Nexsan Showcases Flexible Storage Solutions Optimized for Virtualized Enterprises at VMware Partner Exchange

Nexsan , a leading disk-based storage system provider, today announced that it will be a sponsor at the 2011 VMware Partner Exchange, to be held February 8 through 11 at Disney's Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando, Florida. Nexsan will be showcasing its suite of easy to manage mid-market storage solutions, built to maximize efficiencies and performance in virtual operating environments.

About Nexsan Nexsan Corporation is a leading provider of disk-based storage systems purpose-built for the mid-market. Nexsan delivers storage systems that are optimized for the efficient storage and protection of unstructured data for a broad range of applications, including digital records, email, medical images, and scientific data and video. Nexsan systems are specifically designed for the growing data storage needs of mid-sized organizations, providing a small footprint, low power use, scalability, ease of use, and cost effectiveness while delivering enterprise-class reliability, features and performance. Founded in 1999 and based in Thousand Oaks, California, Nexsan sells its products exclusively though a select global network of VARs, OEMs, and system integrators. For more information, visit the company's website at www.nexsan.com .Media Contact: Sabrina Sanchez Ventana Public Relations (540) 253-5060 Email ContactFor hanging table linens, dowels bolted onto the back walls or mounted on a frame bolted to the sides or bottom of pantries, closets or cabinets make linens easily accessible while minimizing creases and fold lines. No more digging to the bottom of a drawer of folded linens to find a favorite tablecloth, or having to empty the entire drawer to get it out! And no more linens that are too wrinkled to use �as is!� This is also a great way to use a narrow area of otherwise wasted space.When you need additional seating arm chairs are a versatile option because they are easy to move and can match a variety of different spaces. The Sausalito Nutty Cranberry Chair is a great example with its textured upholstery patterned with a leaf motif and acorn tones that will blend in with a wide range of furniture styles. The spring seat and thick foam offer comfortable support while the solid wood frame will withstand years of use.Separate activity areas in the kitchen will make everything efficiently at hand exactly where you need it: baking and mixing, food preparation, cooking, cleanup, entertaining, beverage service, etc.Open shelving � or you can remove some cabinet doors � gives you instant identification of and access to your stored goods. Stored items get more light around them and are easier to see, the motion of opening cabinets is not required, and this saves some trial and error if you don�t recall precisely what�s stored where.© Copyright 2005 - 2006 by Carol Abrahamson/ExtraOrdinary Homes. All rights reserved.5. I�d also plan for your most frequently-used items to be easiest and quickest to reach. Then make sure the things you use less often fit in the remaining spaces.3. Maximized energy savings. Nexsan AutoMAID® technology automates the placing of drives in a hierarchy of idle states to conserve energy while maintaining near-instantaneous access to data.2. Maximized density and reliability with hierarchical storage . The Nexsan systems support any mix of 42 SSD, SAS, and SATA drives mounted vertically -- front-to-front and back-to-back -- to cancel rotational vibrations, reduce head-positioning errors, optimize thermal operations, and extend drive life.6. Your largest and heaviest possessions also need to be the easiest and quickest to get to, so don't put them up high or in a corner that�s tricky to navigate. Fill your remaining spaces with your lightweight items.

Media Contact: Sabrina Sanchez Ventana Public Relations (540) 253-5060 Email Contact

The Ten Essential Storage Principles Of An ExtraOrdinary Home

Planning a remodel, major repair or new home construction? Looking for some terrific features to include that won�t be budget busters? We can help! We started collecting over 1,000 uncommon, affordable convenience built-ins in 1998, when we first began writing books and consulting to help people have truly extraordinary � but affordable � homes. Here are our favorite storage ideas as well as our 10 essential storage principles. Add any of these to your next project and you�ll be on your way toward creating a home that�s truly beyond the ordinary!

