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What is Network Storage

Network storage generally refers to SAN (storage-are network) or NAS (network-attached storage). Network-attached storage (NAS) is file-level computer data storage connected to a computer network providing data access to heterogeneous clients. Network storage devices are gaining popularity as a convenient method of sharing files among multiple computers. Potential benefits of network-attached storage, compared to file servers, include faster data access, easier administration, and simple configuration.

SolarWinds FREE Tools Related to Network Storage

SAN Monitor

Quickly and easily monitor EMC®, Dell®, IBM®, and Sun® StorageTek™ storage arrays! Our free SAN Monitor delivers the real-time visibility you need to stay steps ahead of infrastructure evils that threaten to slow storage performance.

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SolarWinds Products Related to Network Storage

Storage Manager

Storage Manager makes it easy to manage the performance and growth of your multi-vendor storage environment. With end-to-end mapping of your physical and virtual infrastructure, Storage Manager delivers the comprehensive view into storage health that you need to troubleshoot problems quickly. Learn More »