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Migration to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server: cost optimization strategies and automation

Businesses today rely heavily on their file server infrastructure to store, manage, and share mission-critical data. However, maintaining and scaling these environments can be a complex and resource-intensive task. As customer needs and data volumes continue to grow, organizations often face the need to modernize their file server infrastructure. When migrating to Amazon FSx for […]

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How Aura improves database performance using Amazon S3 Express One Zone for caching

Aura created a whole new kind of connected photo frame by making it social. Powered by an invite-only group of friends and family using the Aura app, Aura frames create a space at home to share, collect, and appreciate photos. Users can easily add photos and videos using the app, and enjoy their Wi-Fi connected […]

Switch your file share access from Amazon FSx File Gateway to Amazon FSx for Windows File Server

Effective October 28, 2024, new customers will no longer be able to create a new Amazon FSx File Gateway (FSx File Gateway). If you would like to use the service, please create an FSx File Gateway prior to October 28, 2024. To begin using FSx File Gateway, customers can navigate to the Storage Gateway console in AWS […]

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Streamline petabyte-scale data migrations with Cloud Write mode on Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP

International Data Corporation (IDC)1 predicts that global data creation and consumption will surge to 175 zettabytes (ZB) by 2025. As a result, organizations are looking for swift, dependable, and scalable cloud migration solutions to lift-and-shift their growing on-premises datasets into the cloud. Whether prompted by an imminent lease renewal, termination of a data center, or […]

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Transition data to cheaper storage based on custom filtering criteria with Amazon S3 Lifecycle

As your organization’s data grows, effective management of storage costs is crucial for operating an efficient and cost-effective data infrastructure. One of the most efficient strategies to reduce storage costs is transitioning files to less expensive cold storage classes. To optimize storage costs according to their specific needs and requirements, organizations need the flexibility to […]

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Lyrebird improves performance and reduces costs for generative AI workloads using Amazon S3 Express One Zone

Through accessible mobile apps, Lyrebird Studio aims to transform photography into a creative tool for everyone. Founded in 2011, the company is a leading global developer and software publisher for users who enjoy expressing themselves and creating social content. To give millions of users a responsive experience with minimal downtime, Lyrebird Studio needs its data […]

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Automate monitoring at scale for Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP volumes

User files are increasingly growing in number and size. Maintaining and managing file growth can be challenging without an effective set of tools and automation that scales with your data growth. Customers agree that visibility is key for managing existing files and for developing a plan to support future growth. Amazon CloudWatch is a service […]

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Restrict access to your Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP volumes using export policies

Users who support multi-tenant environments need shared storage platforms that can securely isolate data between clients. For example, imagine a pharmaceutical company with several divisions, each working on different product lines. Storage administrators need to prevent one division from viewing or accessing the files and data from the projects of the others. They use export […]

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Protecting data against ransomware with Amazon FSx for NetApp ONTAP

Imagine running a large business with critical data stored on your servers. One day, your systems get hit by ransomware, leaving your data encrypted and inaccessible. The bad actor demands a hefty ransom to provide the decryption key. Paying the ransom doesn’t guarantee that you can get your data back, and not paying might mean […]

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Best practices for connecting your Veeam on-premises environment to Amazon S3

Many users safeguard their on-premises infrastructure with Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR). This is done to minimize the physical backup infrastructure they need to acquire and maintain. Additionally, they seek to make sure that their backups reside in highly durable, secure, and cost-effective storage solutions. By using Amazon Simple Storage Service (S3), VBR users can […]