How does the Diamond Array achieve its exceptional performance in RAID configurations?
A. RAID applications are the most taxing on storage subsystems. These calculations (called XOR processes) ensure redundancy but are “compute intensive.” The ATTO Diamond Array utilizes hardware to complete the XOR calculations. This removes the task from the processors running the storage array and places the workload on components optimized for the duty. ATTO uses patented technology coupled with custom Application Specific Integrated Circuit (ASICs) processors to accomplish this. ATTO has many years of ASIC development experience that results in enhanced performance in the Diamond Array. ATTO’s Diamond RAID Array outperforms competitive products in RAID 5 applications by up to 85%.
