The new HA architecture with dual server, automatic failover, and real-time synchronization aims to democratize high availability for businesses of all sizes.
QNAP® Systems, Inc., a leading provider of storage and networking solutions, has announced the beta launch of its new High Availability (HA) solution, designed to keep the most critical business services continuously running. Thanks to a dual NAS server architecture and real-time synchronization via SnapSync, this technology provides effective protection against system failures, minimizing the risk of data loss and downtime.
In sectors where every second of downtime can translate into financial losses or reputational damage, having resilient infrastructures is vital. QNAP’s HA solution is tailored for organizations of all sizes, from large corporations to SMEs and technical professionals who need operational continuity without the high costs associated with traditional systems.
An Accessible and Effective HA Architecture
Andy Yu, QNAP’s product manager, emphasizes that “conventional high availability solutions are expensive and complex, limiting their adoption in many companies. Our proposal eliminates these barriers and allows for easy and cost-effective configuration of high availability groups with two NAS units.”
QNAP’s solution employs an active-passive model, where a primary (active) server handles regular operations, while a standby (passive) server remains synchronized and ready to take over if a failure is detected.
Key Advantages of QNAP’s High Availability Solution
- Cost-effective and flexible implementation: Compatible with high-performance ZFS storage systems, the solution reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) by offering an economical alternative to traditional HA platforms.
- Versatility for various IT environments: Applicable in file servers, virtualization storage (iSCSI/IP-SAN), AI infrastructures, and multimedia environments, providing a robust solution for diverse workloads.
- Automatic failover: If the active server fails, the passive server takes over in less than 60 seconds (RTO < 1 min), preventing unexpected interruptions to essential services.
- Real-time 1:1 synchronization with SnapSync: Constant synchronization between servers ensures data consistency, minimizing the risk of loss in case of system failure.
- Centralized and intuitive management: Through the High Availability Manager app, administrators can easily configure, monitor, and manage the status of the servers, with proactive alerts and a user-friendly visual environment.
Built to Grow with Business Needs
QNAP’s approach to high availability addresses a growing market need: resilient solutions that do not require disproportionate investments. Its scalable and easy-to-manage model enables businesses to start with a basic infrastructure and expand it as their needs evolve.
Furthermore, being based on QNAP’s proprietary ecosystem, the system can integrate with other solutions such as all-flash storage, machine virtualization, hybrid backups, or high-speed networking, making the HA environment an integral part of a modern, robust IT infrastructure.