The company expands its portfolio to address the rise of cyberattacks in distributed environments and AI workloads.
In a world where data is no longer concentrated in large data centers but flows from remote offices, retail stores, hospitals, or telecom nodes, the attack surface multiplies. This is confirmed by the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report 2024, which reveals an alarming growth: intrusions related to edge devices and VPNs increased from 3% to 22% in just one year.
To tackle this scenario, Commvault, a global provider of data protection and cyber resilience solutions for hybrid environments, has introduced two new additions to its HyperScale portfolio: HyperScale Edge and HyperScale Flex. Both complement HyperScale X, its flagship solution, aiming to offer greater flexibility and performance to protect data anywhere—from retail stores to intensive AI workloads in corporate settings.
Two solutions for two business realities
- HyperScale Edge is designed for remote offices, small distribution centers, or environments with limited IT resources and space. It enables localized data protection with quick recovery in case of incident. It can be deployed on validated hardware from Dell, HPE, and Lenovo, making adoption easier within existing infrastructures.
- HyperScale Flex, on the other hand, targets large organizations with data-intensive or AI workloads, such as telecommunications, healthcare, or research. Its architecture connects to certified external flash storage, with partners like Pure Storage, VAST Data, and soon HPE, to meet demands for extreme performance and multi-petabyte capacity.
Both models are delivered as software images, simplifying deployment on validated hardware and allowing organizations to maintain control over their infrastructure without sacrificing security or scalability.
Voices of the key players
Pranay Ahlawat, Chief Technology and AI Officer at Commvault, summarized the essence of the launch:
“No two companies are the same. While some retailers manage critical data across dozens of sites, others seek to leverage existing storage investments. But all share a common goal: cyber resilience. With HyperScale Edge and Flex, we offer the best of both worlds: flexibility and choice, without compromising industry-leading protection.”
The announcement was also accompanied by testimonials from strategic partners:
- HPE highlighted that its integration with Alletra Storage MP X10000 will enable differentiated protection, “at the speed and scale required by modern enterprises,” according to Jim O’Dorisio, SVP and GM of Storage.
- Pure Storage emphasized that combining its all-flash architecture with Commvault HyperScale will provide a “cost-effective and scalable platform for petabyte-scale data protection.”
- VAST Data focused on the challenge of AI: “Modern workloads demand a new architecture approach. With HyperScale Flex, we can protect massive datasets at unprecedented speeds,” stated George Axberg, VP of Data Protection.
Real-world cases and benefits
Companies like Fortune Brands have already tested HyperScale Edge:
“We achieved a cost-effective, repeatable solution that’s easy to deploy in our data centers. The integrated resilience and advanced ransomware protection give us peace of mind that critical data will always be available,” said Lee Lindstrom, the company’s Lead Infrastructure Architect.
Key benefits include:
- Localized protection at the edge, with no need for large IT teams.
- Scalability for AI and big data workloads through integration with high-performance flash storage.
- Accelerated recovery, minimizing impact on critical applications.
- Flexible and modular architecture tailored to the hybrid reality of modern businesses.
Availability and pricing
- HyperScale Edge is now generally available, offered via subscription per node/month or perpetual license with support. Customers purchase approved hardware based on Commvault’s architecture reference.
- HyperScale Flex is available to early adopters through the company’s early access program. Its price depends on the server and storage options selected.
Context: the urgency of protecting the edge
The rise of generative AI, digital commerce, and multicloud environments has made edge devices a top target for cybercriminals. These new Commvault solutions aim to stay ahead of this risk, enabling data protection that isn’t solely reliant on large data centers or public clouds but deploys where data is generated and used.
With more than 100,000 organizations protected worldwide, Commvault strengthens its position as a leader in cyber resilience—an approach that goes beyond “backup” to keeping businesses operational even under attack.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. How does HyperScale Edge differ from HyperScale Flex?
Edge is designed for small or remote environments with limited resources, whereas Flex targets large organizations with AI or big data workloads requiring extreme performance and multi-petabyte storage.
2. Can I use my existing hardware?
Yes. Both models are provided as software images that can be installed on validated hardware (Dell, HPE, Lenovo, Pure Storage, VAST, etc.).
3. What role does AI play in these solutions?
While HyperScale itself does not run AI, its design supports protecting workloads that are intensive in AI and machine learning, where data volumes and performance demands are critical.
4. When will they be available?
HyperScale Edge is already available. HyperScale Flex is in early access and will be more broadly launched in the coming months.
via: commvault