17994794. TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS simplified abstract (Dell Products L.P.)
Contents
- 1 TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Lior Kamran of Rishon LeZion (IL)
Vladimir Shveidel of Pardes-Hana (IL)
TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17994794 titled 'TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING WRITE PERFORMANCE USING ZONE SHARING IN LOG STRUCTURED SYSTEMS
Simplified Explanation
A data storage system utilizing non-volatile solid state drives (SSDs) can optimize write performance by partitioning the SSDs into zones and dynamically reallocating storage based on node activity within those zones.
- The data storage system uses non-volatile solid state drives (SSDs) for backend storage.
- The system implements log structured systems (LSSs) to manage data, which can lead to write amplification (WA).
- SSDs are partitioned into zones to optimize write performance.
- Multiple nodes can write to a single active zone to reduce write amplification.
- Each node is assigned a portion of the active zone for exclusive use.
- Nodes can dynamically allocate storage within their assigned portion.
- The active zone can be repartitioned based on storage consumption, write rates, or allocation rates of the nodes.
- When the active zone runs low on free space, it can be repartitioned to maintain optimal performance.
- Nodes can switch to a new active zone once their assigned portion is fully utilized.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in high-performance computing environments, cloud storage systems, and data centers where write performance optimization is crucial.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the issue of write amplification in log structured systems, improving overall write performance and extending the lifespan of SSDs.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include enhanced write performance, increased efficiency in data storage systems, and prolonged lifespan of SSDs through optimized allocation and utilization.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include enterprise storage solutions, big data analytics platforms, and any system requiring high-speed data writes with minimal wear on storage devices.
Possible Prior Art
Prior art may include similar techniques used in distributed storage systems, SSD optimization algorithms, and log-structured file systems.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology impact the overall cost of data storage systems?
The cost implications of implementing this technology, including any potential savings or additional expenses, are not addressed in the abstract.
What are the potential security implications of dynamically reallocating storage based on node activity?
The abstract does not mention any security considerations related to the dynamic reallocation of storage within the SSD zones.
Original Abstract Submitted
A data storage system can use non-volatile solid state drives (SSDs) to provide backend storage. The data storage system and SSDs can implement log structured systems (LSSs) experiencing write amplification (WA). The SSDs can be partitioned into zones. To reduce WA of the SSD-internal LSS, multiple nodes can write to a single active zone. The active zone can be partitioned into portions each assigned for exclusive use by one of the nodes. Each node can allocate storage from its corresponding portion of the active zone. When a node consumes a threshold amount of its portion, the active zone can be repartitioned in accordance with storage consumption, write or allocation rates of the nodes. When the active zone does not have a minimum amount of free space, the active zone can be finally repartitioned. A node can switch its active zone to a next zone once it consumes its final partition.