There is lower compartment perfect for storing remotes and magazines. For another way to tie together your family room, try the Lewis Wood Sofa Table. Finely crafted of solid hardwood with a rich espresso finish, this slender accent table can go against a wall or behind your couch and won't stick out due to its space-saving design that curves in from the outer edges. Padded foot glides will protect your floors while the lower shelf provides additional storage space. Freshen up the look of your living room with chic and modern accent tables that will complement any home decor.The versatile design can hang horizontally or vertically. Another stylish option is the Ariel Leather Storage Bench. The dark brown finish and bi-cast leather create an appealing look while the inner compartment is perfect for storing your extra blankets, board games, and more. Bring storage into your home that's disguised as extra seating with this handsome bench.You�ll love having closets and cabinets � the pantry, too � whose lights go on automatically as their doors open, the way a refrigerator�s does. (One of the many benefits of built-in cabinets is the inside lighting that�s possible.) No more groping to find manual light switches, especially when your hands are often too full to reach for a switch � or they�re wet! This is also wonderful for kids � and adults in wheelchairs � who can�t easily reach a closet�s traditional light switch. A plunger switch is inside most refrigerators, but magnetic contact switches � similar to those used in home security alarm systems � can also do the job throughout your house.For a futon that doesn't look like one, check out the Newport Double Cushion Leather Convertible Sofa. Hand-stitched and tufted leather provide classic elegance to this modern sofa that displays smooth, clean lines and comes in black or white. High-density foam will provide your guest with a comfy sleeping space, while the steel mechanisms ensure easy set up. No matter what type of sofa or loveseat you are looking for, it is easy to find stunning selections for comfortable seating.1. First of all, the purpose of good storage is to help you keep organized. (Contrary to what your spouse or teenagers might say, it�s not merely to hide monster messes where they�ll get forgotten or require tons of time to sort through whenever someone�s looking for something!) Start your storage planning by listing all your possessions, their dimensions and where each item is normally used.According to the recent openBench Labs validation test (available at openBench - Nexsan ), Nexsan storage solutions offer the following benefits in virtual environments:Hang a detachable hamper inside a pullout or tiltout lower cabinet door or storage bench, or inside a closet door. A cloth hamper hanging on a frame makes transporting clothes or linens to the washing machine especially easy, but wire or plastic hampers also work. No more dropping items on the way to the laundry room that you might trip over! Choose materials that allow ventilation in the hamper, to prevent mold from forming on any damp or wet items that remain inside for more than a few days.9. I�d also look at traffic flows in the house. If the most frequently-used items are stored in the major traffic paths, no one will have to go out of their way to get what they need and you�ll have a very efficient house. On the other hand, you can also affect where the traffic detours through the house via where you store popular items. So if you want to eliminate bottlenecks where people often collide with each other, move the popular items to different locations so some traffic will flow along new paths.There are many handsome options for home storage that can fit any style.Incredible Accent TablesRollaway storage � with lockable wheels � can tuck into a stall built into a lower cabinet, island, closet or under a sink. Or roll into place for being used under a table, desk or countertop. Ideal for laundry hampers and garbage cans; a cart for tableware (from walk-in pantry to the table and from the dishwasher back to the pantry); file cabinets; a stack of drawers; containers for toys, equipment, gift wrapping or craft supplies; an entire island; a wagon or cart to wheel around the house while putting various items it contains wherever they belong; and so much more.You can follow Nexsan products and news on Twitter at http://twitter.com/nexsan .3. Next, I�d be sure each storage area is appropriate for whatever you plan to store there, and that each has the appropriate hardware, compartments, etc. for its contents. That means your sports equipment requires space that's different from what your music and video collections need.4. Maximized I/O performance. In the openBench Labs tests, I/O throughput reached 1GB per second streaming 128KB reads and 128KB writes using a mix of SAS- and SATA-based RAID-5 volumes. When working with a Nexsan SASBeast®, vSphere 4.1 hypervisors transmitted I/O requests exclusively to the SASBeast FC ports on the controller servicing a target volume, which boosted I/O throughput by 20% for virtual machines.4. Plan storage scattered throughout the entire house. Ideally, everything will be stored near where it's used. No point in hauling stuff through half the house just to use it!Stylish Sofas and LoveseatsPlush Arm Chairs10. My final point is to make as many of your storage elements adjustable and removable as possible. The storage spaces that work for you initially can then be modified to remain as effective as ever as your needs change.Electrical outlets inside drawers, cabinets or in appliance barns on countertops allow small appliances to be stored out of sight and used without frequent plugging and unplugging. (Ideally, everything you store in these spaces will be used nearby so you won�t need any extension cords.) You avoid countertop clutter, the items never get dusty and are always ready to use, and no one needs to fiddle with the plugs � especially when their hands are wet or arthritic. Just be sure to measure the sizes of the appliances you plan to store before you finalize these spaces� dimensions, so you avoid any surprises about something not fitting inside.8. Make your storage areas accessible so none go unused just because they can�t be easily reached.Every living room should have ample storage and display space that's as stylish as it is spacious. With its contemporary design that will make anyone do a double take, the Magic Shelf will provide extra room to display photos and more while bringing a chic, artistic touch to your decor. The wall-mounted design means that this shelf won't take up valuable floor space and it comes in two sections so that you can create one long shelf or split it up into two pieces to best suit your wall. Condensed wood and a veneer finish ensure durability.

