stack 
        5.6.1 Fibre Channel Protocol Stack: Layer-by-Layer
5.7 Fibre Channel Addressing
        5.7.1 24-bit FC Address
        5.7.2 World Wide Name
        5.7.3 Fabric Registration and Routing
5.8 Fibre Channel Flow Control 
        5.8.1 Core Components of Fibre Channel Flow Control
        5.8.2 Buffer-to-Buffer Credit
        5.8.3 End-to-End Credit
        5.8.4 Flow Control in Multi-Switch Fabrics
        5.8.5 Impact of Flow Control Mechanisms on SAN Performance
5.9 Fibre Channel Zoning 
        5.9.1 What Is the Purpose of Zoning? 
        5.9.2 Why Is Zoning Important?
        5.9.3 Types/Forms of Zoning
        5.9.4 Zone Sets 
5.10 Fibre Channel SAN Topologies
        5.10.1 Mesh Topology 
        5.10.2 Core-Edge Fabric Topology
        5.10.3 Other Topologies Used in Modern Data Centers
5.11 Future Trends in Fibre Channel Topologies
        5.11.1 Key Future Trends
5.12 Conclusion 
Key Terms
End-of-Chapter Questions
Case Studies
References 

Chapter 6 IP (iSCSI), FCIP, and FCoE in Modern Data Centers
6.1 Introduction
        6.1.1 Converging Data and Storage Networks
        6.1.2 Artificial intelligence’s Growing Influence 
        6.1.3 Looking Ahead
6.2 Storage Area Networks in Modern Data Centers, Part Two 
6.3 Internet Protocol Storage Area Networks: Implementation and Best Practices 
        6.3.1 What Is an Internet Protocol Storage Area Network?
        6.3.2 Protocols Utilized in Modern Internet Protocol Storage Area Networks
6.4 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface 
        6.4.1 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface Components
        6.4.2 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface Topologies 
        6.4.3 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface Protocol Stack
        6.4.4 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface Discovery
        6.4.5 Internet Small Computer Systems Interface Names
6.5 Fiber Channel Over Internet Protocol
        6.5.1 Fiber Channel Over Internet Protocol Stack
        6.5.2 Fiber Channel Over Internet Protocol Topology 
6.6 Fiber Channel Over Ethernet 
        6.6.1 Fiber Channel Over Ethernet Network Components
        6.6.2 Fiber Channel Over Ethernet Frame Structure 
6.7 The Impact of Artificial Intelligence in the Modern Data Center
        6.7.1 Artificial Intelligence’s Effect on Fiber Channel Over Internet Protocol
        6.7.2 Role of Artificial Intelligence in Fiber Channel Over Internet Protocol 
        6.7.3 Strategic Impact
6.8 Conclusion 
Key Terms
End-of-Chapter Questions
Case Studies
References 

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