Hybrid Storage Array for Cost-Effective Performance & Scalability
NGX Hybrid Storage Array delivers the ideal balance of flash performance and disk capacity, enabling enterprises to scale efficiently without overspending on all-flash systems. Built for mixed application workloads, it ensures fast response times for critical data while providing high-capacity tiers for less frequently accessed information.
Unlike single-media architectures, a hybrid storage array intelligently combines SSDs and HDDs to optimise I/O, reduce latency, and lower cost per terabyte. This makes it a smart choice for organisations needing scalable on-premises storage without compromising performance or resilience.
Core Advantages
Balanced flash speed + disk capacity
Lower cost per TB compared to all-flash
Consistent performance for mixed workloads
Enterprise-class availability and reliability
Easy scaling for growing data requirements
NGX Hybrid Storage Array is engineered for both performance-sensitive tasks and capacity-driven environments, making it an ideal foundation for data lakes, log analytics, surveillance, media and backup ecosystems.
Flash-Accelerated Hybrid Architecture
The system combines SSDs and HDDs in a flexible hybrid design. SSDs can be deployed both as a high-performance cache layer and as a dedicated flash pool for performance-critical datasets, while HDDs deliver cost-effective, high-capacity storage. This architecture allows workloads to be placed on the appropriate media based on performance and capacity requirements.
Performance Highlights
- SSD-based caching to accelerate read and write operations
- Dedicated SSD flash pools for latency-sensitive workloads
- HDD tiers providing economical, high-density capacity
- Mixed-media architecture reduces overall cost per TB
- Balanced performance supporting concurrent and mixed workloads
Workload Performance
- High-throughput performance with multi-gigabit bandwidth over 10/25/100GbE
- Low-latency access for flash-resident and cache-accelerated workloads
- Stable and predictable performance, even under sustained or peak utilisation
Designed for Mixed Enterprise Workloads
NGX Hybrid Storage Array supports environments where performance and capacity both matter.
Media & Content Workflows
Dedicated flash pools accelerate active media files and metadata operations, while high-capacity HDD tiers efficiently store large video, audio, and production assets.
Medical Imaging & Healthcare Archives
Flash acceleration improves access to frequently referenced studies and indexes, while HDD capacity supports long-term retention of PACS and imaging data.
Analytics, Logs & Telemetry
Flash caching enhances ingest and query responsiveness, while scalable disk capacity accommodates large volumes of log, sensor, and analytical datasets.
Backup, Archive & Data Protection
Flash-assisted operations speed up backup windows and restore tasks, while cost-effective HDD tiers provide economical long-term data retention.
Key Technical Features
- SSD + HDD hybrid storage architecture
- Flash tier (metadata acceleration), write cache, and read cache
- High-availability dual-controller design
- Unified management for block, file & object
Data Protection & Efficiency
SSD + HDD hybrid storage architecture
Flash tier (metadata acceleration), write cache, and read cache
High-availability dual-controller design
Unified management for block, file & object
Capacity & Scalability
- Up to 38PB
- Expand tiers without system downtime
- Optimised for large-scale growth
- Predictable cost per terabyte
This hybrid architecture ensures flash-like performance where needed and disk-based capacity where it matters, reducing TCO without limiting growth.
Support & Services
NGX Storage provides enterprise-grade lifecycle services to ensure maximum availability and operational continuity for your hybrid storage array deployment.
Deployment & Integration
Architecture validation & sizing assistance
Professional installation & configuration
Seamless integration with VMware, Hyper-V & Linux
Technical Support
Enterprise support with defined SLAs
Performance and configuration tuning
System health monitoring and guidance
Lifecycle Services
Software updates & firmware upgrades
Capacity planning & scaling strategy
Long-term optimisation and analytics
With comprehensive support, enterprises can confidently deploy hybrid storage across production workloads, backup ecosystems, and infrastructure modernisation projects.
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FAQ
What is a hybrid storage array?
A hybrid storage array combines SSDs for performance with traditional HDDs for high-capacity and cost efficiency. It enables faster access than disk-only systems while remaining more affordable than all-flash storage.
When should I choose a hybrid system instead of all-flash?
Hybrid arrays are ideal when workloads mix performance-critical and bulk data storage -such as VDI, databases, and backup- where flash is needed for speed, and disk provides economical capacity.
What advantages does NGX Storage offer over legacy disk arrays?
NGX Storage Hybrid delivers higher throughput, lower latency, intelligent caching, and simplified management, improving performance without full all-flash cost.
Can I request a demo of NGX Hybrid Storage?
Yes. You can schedule a live demo to see real-time dashboards, performance tests, and workload simulations tailored to your environment.
Is the NGX Hybrid suited for on-premises deployments?
Absolutely. NGX Storage Hybrid is engineered for on-premises enterprise environments requiring scalability, mixed-media efficiency, and cost control.
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