© Copyright 2005 - 2006 by Carol Abrahamson/ExtraOrdinary Homes. All rights reserved.

Author: Carol Abrahamson

Classic Furniture for Modern Living Rooms

Your living room should be the beautiful and inviting area of your home where friends and family can relax and enjoy their time. This is encouraged by exquisite furnishings that reflect your personal style. Whether it is a casual coffee table where you can put up your feet or a comfy, deep-seated sofa, the right piece of living room furniture will go a long way to make your home feel inviting.

2. There must be adequate storage space for all your current belongings, plus additional space for future acquisitions. And if you expect to raise a family in the house for decades, you might need as much space to grow into as you fill now. In addition, don't forget to plan extra space if you like to buy food or supplies in bulk.The VMware Partner Exchange is an annual partner conference dedicated to educating and enabling partners to succeed with VMware. During the conference, Nexsan will be demonstrating its suite of mid-market storage solutions optimized for virtual enterprises in booth #123. Partners interested in scheduling an exclusive meeting should contact Julie Criscenti Heck at julie.check@nexsan.com or 415-845-1014.1. Enhanced administrator productivity. An embedded Web-based utility enables multiple storage arrays to be managed from one interface. Virtual Disk Service also provides a complete single-pane-of-glass storage management interface for comprehensive SAN configuration insight and task simplification.Every home should have comfortable seating you can look forward to sinking into after a long day. With its high-density foam and plush microfiber upholstery, you will want to relax for hours on the Capri Dark Brown Microsuede Sectional Sofa. You can really stretch out your legs on the attached chaise or provide an extra seat when company comes to visit. The rich brown tones go with everything so that matching your decor will be a breeze. From the durable hardwood frame to the tapered legs, you can rest with ease knowing that your new couch offers the finest quality.7. Be sure your storage minimizes having any wasted space anywhere in the house.Pullout shelves, bins, baskets and racks in lower cabinets allow easy access to their contents. Don�t forget to add these under sinks, with cutouts that fit around the plumbing. No more getting down on your hands and knees to see and find things! And with these, you can get to � and therefore use � the space that�s even at the very back of your cabinets.Nexsan, AutoMAID and SASBeast are registered trademarks of Nexsan Corporation. All other product or company names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.Resources 2010 DCIG Midrange Array Buyer's Guide Nexsan products, case studies, and white papersFor a bold design choice try Cocoa Blooms Tapered Chair, displaying rich cocoa upholstery with bursts of red color. The springy seat and webbed backing, along with dense foam and coordinating throw pillow, provide a high level of comfort you'll have to experience to believe. Its tapered shape and armless design help this chair fit into a number of different spaces. Provide enough seating for everyone in your living room while maintaining your fresh and refined taste in home furnishings with the right accent chairs.Full-extension drawers, pullout shelves and file cabinets � all on easy-gliding metal tracks � allow you to reach and see all their contents, so you can use all their space.Create a space to display photos, set your snack, and hold anything from the remote to a vase of flowers with elegant accent tables. If you enjoy Asian-inspired furnishings, then see how the Wakiaka Unique Pagoda Coffee Table strikes your fancy. The rich coffee bean finish and tiered pagoda-style design will make a beautiful addition to any living room, providing a fresh and modern style. You won't have to worry much about wear and tear thanks to the durable hardwood veneer.Adequate clearance around every open drawer, hinged cabinet or door, and appliance door will keep traffic flowing and save you some steps. Be sure you have room to open and move around all the drawers and cabinets you need to open at once when you�re emptying the dishwasher, putting groceries away, working on a project, etc.

