Synetic Brings Out iSCSI Target Software

Synetic Inc., a Canadian storage manufacturer and distributor, released its first own branded iSCSI Target software for 32-bit and 64-bit Microsoft OS.

Syne-iSCSI-WT32/64 (Windows Target) has been designed and developed over years by iSCSI protocol engineers and it is based on the latest compliance with RFC3720 and IETF (Internet Engineering Task Force) standards. It offers data storage management over IP with performance, reliability and low TCO . By allowing data storage access over IP at block level, Syne-iSCSI-WT offers features and benefits of large-scale data storage architectures at a reduced complexity and price.

Consistent with Synetic’s philosophy of non-proprietary systems, Syne-iSCSI-WT iSCSI Target, has been developed to work with other operating systems such as VMWare, Linux, Citrix and some Unix bases and can act as the base iSCSI Target for data storage management in non-Windows infrastructures. As different initiators become available for other operating systems over time, it will be able to adapt them and offer data storage integration and consolidation for multi-platform environments.

In addition Syne-iSCSI-WT offers:

• iSCSI Compatibility: Supports iSCSI initiators on Windows, VMWare, Citrix, Linux, and Solaris.
• OS Compatibility: Supports all 32-bit and 64-bit MS Windows XP Pro/Vista Windows 7and Server 2003 and 2008.
• 64-bit Addressing: Supports storage capacity up to 16 Petabytes.
• Cluster Sharing: Shares storage among cluster nodes.
• VMWare Compatibility: Exports VMWare VMDK disk file as target disk.
• ISO Support: Simulates virtual CD-ROM drive and can use Nero Software for DVD backup.
• VHD Support: Provides direct access to files stored in VHD. This feature in combination with Syne-iSCSI-Boot program can create thin client computing environment
• Port Forwarding: Provides service while under the protection of firewall.
• IO performance: Server cache delivers high IO efficiency.
• Easy to Manage: Windows based GUI can be installed on any computers to manage iSCSI server.
• COW (Copy-on-Write) Protection: Protects cached data from simultaneous access by multiple client. Acting as Snapshot
• Online Software Upgrade: No need to re-install the new software update for each new version

Moe Vesal, Technical Manager and Senior Engineer of Synetic Inc. states that: "Our engineers and OEM partners have been working with the iSCSI protocol from its inception and have contributed to progress and improvement of this technology immensely by working directly with IETF and other iSCSI pioneers. We’ve taken the time to leverage that expertise to ensure Syne-iSCSI-WT offers users the features and flexibility of major IPSAN storage products at a price point which they can afford to take advantage of. The data storage industry is entering a new period of accessible large storage and Syne-iSCSI-WT will provide a solid platform for users looking to take advantage of the opportunities that presents."

Synetic products are offered directly to its customers via the company’s website or through its partners and resellers in North America and around the globe.