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What is Edge Storage?

Edge storage is an IT deployment approach that differs from traditional centralized cloud storage. It operates on a distributed computing architecture, processing and analyzing data in real-time near the data source or endpoint. This effectively brings applications and data closer to users.
Traditionally, data is transmitted to remote cloud data centers for processing. However, with the widespread adoption of IoT devices and the explosive growth of data, a centralized architecture faces challenges such as transmission latency, insufficient bandwidth, and security concerns. Data no longer needs to be uploaded to the cloud or centralized data processing systems, reducing transmission latency and optimizing network bandwidth usage, thereby accelerating user service response times.
By relocating part or all of the data processing and analysis tasks to edge computing—such as factories, retail stores, or hospitals—organizations can achieve lower latency, higher reliability, enhanced security, and reduced costs.

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Advantages of Edge Storage

Edge storage shifts data processing from the cloud or local data centers to locations closer to the data source. This decentralized storage and computing model offers several advantages. Firstly, it reduces the burden on networks and cloud-based servers, enhancing overall system performance. Secondly, its capability for real-time data processing makes edge storage and computing particularly powerful in the Internet of Things (IoT), especially in the industrial IoT sector. By leveraging edge storage and computing, businesses can accelerate digital transformation and enable more agile, faster decision-making.
Cloud storage and edge storage are not opposites but rather complementary technologies. While the cloud provides vast computational resources and storage capacity, edge computing addresses the limitations of the cloud in terms of real-time processing and low latency. Together, they offer optimized performance for applications.

  • Low Latency: Reduces data transmission distance to achieve near real-time response.
  • High Reliability: Decreases dependency on remote network connections, enhancing system stability.
  • Data Security: Keeps sensitive data local, minimizing the risk of data breaches.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Lowers data transmission costs and improves resource utilization efficiency.

What are the reasons for the rise of edge storage?

With the evolution of network technology, remote data storage has become the norm. However, the explosive growth of connected devices and IoT equipment has posed significant challenges to traditional centralized cloud architectures. The massive volume of data and increasingly diverse application scenarios have highlighted issues such as latency and rising costs in cloud storage and computing.

Edge storage has emerged as a solution. By decentralizing some computing and storage capabilities closer to the data source, it effectively addresses these challenges. The development of compact, high-density hardware and the maturity of virtualization technologies, such as NAS, provide a robust foundation for edge storage. Shifting data processing and analysis to the edge not only reduces network latency and enhances system responsiveness but also alleviates the burden on the cloud, improving overall system reliability and efficiency.

Why are solid-state drives commonly used in edge computing deployments?

Edge computing emphasizes low latency, high reliability, and real-time responsiveness, and the characteristics of solid-state drives (SSDs) align perfectly with these demands. Here’s why SSDs are indispensable in edge computing:

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1 Low Latency and High Bandwidth

SSDs have no moving mechanical parts, offering significantly faster read/write speeds compared to traditional hard drives (HDDs). This reduces data access latency, ensuring rapid response for edge devices and meeting the high data processing demands of edge computing.

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2 Shock and Vibration Resistance

With no moving components, SSDs are less affected by vibration and shocks, ensuring data integrity and reducing the risk of data loss.

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3 Energy Efficiency

SSDs consume significantly less power than HDDs, which is crucial for deployment in edge environments with limited power availability.

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4 Compact Size and Easy Deployment

SSDs are compact and lightweight, making them easy to install in a variety of devices.

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5 Silent Operation

Without spinning disks, SSDs produce no noise during operation, making them ideal for environments where silence is essential.

Why Choose an ASUSTOR NAS for Edge Storage?

In the wave of constant digital transformation, businesses are increasingly demanding real-time access, data security, and reliability. ASUSTOR NAS, as a high-performance and easy-to-manage network storage device, provides comprehensive edge storage solutions for enterprises. It effectively addresses data silos, enhances productivity, and ensures data security.

Enhancing Collaboration Efficiency

Unified Collaboration for Distributed Teams

Deploy ASUSTOR NAS devices across branch offices or remote workplaces to achieve centralized file management and sharing. This eliminates geographical barriers, enabling team members to access the latest data anytime, anywhere, and boosting collaboration efficiency.

