Part 12: Windows XP vs. Vista: iSCSI

Network SAN Diagram
Source: Apple, Inc.

019: iSCSI
iSCSI support is a native part of Windows Vista, not part of XP. My understanding of iSCSI although (been out since 2003) allows direct communication to a physical device on a IP remote network device (block level I/O). These network devices are typically SAN (Storage Area Networks) or NAS (Network Attached Storage) powered through Enterprise level (Fiber or Ethernet based) networks.

I find this feature no where on this earth for an average user to use. I can see this technology used in making another Disney Toy Story or The Matrix but still, do you have a SAN at home?!

Dell CX3-40 Screenshot

Update: After rethinking what iSCSI (behind the scenes) does, technically this technology includes like Nero 7 Ultra Edition’s  Disk  Image and Alochol 120% emulation features to  support virtual drives on your computer.

References:
Wikipedia – iSCSI
iSCSI Storage
iSCSI Review
Dell/EMC CX3-40 Disk Storage Array Product Details
Apple Xsan

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