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Proximal Data Updates AutoCache Hypervisor-Based Caching Software

Includes role-based administration features and multi-hypervisor support

Proximal Data, Inc. announced AutoCache 2.0, the latest version of its hypervisor-based caching software that removes I/O bottlenecks and increases VM density and performance by up to three times with no disruption to IT operations.

AutoCache 2.0 now includes role-based administration features and multi-hypervisor support to meet the specific needs of cloud service providers.
 
It supports resource sharing within VMware vCenter and vSphere environments, creates specific access rights for the AutoCache VMware vCenter plug-in, enables administrators to modify host level and VM cache settings, and collects data over time for performance analysis and bill-back.
 
Additionally, it supports numerous enterprise and cloud service provider requirements by providing a caching solution for both Hyper-V and VMware ESXi hypervisors. AutoCache can be deployed with a variety of flash devices, supports pre-warming of the cache for vMotion to meet SLAs, and is integrated with all vCenter functionality for single-screen management. A core tenet to AutoCache’s design is its ability to enable nondisruptive implementations and operation.
 
"As a cloud and virtualization infrastructure provider, we welcome AutoCache’s support for our specific service providers’ requirements, particularly the role-based administration with its ability to create specific access rights and modify cache settings using the AutoCache vCenter plug-in," said Mark Almeida-Cardy, director of engineering, Artisan Infrastructure. "We have been running AutoCache for six months continuously, gaining operational efficiency with no disruption."
 
"We aim to meet the needs of all customers who are managing virtualized environments by developing capabilities that add flexibility and convenience as well as optimize I/O caching performance," said Rory Bolt, CEO, Proximal Data. "With AutoCache, customers have a fast, efficient caching solution that works within either Hyper-V or ESXi. Customers are able to accelerate the performance of applications that are critical to their businesses and bottom lines."
 
AutoCache 2.0 was demonstrated in partnership with Micron Technology, Inc. at VMworld. The demonstration showed AutoCache 2.0 software accelerating I/O performance by using a Micron p320h PCIe flash card, and showed specific new features that are designed to ease the life of a cloud service provider. The flash card’s performance and endurance in combination with AutoCache’s adaptive caching algorithms make it the solution for the adoption of server-side flash caching in virtualized environments.
 
"Micron is addressing enterprise customer objections to widespread flash adoption. Our flash devices are designed to hit various price points. Proximal Data ties it all together by making flash easy to deploy in virtualized environments," said Allen R. Holmes, VP of NAND solutions group marketing, Micron. "This is a winning combination: no compromises, no risks, no disruptions."
 
AutoCache is a patented hypervisor solution designed to increase VM density in virtualized servers and accelerate business application performance. With its I/O Intelligence, it automatically characterizes I/O in real time and dynamically places hot I/O into a local PCIe flash card or SSD, then intelligently supplies priority data traffic to VMs. It dynamically adjusts to changing workloads and will not impact HA processes such as vMotion. This simple solution is also the a cost-effective way to take advantage of the performance benefits of enterprise flash, converting a modest flash investment into value.
 
Availability and Pricing
AutoCache 2.0 for ESXi is available from resellers with support for Hyper-V available in Q4. Pricing starts at $999 per host for flash caches less than 500GB.

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