FlexPod

FlexPod is a converged infrastructure solution created and developed by NetApp in partnership with Cisco. It is one of the converged infrastructure solutions on the market to optimize and simplify data center management and provide a reliable, high-performance foundation for running a variety of applications and services.

Product description

FlexPod is designed to provide a comprehensive solution that combines various components including:

  • Storage: includes data storage systems, such as those from NetApp, that offer centralized and powerful storage for data.
  • Networking: Cisco provides the network infrastructure, including switches, routing equipment, and networking technologies that are critical to the proper operation and configuration of a converged infrastructure.
  • Virtualization technology: FlexPod supports virtualization and running virtual machines and containers, enabling efficient use of hardware resources and flexibility in application operation.
  • Management: an infrastructure management solution that facilitates system configuration, monitoring and maintenance.
  • Integration and interoperability: FlexPod is designed to integrate easily into existing IT environments and be compatible with different applications and operating systems.

The main benefits of FlexPod are fast implementation, high availability, scalability and reduced data center operations and management costs. FlexPod provides organizations with flexibility and efficiency in infrastructure management, enabling them to respond quickly to changing needs.

Features

Flexibility:
FlexPod enables organisations to respond quickly to changing IT infrastructure requirements and needs. It is easy to add or remove components, both for storage and network infrastructure.

Scalability:
FlexPod is designed to scale, allowing organizations to increase capacity and performance as data and traffic grow.

Performance and Reliability:
With a combination of Cisco network infrastructure and NetApp storage, FlexPod offers high performance and reliability for running applications and services.

Virtualization:
Supports virtualization at various levels, including servers, storage, and network components. This enables efficient use of hardware resources and reduces costs.

Centralized management:
The FlexPod includes tools for centralized management and monitoring of the infrastructure, making it easier to operate and maintain.

Compatibility and Interoperability:
It is designed to be compatible with different operating systems, applications and protocols. This allows organisations to maintain flexibility in their choice of technologies.

Cost optimization:
FlexPod can help reduce data center operations and management costs by consolidating and simplifying infrastructure.

Fast implementation:
The FlexPod is pre-tested and validated, enabling fast implementation and reducing the risk of errors.

Open to the cloud:
The FlexPod is designed to support cloud technologies and enable organisations to build hybrid cloud environments.

Benefits

Proven solution design from all participating vendors (Cisco, NetApp, VMware)

Collaborative support - a shared contact is available to service the entire solution

Integration with Cisco Intersight

Highly accessible architecture

Scale-up and scale-out expansion without downtime

Secure multitenant configuration

Why Alef?

  • Strong technical team specialising in remote collaboration
  • Unique know-how in the areas of solution design, implementation and subsequent management
  • Dozens of satisfied customers

Who is FlexPod for?

FlexPod is a converged infrastructure solution designed for a wide range of organizations and customers looking for a reliable and flexible infrastructure for their data centers FlexPod can be customized and scaled to meet the needs of small, medium and large enterprises. This means it is suitable for businesses with varying capacity and performance requirements.

It should be noted that FlexPod is flexible and configurable, meaning it can be tailored to the specific needs and requirements of different industries and organisations. It is designed for those looking for a comprehensive infrastructure solution that reduces management complexity and increases the efficiency of data centre operations.