* Unified architecture. Flexibly meet the changing requirements of different workloads through multiprotocol support and rich data management.
* Integrated data protection. Provide integrated, unified , backup, and archiving across all that require them, regardless of protocol or disk type.
* Nondisruptive operations. Deliver nonstop data availability by supporting workload migration and load balancing, as well as the upgrade, repair, and replacement of nodes without service interruption.
* Secure multi-tenancy. Serve multiple customers across a shared IT infrastructure with secure logical separation of data and administration.
* Embedded data security. Protect data assets through role-based administration, encryption and antivirus software.