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Develop a hybrid storage solution that seamlessly integrates with your current network-attached storage (NAS) and Azure Blob Storage. This on-premises caching appliance enhances data accessibility whether it resides in your datacenter, within Azure, or traversing a wide-area network (WAN). Comprising both software and hardware, the Microsoft Azure FXT Edge Filer offers exceptional throughput and minimal latency, designed specifically for hybrid storage environments that cater to high-performance computing (HPC) applications. Utilizing a scale-out clustering approach, it enables non-disruptive performance scaling of NAS capabilities. You can connect up to 24 FXT nodes in each cluster, allowing for an impressive expansion to millions of IOPS and several hundred GB/s speeds. When performance and scalability are critical for file-based tasks, Azure FXT Edge Filer ensures that your data remains on the quickest route to processing units. Additionally, managing your data storage becomes straightforward with Azure FXT Edge Filer, enabling you to transfer legacy data to Azure Blob Storage for easy access with minimal latency. This solution allows for a balanced approach between on-premises and cloud storage, ensuring optimal efficiency in data management while adapting to evolving business needs. Furthermore, this hybrid model supports organizations in maximizing their existing infrastructure investments while leveraging the benefits of cloud technology.

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