There are many handsome options for home storage that can fit any style.

Author: Steven Gates

Virsto Software Appoints Gregg Holzrichter as Vice President of Marketing and Eric Burgener as Vice President of Product Management

Innovator of optimized storage virtualization software deepens executive bench with former VMware marketing leader and experienced storage industry veteran

These eye-catching ottomans can come in different shapes such as, the typical square, oval, round, rectangular and even different heights and widths. Some come with more than one storage compartment, giving people even more use for them. The ottomans can also come with different sizes of storage. For example, some ottomans come with the whole of the inside made as a storage compartment, and some have been crafted with only a part of the inside as storage.Whether or not your living room is decorated with a modern touch or in country tones, the leather ottoman can and will work with both of these styles. Besides being a lovely addition to your d�cor, this leather piece gives what everyone is always looking for: more storage! An ottoman can store a number of things inside of its comfortable outer-casing. Also, because these ottomans are not see-through, like a lot of other typical living room storage furniture, you do not need to worry about what you out into the ottoman, and how it is arranged inside.The color of a deck bench is very important. Some people prefer deck benches that match the color of their deck while others prefer a contrast in color. When shopping for your deck benches, always consider how the color of the bench will look when it�s sitting on your deck.With a broad range of experience working for storage software companies like Veritas, Topio, and Mendocino Software and systems companies like Tandem, Pyramid and Sun, Burgener brings deep expertise in marketing, business development, and delivering product strategy and roadmaps that meet the critical needs of customers today and anticipate market needs in the future. Throughout his career, Burgener has worked consistently in emerging technology areas, with a significant amount of time spent in both storage and server virtualization. Prior to joining Virsto, Burgener was the vice president of marketing at InMage. He also has been an Executive in Residence with Mayfield, and a storage industry analyst at Taneja Group.The prices for deck benches vary and how much you spend will be determined on the style of the bench you want and what type of material you would like the bench to be crafted from. The most basic of deck benches can cost less than a hundred dollars, but if you are concerned with getting a quality deck bench that will look great after years of use, the cheapest bench probably isn�t the best route to go. Well-made deck benches usually start at about three-hundred dollars and go up from there.In addition to offering attractive seating, deck benches can also serve other purposes. If you have children who play on the deck and your deck always seems to be cluttered with toys, you may want to consider deck benches that double as storage benches, allowing you to keep toys out of sight when you are entertaining guests.About Virsto Software

Virsto Software provides innovative solutions to address the growing need for cost-effective and efficient storage for virtual servers and desktops. Companies worldwide use Virsto to achieve breakthrough increases in performance, reduce storage capital and operating costs, and streamline provisioning and data management for virtual computing. Founded in 2007, Virsto Software is backed by leading Silicon Valley venture firms. For more information, visit virsto.com.When shopping for deck benches, you will see that you have a variety of options to choose from. Whether your deck would be best enhanced by an intricately-detailed teak deck bench or a simple cedar bench, there are deck benches available to suit every need.“The current approach to storage architecture has been broken by the widespread adoption of server virtualization. Virsto optimized storage virtualization software offers a unique approach to solving the current storage crisis IT organizations are facing,” said Holzrichter. “This is an exciting time to be joining the company, as the market has started to realize that Virsto delivers the same order of magnitude cost savings for storage virtualization that server consolidation delivered to kick off the virtualization revolution.“SUNNYVALE, Calif. -- Virsto™ Software, an innovator in optimized storage virtualization software, today announced the appointment of Gregg Holzrichter as vice president of marketing and Eric Burgener as vice president of product management. A veteran marketing executive with extensive software and virtualization experience, Holzrichter will be responsible for marketing at Virsto, and brings extensive experience in the development and execution of global integrated campaigns for worldwide field, customer and partner marketing. Burgener joins the company with more than twenty five years of cross-functional experience, holding executive positions in product management, marketing and business development, and will be responsible for product management and the company’s product roadmap.

