A solid state driver is a non-volatile
storage device for storing persistent data on solid state flash memory. It is
not a traditional hard drive due to the absence of moving parts, like the
spinning disk with a write/read head on the mechanical arm. SSDs, on the other
hand, have a range of semiconductor memory arranged as a disk drive via
integrated circuits instead of optical storage or magnetic media.
SSDs are continuously being developed and
adopted due to the increasing need for higher I/O (input/output) performance. They
are more reliable in heavy random and read workloads. This is due to the flash
SDD's ability to directly and immediately read data from a certain flash SDD
cell location. Hence, SSDs are more preferred for high-performance
servers that must deliver data in real-time.
Benefits of SSDs to Servers
A growing business always has to deal with
growing amounts of data, resulting in conventional storage platforms becoming
less effective and reliable, especially when data management systems are
concerned. IT managers have been treating SSDs as an alternative storage
solution, especially for a business that deals with heavy workloads like e-commerce
stores where fast data access is crucial. This way, the use of SSD on their
servers is justified.
SSDs are able to deliver high performance
I/O operations per second, with minimal latency for transaction-intensive
storage and server applications. When used in conjunction with HDD systems,
SSDs may help reduce the total cost of ownership with their low operating
temperatures and low power consumption. SSD technology continues to develop and
thrive, but solid state drives in servers are already available, like the Intel
320 SSDs, which are compatible with Dell's PowerEdge server.
The Cost to Implement SSDs
It may be difficult for a business to
completely upgrade to solid state drives in servers due to high deployment
costs. However, it will still depend on what the business needs. Consider
having your business evaluated for SSDs in servers by talking to a reputable
and seasoned IT consultant. This way, you can find practical IT solutions and
other alternatives that are cost-effective and can increase your productivity
and competitive advantage.
About the Author:
Mike Rana is the Chief Technology Advisor of
Orion Network Solutions. Orion Network
Solutions specializes in providing Computer Installation, Maintenance,
and Consulting services along with 24x7 help desk services for small and
midsize companies. We provide network solutions that enable small businesses to
not only lower their management cost but also increases employee productivity
at the same low price. We offer network solution that becomes an integral part
of your organization and can provide an increase in productivity of your
organization.
