Hybrid Cloud Storage Solutions From Promise

PROMISE Technology, Inc. announced its Hybrid Cloud Storage Series SmartStor A4R-CLD and A6-CLD are available through their networks of distributors and VARs.

The Hybrid Cloud Storage Series is a cloud storage solution designed for SMBs, schools, governments, and similar data environments. It allows users to access, manage, and share content from any device at any location. Powered by the PROMISE enterprise RAID engine, end-users can be assured their content will be safe, synchronized and available wherever they need it.

According to one technology analyst firms the emergence of the cloud as an alternative for information services delivery will continue to be one of the most important developments in the evolution of the IT market with the storage industry in a position to be among the major beneficiaries of the deployment of ‘hybrid’ cloud environments. Addressing this trend supplier’s will balance growing demands from cloud customers for low-cost hardware while addressing the demand for advanced software solutions in areas such as object-based storage, automated data tiering, big data processing, and advanced archiving services.

The A4R-CLD and A6-CLD are solutions providing mobile access and file sharing. IT professionals can leverage the ability to securely control data and manage user accounts: when users save changes to a file, it is automatically synchronized across all of the devices in which the SmartStor Agent or App has been installed. The SmartStor APP was designed to be functional with both Apple and Android mobile platforms including support for the recently announced iOS6. All users sharing the files are automatically updated too, a benefit when collaborating with team members on projects.

A4R-CLD and A6-CLD Highlights

• Real-time synchronization technology ensures that all information is in sync across all devices (must install SmartStor Agent or App)
• All new file sharing features allow the user to not only share folders but now users can share specific files
• Users can revert back to any previous version of a file, and all users sharing that file will receive the update at the same time
• Supports Windows, Mac, iPhone/iPad and Android devices
• Automatic setup: plug in the application, turn it on and connect the network cable
• Supports Windows AD synchronization
• User interface allowing users to set up profiles and add profile pictures
• Features PROMISE’s enterprise level RAID technology
• Available in 6-bay tower and 1U rack configurations

The A4R-CLD and A6-CLD will both be available in early October.