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Conclusion
• Network Integration: Each Linksys NSS device includes dual Gigabit Ethernet ports
with built-in redundancy and advanced LAN functionality. There is support for
VLAN mapping and tagging, QoS control and link aggregation.
• Simplified Management: The browser-based configuration GUI simplifies ongoing
monitoring and operation.
Conclusion
As the goals of your organization evolve over time, you will need a storage solution that
enables your data center to keep pace. A NAS solution should be optimized to scale your
services, virtualized infrastructure, and physical infrastructure. This breadth will help ensure
that your data center is built on a foundation that will support your needs today and in the
future.
The Linksys storage solution described in this white paper will enable you to extend storage
networks using a cost-effective Ethernet infrastructure. All the benefits of NAS, including
increased storage utilization, local and remote backups, easier addition of incremental
storage capacity, management simplification, and reduced overall total cost of ownership
(TCO), can be extended to a new range of applications. This flexible storage solution is
especially suited for budget-conscious companies that are constantly growing and who
would prefer a NAS system that can grow with them.
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Note
This paper is one element of the overarching Linksys Connected Office reference
architecture so for more information on other subjects Voice deployments, Security, Multi-
Site VPNs and many others follow the link to
www.linksys.com.
Obtaining Technical Assistance
Linksys provides this white paper as a starting point for using Linksys Business
Series Products. Linksys partners can obtain online documentation and access to
technical support resources on the Linksys Partner Web Site at
www.linksys.com,
or by opening a case with the Linksys Business Assistance Center (BAC) at: (800)
326-7114.
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