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Real-Time Sync for Seamless Collaboration

NAS synchronization features ensure data consistency across locations, preventing version conflicts and enhancing workflow efficiency.

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Accelerating IoT Data Analysis

Edge Computing for Instant Insights

Deploy ASUSTOR NAS near IoT devices to handle real-time data processing and analysis. This allows businesses to gain rapid insights from data, providing strong support for informed decision-making.

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Speeding up Content Delivery and Enhancing User Experience

Edge Caching to Minimize Latency

Store static content on a NAS located close to users, reducing transmission distance. This improves website load times and enhances the overall user experience.

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Enhancing Business Resilience and Ensuring Continuity

Preloading Data During Off-Peak Hours

Cache data from public clouds onto NAS during off-peak hours to ensure fast access during peak demand periods.

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Distributed Edge Computing

Conduct local processing on NAS devices to reduce reliance on central servers and enhance system stability.

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Scheduled Backups to Ensure Data Security

Regularly back up critical data to NAS, preventing data loss and ensuring continuous business operations.

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Real-World Case Study:
Enhancing Business Resilience by Building a High-Performance Edge Computing Environment with ASUSTOR NAS

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ASUS is an IT equipment manufacturing brand. Various departments frequently access large amounts of data stored in public clouds to support production, sales, inventory management, and other business operations. However, frequent API accesses to large service providers like Google or Amazon can lead to delays, access restrictions, and reduced efficiency.

Typically, when multiple users access APIs from major service providers, delays and rate limits can occur. When access requests exceed a certain threshold, waiting times for data access become unavoidable.

To overcome these challenges, Some Departments implemented ASUSTOR NAS as an edge caching device. During off-peak hours or through scheduled hourly tasks, NAS downloads data from public clouds to local storage, creating a high-speed caching center. During peak periods, when departments need fast data access, they can retrieve it directly from the NAS, significantly reducing the pressure on public cloud APIs and improving access speeds.

With NAS, departments collaborate seamlessly by accessing production data, tracking progress, querying product information, processing customer orders, and maintaining accurate inventory. The NAS performs distributed edge computing, integrating information and scheduling data transfers to remote or on-premise enterprise ERP systems, ensuring data synchronization. It also provides scheduled backup for data protection, minimizing disruptions to business operations in the event of unexpected situations, thus enhancing operational resilience and improving overall efficiency.

By deploying ASUSTOR NAS, an efficient, secure and reliable edge computing environment was successfully established.Not only did this boost employee productivity, but it also strengthened the company’s operational resilience. This solution serves as a best-practice example for other enterprises, helping them find effective solutions to similar challenges.

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Choose an ASUSTOR NAS for Edge Storage today!

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CPU AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz Processor AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz Processor AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz Processor AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz Processor AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz AMD Ryzen V3C14 Quad Core 2.3GHz up to 3.8GHz Processor
Memory 16GB ECC DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (16GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB) 16GB ECC DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (16GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB) 16GB ECC DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (16GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB) 16GB ECC DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (16GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB) 8GB ECC DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (8GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB) 16GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM (8GB x1, Expandable. Max 64GB)
Compatible Drive Type: 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe 3.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA HDD; 2.5" SATA SSD; M.2 2280 NVMe M.2 2280 NVMe M.2 2280 NVMe
Outputs: 3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ( 10Gbps ) Type-A; 2 x USB 4.0 (40Gbps) Type-C
  • Note. USB 4.0 is backward compatible with 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps max), USB 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps) and 2.0
  • Note. The Lockerstor Gen3 and Flashstor Gen2 series are based on AMD's current USB4 driver. AMD USB4 at the moment only supports external storage devices and direct connection between another Lockerstor Gen3 or Flashstor Gen2 series NAS.
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Network Port: 2x 5 Gigabit Ethernet (5G/2.5G/1G/100M); 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M) 2x 5 Gigabit Ethernet (5G/2.5G/1G/100M); 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M) 2x 5 Gigabit Ethernet (5G/2.5G/1G/100M); 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M) 2x 5 Gigabit Ethernet (5G/2.5G/1G/100M); 2x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M) 1 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M) 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10G/2.5G/1G/100M)
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