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What is HPE Nimble Storage?
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HPE Nimble Storage is a predictive, all-flash and flash-optimized storage solution that delivers high performance, reliability, and simplified management through AI-driven analytics.
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How does HPE Nimble Storage work?
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HPE Nimble Storage combines flash media, patented data reduction, and HPE InfoSight’s AI to predict and prevent issues, optimize performance, and streamline capacity management across workloads.
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What are the key benefits of HPE Nimble Storage?
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Key benefits include sub-millisecond latency, 5:1 average data reduction, non-disruptive upgrades, predictive support with InfoSight, and seamless scalability to meet growing demand.
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How scalable is HPE Nimble Storage?
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HPE Nimble Storage scales non-disruptively from tens of terabytes to petabytes by adding flash or hybrid arrays, expanding controllers, or leveraging multi-array federation.
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What performance can I expect from HPE Nimble Storage?
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All-flash models deliver up to 1.6 million IOPS and sub-millisecond latency, while adaptive flash arrays balance high throughput for mixed workloads at low latency.
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How does HPE Nimble Storage ensure data protection?
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It offers built-in snapshots, zero-impact replication, synchronous and asynchronous replication, and AES-256 encryption at rest and in flight for end-to-end data security.
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What is HPE InfoSight and how does it integrate with Nimble Storage?
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HPE InfoSight is an AI-driven operations platform that integrates with Nimble Storage to deliver predictive analytics, automated performance tuning, and proactive issue resolution.
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Can HPE Nimble Storage be used in a hybrid cloud environment?
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Yes. Nimble Storage integrates with public clouds like AWS and Azure for tiering, backup, and disaster recovery, and supports HPE GreenLake for on-premises consumption-based cloud.
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How simple is it to manage HPE Nimble Storage?
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Management is centralized via a single HTML5 GUI, RESTful API, and mobile app, offering one-click provisioning, upgrades, and capacity forecasting without specialized training.
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What deployment options are available for HPE Nimble Storage?
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You can deploy Nimble Storage as on-premises flash arrays, consumption-based HPE GreenLake, or SaaS-managed arrays, providing flexibility to match operational and financial needs.
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How do I migrate to HPE Nimble Storage from legacy systems?
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Migration is simplified with built-in host-based and array-based replication, online data migration tools, and seamless VMware integration to minimize downtime.
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Is HPE Nimble Storage cost-effective?
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With up to 5:1 data reduction, pay-as-you-grow licensing, and reduced management overhead via InfoSight, Nimble Storage delivers industry-leading TCO and ROI.
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What support and maintenance does HPE offer for Nimble Storage?
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HPE provides 24/7 global support, predictive maintenance via InfoSight, rapid parts replacement, and firmware upgrades under a comprehensive Foundation Care or Proactive Care contract.
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How secure is HPE Nimble Storage?
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Nimble Storage secures data with AES-256 encryption at rest, HTTPS and SSH for management, role-based access control, and FIPS-compliant configurations.
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What flash technology does HPE Nimble Storage use?
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All-flash arrays leverage NVMe SSDs for low latency and high throughput, while hybrid arrays combine flash caching with high-capacity HDDs for cost-optimized workloads.
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Does HPE Nimble Storage integrate with VMware and Hyper-V?
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Yes. Nimble Storage offers certified VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V integrations, including VAAI, VASA, Site Recovery Manager support, and automated guest-OS-aware snapshots.
