These pages provide an overview of the diverse storage options available within the EWC infrastructure.
Object Storage
Overview: Object storage is a fundamental component of the EWC, offering scalable and highly durable storage for large volumes of unstructured data. Whether you're dealing with satellite imagery, model outputs, or observational data, object storage provides a reliable and cost-effective solution for long-term archival and quick retrieval.
Key Features:
- Scalability: Easily scale your storage needs as your data grows.
- Durability: Ensure data integrity and availability with redundant storage mechanisms.
- Accessibility: Access data from anywhere with secure and efficient retrieval methods.
See more about this in How to get started with S3 Object Storage.
Block Storage
Overview: Block storage in the EWC is designed for applications and workloads that require high-performance, low-latency access to data. It provides a flexible and reliable storage solution suitable for virtual machines, databases, and other I/O-intensive tasks.
Key Features:
- Performance: Achieve high IOPS and low-latency access for demanding applications.
- Flexibility: Allocate and manage storage volumes based on specific application requirements.
Learn how to add additional storage to your instances in Adding extra disk storage to your instances.
NFS (Network File System) Shared Filesystems
Overview: NFS shared filesystems facilitate seamless collaboration and data sharing among users and applications within your tenancy. This network-based file system allows multiple users to access shared data simultaneously, promoting collaboration and efficient resource utilisation.
Key Features:
- Collaboration: Enable multiple users and applications to access shared data in real-time within the tenancy.
- Compatibility: Integrate NFS seamlessly with existing applications and workflows.
- Consistency: Maintain data consistency across multiple users and systems.
You can set up your own self-managed NFS following the instructions in Shared storage via NFS.
SFS (Scale-Out File System) Shared Filesystems
Overview: SFS shared filesystems in the EWC provide a scalable and distributed storage solution, ensuring high-performance access to data across a distributed environment. It is suitable for parallel processing and data-intensive applications.
Key Features:
- Scalability: Expand storage capacity seamlessly as your data and processing needs grow.
- Parallel Access: Facilitate concurrent access to data for high-performance computing applications.
- Fault Tolerance: Ensure data availability and reliability through distributed storage architecture.
In this knowledge base, you will find detailed guides and documentation for each storage option, helping you make informed decisions based on your specific use cases and requirements. Explore the dedicated sections to learn more about configuring, optimising, and managing your storage infrastructure within the EWC.
Learn more about this option in EUMETSAT - Shared File System (SFS) usage in tenants