SandForce introduces the first SSD controller optimized for the cloud

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SF-2481 works with MLC memories reaching read and write rates of more than 500 MB/s and doubling the error correction strength. It is expected to arrive in January 2012.

With the arrival of cloud computing, workloads require higher levels of performance and stability. SandForce knows this, which is why it has just announced its first controller for multi-level cell memories optimized especially for its use in cloud systems.

Under the name SF-2481, this solution increases resistance and manages to double the error correction strength over MLC flash standards.
SF-2481 has already been sent to OEMs

SF-2481 has already been sent to OEMs and will arrive in the business market next month

Its sequential read and write rate reaches 500 MB per second, which is 60,000 I/O operations per second in the case of random speeds.

Among other features, it includes DuraWrite, for balanced performance and lower write amplification; and Predictive Failure Analysis, to ensure maximum reliability throughout the product's life.

It also allows you to configure the space reserved by the drive to balance performance and durability.

“As the SSD market matures, new architectures are being developed to meet the needs of different market segments,” explains Jim Handy, an analyst at Objective Analysis. “SandForce is targeting one of the most important SSD markets by adjusting its high-performance processor to the needs of Internet data centers, which should be good business for both the company and cloud computing customers.”

SF-2481 has already been sent to OEMs and will arrive in the business market in January 2012.

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