Overview
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Explore how QLC NAND-based Direct Flash Modules (DFM) combined with advanced software architecture enable hyperscalers to build exascale storage solutions that outperform traditional HDDs in performance, density, and reliability. Learn how intelligent flash management software abstracts host software from underlying NAND technology, simplifying integration of new NAND generations and providing flexibility across different NAND vendors. Discover the role of software-defined flash architecture in supporting vendor flexibility and accelerating time-to-market with next-generation NAND technologies. Understand how configurable storage solutions enable deployment across diverse use cases, from AI/ML workloads to HDD displacement scenarios. Gain insights into real-world hyperscaler storage challenges and see how hardware-software co-design addresses them through unified, scalable solutions that deliver balanced performance, power efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for the age of AI-driven data growth.
Syllabus
SNIA SDC 2025 - How to Build Exascale Storage with QLC
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