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Qumulo Summary and Demo



Storage Field Day 8


This video is part of the appearance, “Qumulo Presents at Storage Field Day 8“. It was recorded as part of Storage Field Day 8 at 8:00 - 10:00 on October 22, 2015.


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Qumulo’s presentation at Storage Field Day 8, led by Peter Godman, highlighted the company’s scalable storage solutions and analytics capabilities. Godman began by demonstrating the ease of building a cluster, showcasing how users can rapidly establish a scalable storage system using Qumulo’s interface. He illustrated this setup process along with the deployment of sample data, emphasizing the user-friendly nature of Qumulo’s configuration and management features, all conducted through a straightforward HTML5-based web interface.

A significant portion of the presentation focused on Qumulo’s advanced analytics features, which are designed to tackle common storage administration challenges. Godman addressed issues that arise during high Input/Output Operations (IOPS), particularly the difficulty in identifying the root causes of spikes in workload without adequate visibility. He explained how Qumulo’s analytics provide users with real-time insights into IOPS hotspots and capacity usage across large-scale file systems, using visually intuitive tools to track where data is being accessed and what drives operational load. This level of detailed visibility is vital for administrators managing vast amounts of data, as it simplifies diagnosing performance issues and optimizing system resources.

In closing, Godman shared examples of Qumulo’s scalability, including a system with over 9.2 billion files and discussions about how their infrastructure is suited to both large and small file environments. He acknowledged the challenges posed by scaling storage systems effectively, especially in handling numerous small files, which is often difficult for traditional systems. By illustrating the architectural strengths and the ongoing innovation at Qumulo, the presentation positioned the company’s storage solutions as robust options for enterprises with demanding data requirements.

Personnel: Peter Godman


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