About Virsto Software

Virsto Software provides innovative solutions to address the growing need for cost-effective and efficient storage for virtual servers and desktops. Companies worldwide use Virsto to achieve breakthrough increases in performance, reduce storage capital and operating costs, and streamline provisioning and data management for virtual computing. Founded in 2007, Virsto Software is backed by leading Silicon Valley venture firms. For more information, visit virsto.com.

Deck Benches: The Lastest Trends

For homeowners with decks, deck benches can offer some of the most functional and attractive seating available � especially if their deck has limited space available. Deck benches can offer an abundance of seating without having to clutter the deck with individual outdoor chairs.

“As server virtualization gets more widely deployed in production, storage performance has emerged as a common problem,” said Burgener. “With our innovative storage virtualization layer, Virsto is on the forefront of resolving that problem in a way that not only significantly reduces spindle count and storage capacity requirements, but also provides industry-leading snapshot technology that leverages heterogeneous storage. I look forward to working with the product team to deliver further product innovation as this type of technology is destined to become a required component in virtual infrastructure.”“We’ve now built out our executive team and are poised to leverage the foundation we laid in 2010 to solve the storage problems in virtual environments on a much wider basis. Expanding our market reach, and continuing to execute on a roadmap of product innovation are important to our customers and partners,” said Mark Davis, CEO of Virsto. “Gregg and Eric will be instrumental in achieving these goals, and are both strong additions to our management team.”The leather storage ottoman is a small part of living room furniture, but it can be a big part of what sets off the style and d�cor in the rest of the living room pieces. A living room is a place for relaxation, a place to spend time with the family, entertain friends, or to simply sit and watch a good movie.Supporting Resources

The prices for deck benches vary and how much you spend will be determined on the style of the bench you want and what type of material you would like the bench to be crafted from. The most basic of deck benches can cost less than a hundred dollars, but if you are concerned with getting a quality deck bench that will look great after years of use, the cheapest bench probably isn�t the best route to go. Well-made deck benches usually start at about three-hundred dollars and go up from there.

Author: Jesse Akre

Leather Storage Ottoman - A Great Way To Dress Up Your Room

Ottomans have come a long way since they first came out as square, tasselled pieces of furniture made just for tired feet. Today, ottomans come in many shapes, sizes, and they can serve a number of different functions. Perhaps the most stylish of these is the leather storage ottoman.

About Virsto TechnologyThere are two main categories for benches � those that are attached to the deck and those that are not. For a while, attached deck benches were very popular; however, they did not offer the most versatile seating so unattached deck benches soon started gaining in popularity. Because unattached deck benches can be situated into different seating arrangements, they are usually very well-suited for entertaining guests and creating comfortable gathering areas.Holzrichter brings 20 years of marketing success with leading companies in server virtualization (VMware), CRM (Siebel Systems), ERP (PeopleSoft), customer experience management (Medallia), and consumer packaged goods (Robert Mondavi/Caliterra). At Siebel, Holzrichter helped build one of the most admired go-to-market organizations in the industry. He held a leadership role in product marketing at PeopleSoft, responsible for worldwide marketing for financials ERP. Holzrichter led VMware’s global campaigns and operations, in addition to Americas marketing, scaling his organization from $100 million to over $1 billion in revenue in under four years. Most recently, Holzrichter was the vice president of marketing at Medallia, where he positioned the company as the leading CEM vendor, and delivered a 550% increase in pipeline within 12 months.There are furniture sets that are available for purchase that come with leather storage ottomans. The buyer will not have a choice of which kind of ottoman he or she would like. For this reason, many buyers like to purchase a furniture set that comes without an ottoman and then they shop for the ottoman of their choice. Because ottomans are not an essential part of the living room furniture set, the buyer has a nice number to choose from. Also, since leather storage ottomans come in so many different styles, the buyer again, is presented with quite a few options.

