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Migration of NetApp on-premises archive systems to the AWS cloud

Are you looking for efficient ways to migrate your on-premises archive systems to the cloud? On this page, you will find out how you can successfully manage this challenging process with our help.

Challenges

An archive system naturally has a growing volume of data, which requires the continuous provision of sufficient storage capacity. It may be necessary to carry out regular physical expansions to ensure uninterrupted functionality.

In order to guarantee the security and functionality of the on-premise storage ONTAP system, it is crucial to carry out regular software updates. These updates ensure that both the security standards and the latest functions are always up to date.

On-premise, users are responsible for backing up the NetApp storage system to another medium, such as backup tapes. This responsibility can be an additional burden.

In addition, SnapLock On-Premise only supports hot storage and no cold storage. This can lead to increased costs.

Another challenge is the limited lifespan of the on-premise storage system. Hardware defects, the discontinuation of maintenance by the manufacturer and the scarcity of spare parts mean that regular hardware refreshes every few years are unavoidable.

Migrating to the AWS cloud offers an efficient and reliable solution that addresses these challenges.

The solution: Cloud migration to AWS FSX ONTAP!

  • AWS has developed the Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP service together with NetApp

  • No more CapEx costs but pure OpEx costs (monthly costs for utilization)

  • Same functionality of the ONTAP software as on-premise

  • Is completely managed by AWS

  • Automatic ONTAP software updates without downtime

  • Automatic hardware refresh without downtime

  • You can expand the storage system “at the click of a mouse” with almost unlimited capacity

  • You automatically have hot and cold storage with full SnapLock support

  • The Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP storage system can be easily and automatically backed up to another AWS storage medium using AWS Backup

On-demand webinar – Migration of NetApp on-premises archive systems to the AWS cloud (German speaking!)

Would you like more information on this topic? Then take a look at our recorded webinar on the topic:

Your advantages

Relief for IT teams

Is completely managed by AWS
– Automatic ONTAP software updates without downtime
– Automatic hardware refresh without downtime

Flexible

You can expand the capacity of the storage system “at the click of a mouse” almost indefinitely

Cost savings

No more CapEx costs but pure OpEx costs (monthly costs for utilization)

Contact us for a free expert consultation to discuss the possibilities in your area.

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