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alexltk0506
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VSA discontinued? VSAN or SAN?

Hello,

Looking into virtualizing my windows infrastructure (~20 windows servers). So far I am looking at VMware vSphere Essentials plus and a three server vsphere cluster. A SAN is very costly and I am looking at other alternatives. A was looking at VSA a few months ago and just recently I read that it is discontinued. Is this correct? Besides cost, what other factors would come in play when deciding between VSAN or a SAN appliance? I already know the vmware product to go with, the server hardware specs for vsphere, but am stuck on whether to go with VSAN (VSA preferably) or a SAN.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

Thank you. Best regards,

Alex

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ramakrishnak
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also please look at the older post which has the info you are looking for

Re: VSAN vs VSA

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ramakrishnak
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Yes,

VSA end of availability is April 1, 2014

look at

VMware vSphere Storage Appliance (VSA) for Shared Storage | United States


Others can chime in here with more details.

you can quickly look at the features offered here

Software-Defined Shared Storage Features: VMware Virtual SAN | United States


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ramakrishnak
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also please look at the older post which has the info you are looking for

Re: VSAN vs VSA

Thanks

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