The leather storage ottoman is a great supplement in any living room. It can, however, be used in other areas of a home. For example, if you have a home office, this ottoman can make a very stylish addition to your office d�cor. It can also mix well in a spare bedroom, or even a large bathroom. The leather storage ottoman is a versatile and stylish piece of furniture that will make a great room look even better. These leather storage ottomans would make the perfect place for lounging as you can use them for so many different things.

Author: Jesse Akre

Finding Furniture that Adds a Stylish Dimension to your Home

Your home is such an important space. It�s where you and your family relax when it is time to unwind from the day. It�s the place that your guests spend their time snacking, drinking and chatting with you! It�s the place where Christmas morning is held, birthday presents are opened and family dogs are played with. Make sure your home is as comfortable, welcoming and beautiful as it can be so you can just enjoy all the special moments of your life instead of worrying about how you want your home�s d�cor to change.

2-in-1 Coffee TableCoventry Large Antique Black Media StandWhen looking at indoor benches, it is still important to get one that is made out of higher quality materials because you are going to want it to be able to handle the rigors of everyday living. Some of the better material options that are available to you include durable woods like pine, mahogany, and cedar along with other synthetic materials like thick plastic and recycled plastic.Get some entryway style with a great storage bench. This espresso colored piece is a lovely country addition to any room�s style! Adorned with a charming metal design around the edges, this bench gives a cozy feel to your home. With a lovely, soft microfiber cusion, the Luna Espresso Basket Storage Bench is a wonderfully comfortable resting place when you�re putting your shoes on or taking them off. The bench is also a convenient storage space for all your quickly needed outdoor accessories! With its three removable rattan woven baskets, it is the perfect place to store winter hats, gloves, scarves and even sunglasses and umbrellas! Don�t worry about going through your closets and dressers to find your accessories when the seasons change; instead keep them conveniently right next to your front door.These timeless furniture options will give your home that stand out appeal that�s sure to impress any and everyone invited to your home!Other nice indoor benches that are perfect for placing in your space include backless benches, upholstered benches, benches with backs, and even ottoman benches and hall benches that have high backs with places to hang your coats and hats.Yes, benches are not just for using in your outdoor space anymore and there are actually a slew of different indoor benches to choose from, which would be perfect for adding to almost any room throughout your home. For example, in your bedroom a nice option would be a storage bench. So, not only do you have a nice place to take it easy from time to time, but you also have a nice place to put your things, like extra clothes or bedding, with its large storage area that sits beneath its cushioned top. A storage bench is also great for placing in other rooms throughout your home.In addition to added storage space, a foyer storage bench can provide you with a comfortable place to seat your visitors. If someone drops in to pick you up for a day of shopping, there�s no need for them to stand in the doorway while you finish getting ready. They can sit comfortably on your foyer storage bench for a few minutes while you get ready to head out.A foyer storage bench is an invaluable benefit throughout the year. During the summer it can hold items such as your sun hat and beach towel. In winter, you�ll have an out-of-sight area to store your hats and gloves. From umbrellas to briefcases, foyer storage benches offer the perfect place for hiding. Some foyer storage benches even have hooks to hang your hats and coats on, offering even more ways to organize your front-door clutter.There�s nothing like coming home after a long day, sitting on the couch and throwing your feet up; you deserve to relax! The Vanderbilt Microfiber Suede Storage Ottoman will allow you the maximum relaxation you need. Conveniently, it comes in ten different colors so you�ll be able to pick the perfect one! Choose a color that blends perfectly with your current room, or choose a bright accent color to add an undeniable �wow!� factor. On top of style and comfort, this ottoman has built in storage capacity. When you lift the top of this ottoman, you will reveal a storage space that is 36 inches wide, 25 inches deep, and 18 inches high. Store extra blankets, pillows and cleaning supplies for emergencies! Speaking of emergencies, this ottoman is covered in a child proof, pet proof, and easy to clean microfiber suede fabric. It�s even very easy to assemble! So, make this ottoman the piece that updates your entire room today!

These timeless furniture options will give your home that stand out appeal that�s sure to impress any and everyone invited to your home!

Author: Steven Gates