NetApp supports Microsoft Windows iSCSI Initiator 2.0

Network Appliance (NetApp) has announced support of Microsoft Windows iSCSI Initiator 2.0. Support of the initiator demonstrates the rapid integration of NetApp storage solutions with the latest Microsoft Windows storage technologies.

"The features of the latest iSCSI initiator combined with the advanced data management capabilities of NetApp unified storage systems make IP SAN a compelling offering for enterprise-class deployments," said Network Appliance India Country Manager, George Thomas.

Customers will now be able to better leverage their Windows storage investments for increased simplicity, performance, and scalability of Windows server solutions, including Exchange Server, SQL Server, and SharePoint Services. "Customers want a choice when building high-quality, highly available network storage systems," said Director in the Windows Server division at Microsoft, Rahul
Auradkar. 

"NetApp support of Windows iSCSI Initiator version 2.0 includes several advancements, including integrated Microsoft Multipath Input/Output
(MPIO) and support for x64. These advancements will help enterprise customers take advantage of their existing Windows investments to improve the IT value and operational efficiency of their networked storage systems," he added.

Using Windows iSCSI Initiator version 2.0, customers can easily deploy an IP SAN that takes advantage of the latest features of both Microsoft iSCSI Initiator and NetApp iSCSI storage solutions, including enhanced connectivity, increased availability, and advanced error correction and recovery capabilities.

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