A single, unified data source
Multiple application servers read and write to the same storage space, with no file syncing back and forth and no question about which copy is newer.
HiTechCloud HA-NAS
HA-NAS – high-availability, high-performance network storage.
Shared file storage from 3 TB to 144 TB, built on OpenZFS, with NFS/CIFS support, SSD RAID 10 and configurable snapshots for Windows, Linux and UNIX applications.
OpenZFS
NFS & CIFS
SSD RAID 10
3 TB - 144 TB
Fully-managed file storage
Quickly provision centralized file storage for HiTechCloud infrastructure.
HA-NAS lets several servers share the same data, simplifies storage deployment and keeps access reliable through a redundant architecture.
- Starting capacity
- 3 TB
- Maximum capacity
- 144 TB
- Architecture
- Two standby nodes with failover when one node fails
- Protocol
- NFS and SMB/CIFS for Linux and Windows servers
- Shared
- Multiple servers read and write to the same namespace
Benefits
Why use HA-NAS instead of drives attached to individual servers.
Multiple application servers read and write to the same storage space, with no file syncing back and forth and no question about which copy is newer.
Keeps running when a node fails
A two-node redundant architecture: if one node fails, the other continues to serve, so applications do not have to stop and wait for recovery.
Scale without reinstalling
Grow capacity from 3 TB up to 144 TB within the same space you are already using, with no need to rebuild the server or move data onto new drives.
No need to operate storage yourself
HiTechCloud takes care of the hardware, replaces failed drives and monitors equipment health; your technical team only works with the mounted directory.
Key features
Flexible file storage that is easy to run and protects data better.
HA-NAS provides managed shared storage, compatible with common protocols and easy to scale as needs grow.
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Stable OpenZFS
OpenZFS-based file storage, suited to centralized data sharing for Windows, Linux and UNIX.
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NFS and CIFS
Access the file system over the standard NFS and CIFS/SMB protocols for multiple application groups.
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SSD RAID 10
SSD RAID 10 infrastructure balances performance, data durability, and recovery when hardware fails.
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Custom snapshots
Create snapshots manually or on a schedule to support data recovery when the primary file is damaged.
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Flexible capacity
Plans from 3 TB to 144 TB, suiting anything from small applications to large-scale shared storage systems.
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Transparent pricing
Clear pricing by capacity and billing cycle helps businesses forecast their budget more accurately.
Redundant architecture
A redundant architecture keeps storage continuously accessible.
Every HA-NAS service is designed with two access servers sharing the same storage space: a primary node and a standby node. During maintenance or in the event of a failure, the remaining node takes over to keep data accessible.
- Keeps the service running when a node needs maintenance or fails.
- Suited to applications that need always-available file storage.
- Simplifies deployment of centralized storage infrastructure.
Primary NAS
OpenZFS Storage Pool
SSD RAID 10
SSD RAID 10
Secondary NAS
Snapshot Policy
1 hour
24 hours
48 hours
Customization
Snapshot protection
Protects data when the primary file fails.
Snapshot is an instantaneous image of data on a partition. When your main file is corrupted, you can access a previous snapshot to restore data to your desired state.
- Set up automatic snapshots at the right frequency.
- Take a manual snapshot before major changes.
- Adds a fast protection layer for application data.
HA-NAS pricing
Choose an HA-NAS plan by storage capacity.
Nine capacity plans from 3 TB to 144 TB, with NFS/CIFS support, SSD RAID 10 and flexible billing cycles.
Use cases
Common HA-NAS use cases.
Durable data storage for Linux apps
Use as shared file space for websites, CRM, ERP, databases and enterprise applications.
External file storage for VMs
Connect virtualization platforms to shared NAS to store virtual machine data and continuously running workloads.
Shared data repository
Centralize documents, media, logs, temporary backups and internal data accessed over NFS/CIFS.
Hybrid environments
Combine with Cloud Server, Dedicated Server, or private cloud for multi-platform deployment models.
Support & Documentation
Contact support
Support for deploying and operating HA-NAS.
HiTechCloud supports consultation on configuration, NFS/CIFS connectivity, snapshot policy and optimization of shared file storage model for your system.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
Quick facts before deploying the HA-NAS service at HiTechCloud.
What is HA-NAS?
HA-NAS is a shared file storage service with a highly redundant architecture, letting multiple servers or applications access centralized data over NFS/CIFS.
Which operating systems does HiTechCloud HA-NAS support?
The service works with Windows, Linux and UNIX over the standard CIFS/SMB or NFS protocols.
How is data protected?
The infrastructure uses SSD RAID 10, a redundant architecture and configurable snapshots to support recovery if primary data fails.
Is a snapshot a complete backup?
Snapshots allow fast point-in-time recovery, but you should still operate an independent backup policy for recovery from a major incident.
What capacities can be chosen?
You can select packages from 3 TB, 6 TB, 12 TB, 24 TB, 36 TB, 48 TB, 60 TB, 72 TB to 144 TB.
When the billing cycle changes, does the price change across the board?
Yes. Selecting a term on one plan applies the same term across the whole price table and updates prices accordingly.
Is HA-NAS suitable for production?
Yes. The service is designed for shared file storage that requires high availability, which suits production applications needing continuous access to data.
HA-NAS Cloud Ready
Ready to deploy high-availability network storage?
Choose an HA-NAS plan to add shared file storage, snapshots and a redundant architecture to your HiTechCloud infrastructure.
