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What is Microsoft Storage Spaces?

Storage Spaces is a Windows and Windows Server feature aimed at protecting your data from hard drive malfunctions. Functioning similarly to RAID, it serves as a software-based solution. This feature allows users to merge three or more drives into a unified storage pool, which can then be divided into individual Storage Spaces. These spaces usually keep several copies of your data, providing a safeguard so that in the event of a drive failure, your information remains protected. Should you need more storage, adding extra drives to your existing pool is a straightforward process. Storage Spaces can be implemented in four main ways: on a regular Windows PC, on a standalone server that houses all the storage internally, on a clustered server that employs Storage Spaces Direct with local drives linked to each cluster node, and on a clustered server that uses one or more shared SAS storage enclosures for all drives. This flexibility not only accommodates the expansion of volumes on Azure Stack HCI but also enhances clusters operating on Windows Server, facilitating adaptable and robust data management. Ultimately, by utilizing these diverse configurations, users can customize their storage setups to align with their unique requirements effectively.

What is Maxta?

Maxta's Hyperconvergence software empowers IT teams to choose their preferred servers and hypervisors, facilitating independent storage scaling and enabling various workloads to operate seamlessly on a single cluster. In contrast to conventional hyperconverged appliances, Maxta abolishes vendor lock-in and the associated costs of refreshes and upgrades, granting users the flexibility to leverage existing servers, acquire pre-configured solutions, or opt for a combination of both. While traditional appliances may hide additional costs, Maxta guarantees that you will never incur charges for software updates when you refresh your hardware. Unlike many storage and hyperconverged systems that limit policy management to the LUN, volume, or cluster level, Maxta supports the simultaneous execution of multiple applications on the same cluster without sacrificing performance or availability. This stands in stark contrast to appliance-based solutions that necessitate purchasing new software licenses with hardware updates and require additional appliances for storage expansion. With Maxta, you can maintain perpetual ownership of your software, allowing for effortless storage expansion by simply adding drives to your current servers. This innovative approach significantly improves cost-effectiveness while simplifying resource management in your IT infrastructure, ultimately leading to a more agile and responsive operational environment. As businesses evolve, choosing Maxta positions IT departments to adapt swiftly to changing demands.

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Integrations Supported

Azure Local
Microsoft Azure
PowerShell
SAS MDM
Windows Server

Integrations Supported

Red Hat Virtualization
VMware Cloud

API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Windows

Supported Platforms

SaaS

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Microsoft

Date Founded

1975

Company Location

United States

Company Website

docs.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/storage/storage-spaces/overview

Company Facts

Organization Name

Maxta

Date Founded

2009

Company Location

United States

Company Website

www.maxta.com

Categories and Features

Hybrid Cloud Storage

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Categories and Features

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