Toshiba Expands Storage Evaluation Services in EMEA
Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH (Toshiba) has opened a new HDD Innovation Lab in Düsseldorf, Germany.
This facility expands Toshiba’s hard disk drive (HDD) testing capabilities for customers and partners in Europe and the Middle East, helping them find the best HDD solutions for their needs. The lab will focus on evaluating HDD setups for large IT systems, including storage area networks (SAN), network-attached storage (NAS), surveillance systems, and cloud storage.
Advancing HDD Technology
Rainer W. Kaese, Senior Manager of HDD Business Development at Toshiba, stated that the lab represents a major step forward in customized solutions and HDD advancements. He emphasized Toshiba’s commitment to supporting the industry with technical expertise and resources.
Comprehensive Testing and Analysis
The lab will test HDDs and specific architectures based on customer requirements. It supports Proof-of-Concept testing and the configuration of tailored storage solutions.
A key feature of the facility is HDD architecture benchmarking, which includes:
- Various servers
- JBoD systems (Just a Bunch of Disks)
- Chassis, controllers, and cables
- Software for operating systems, video management, and storage
- Equipment for precise energy consumption analysis
Knowledge Sharing and Live Demonstrations
After testing, the lab will provide detailed reports and insights to customers. Additionally, Toshiba will use the facility to research and optimize its own HDD products.
The lab will also serve as a demonstration space for Enterprise, Surveillance, and NAS/SAN solutions, showcasing Toshiba’s latest innovations at industry trade shows.
