Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Articles about storage, backup, virtualization, technology, innovation, programming, leadership, management,... etc
Recovering data from a failed RAID 5 array can be complex and requires careful handling to avoid further data loss. RAID 5 uses striping with parity, meaning data is distributed across all drives with one drive storing parity data for redundancy. If one drive fails, the array can still function. However, if multiple drives fail […]
Optimizing IT infrastructure for Kafka-based real-time data streaming involves careful planning, configuration, and resource allocation to ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and fault tolerance. Below are key considerations and strategies to optimize your infrastructure for Kafka: 1. Design a Robust Kafka Cluster Architecture Cluster Size and Brokers: Determine the number of brokers based on expected […]
Troubleshooting storage replication delays in an IT infrastructure environment requires a systematic approach to identify and resolve the underlying issues. As an IT manager responsible for datacenter operations, here is a step-by-step guide to help you troubleshoot storage replication delays: Step 1: Gather Information Understand the Scope of the Issue: Which systems or applications are […]
Maintaining uptime in a data center is critical to ensuring reliable IT services and business continuity. As an IT manager responsible for various aspects of the data center, here are key strategies to maintain uptime: 1. Redundant Infrastructure Power Redundancy: Deploy Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS), backup generators, and dual power feeds to ensure continuous power […]
Configuring high availability (HA) for critical servers ensures minimal downtime and continued operations in case of hardware or software failures. As an IT manager responsible for datacenter infrastructure, you can implement high availability using various methods depending on the application requirements, server types, and technologies. Here’s a step-by-step guide: 1. Assess Criticality and Requirements Identify […]
Performing disaster recovery (DR) drills for backups is essential to ensure your organization is prepared to recover data and systems in the event of an actual disaster. As an IT manager responsible for the infrastructure, follow these steps to conduct effective DR drills: 1. Plan the Disaster Recovery Drill Define Objectives: Determine what you want […]
