SAN vs NAS

SAN vs NAS

1. SAN

   • Benifits
     • Extensively expandanble
     • Block level access to files
     • Dedicated network for storage
   • Disadvantages
     • More Expensive
     • Very hard to maintain
     • Requires high level administration
   • Works with virtualization

2. NAS

   • Benifits
     • Cost Effective
     • Scalable and Flexible
     • Redundant Storage Architecture
   • Disadvantages
     • Increased LAN traffic
     • File oriented
     • Additional input-output processing
   • Does not work with virtualization