5. Functions <VAAI Support (1)>
VAAI Support
(1) Server Virtualization
Typically server’s CPU utilization is low. To utilize the remaining resources, use server virtualization to
run multiple virtual machines on one physical server. There are many server virtualization software
products. VMware is one of the better known products and is widely used.
(2) Optimize Storage Performance
Vmware vSphere has VAAI (vStorage API for Array Integration) that optimizes storage performance.
M-Series supports the following three VAAI features.
• Full Copy
• Block Zeroing
• Hardware-Assisted Locking
Overview of these features can be found in the following pages.
(3) VAAI Support Settings
VAAI support settings can be configured by NEC StorageManager.
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