Which connectivity type does the VS2 model use for front-end connections?

The front-end connections for the VS2 model utilize 8GB Fibre Channel (FC) technology. This choice is relevant because Fibre Channel provides high-speed communication for storage area networks, which is essential for the performance and efficiency of a virtual storage solution like the VPLEX.

Fibre Channel, particularly at the 8GB level, offers a good balance of performance and cost for many enterprise applications. It allows for reliable, low-latency connections between storage systems and hosts, enabling efficient data transfer rates suitable for a variety of workloads. This is particularly important in a VPLEX environment, where data mobility and continuous availability are critical.

Other connectivity options, such as 16GB FC, 10GbE (10 Gigabit Ethernet), and 40GB InfiniBand (IB), represent newer or alternative networking technologies that are also designed to support high data transfer rates. However, the VS2 model is specifically designed to maximize the benefits of 8GB FC for its front-end connectivity, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of existing infrastructure while delivering robust performance for its intended usage scenarios.