Network Attached Storage

Network Attached Storage is architecture designed to consolidate and centralize the storage of all types of data. The storage systems enable booting from a central disk array within the NAS network that differs from SAN in that it uses network resources (SMB/CIFS – Windows or NFS - Unix) to ensure a way to easily and quickly replace system hardware and backup data that are not limited to the server - the operating system and its file system.

The benefits of this backup method:


  • transparent to the operating system,
  • streamlined management of system resources,
  • optimal use of disk capacity.



In addition to these benefits, NAS networks offer a number of other benefits, such as a unified storage environment, a central view and administration of disk capacity, and additional functionalities (replication, mirroring, data recovery, load balancing) important for ensuring the high availability of data and IT systems.

The NAS architecture is the basis for:


  • disk capacity sharing

The NAS architecture is most commonly used in small and mid-sized IT environments where consolidation and centralization of all types of data are of primary importance.