How Many CSVs Should a Scale-Out File Server Have?
by Aidan Finn
Aidan Finn explains how many cluster shared volumes (CSVs) you should have in a Windows Server 2012 R2 Scale-Out File Server.
How Would Microsoft Design a Scale-Out File Server: Disks, Networking, and More
by Aidan Finn
Discover how disks, networks, servers, and Storage Bricks play a part in designing a SOFS in part 2 of this series.
How Would Microsoft Design a Scale-Out File Server?
with 4 Comments by Aidan Finn
WWMSD? Ever wonder how Microsoft would design a SOFS for storage over SMB 3.0 networking with transparent failover? Find out more in part 1 of this series.
Designing a Basic Scale-Out File Server (SOFS)
with 5 Comments by Aidan Finn
We've shown you how to create a basic scale-out file server (SOFS) – now it's time to learn what goes into designing an SOFS!
Create a Basic Scale-Out File Server (SOFS)
with 5 Comments by Aidan Finn
We're creating a scale-out file server (SOFS) to share failover storage using Windows Server 2012 R2. Learn how with this how-to guide!
Windows Server 2012: SMB 3.0 and the Scale-Out File Server
with 6 Comments by Aidan Finn
Wondering what's up with SOFS? Learn the basics of Windows Server 2012 SMB 3.0 Scale-Out File Server in this article.
Azure File Sync Requirements
by Aidan Finn
This post will detail the system requirements and considerations for planning an Azure File Sync deployment.
What Is Hyper-Convergence in Windows Server 2016?
In this Ask the Admin, Russell Smith explains what hyper-convergence is and how it can help simplify your IT systems.
Nano Server End of Support Is “Spring 2018”
by Aidan Finn
Aidan Finn discusses the impact of the end of Nano as a viable operating system for physical and virtual machines.
Nano Server Is Here Today. Gone… Pretty Soon
by Aidan Finn
Aidan Finn discusses Microsoft's announcement to remove all the infrastructure features, such as scale-out file server and Hyper-V from Nano Server.
Deploying VHD Sets on Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V
by Aidan Finn
Aidan Finn shows you how to deploy VHD Sets on Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V.
What Is the Storage Resiliency of Windows Server 2016?
by Aidan Finn
Aidan Finn explains how storage resiliency decreases downtime to virtual machines that are running on Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V.
The Nano Server Debate – Yes or No?
by Aidan Finn
It is clear from Microsoft’s publicity about Windows Server 2016 that the corporation believes that the default choice for installing a new server is Nano Server. Do you agree with that view? In this opinion post, I discuss the merits of both sides of the argument, share my take on the matter, and ask what you think.
What’s New in Windows Server 2016 TP5 Storage?
by Aidan Finn
Learn about storage feature improvements in the Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview 5.
New Features in Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview 5
Almost as if it didn't even happen, Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview 5 slipped out the door on April 27th. Russell Smith gives us an overview of what's new in this release.
