iStor, MS Partner

IRVINE, Calif. -- iStor Networks, Inc. , a leader in high performance iSCSI solutions, has achieved the Microsoft® Simple SAN for Windows® Server partner designation as a Microsoft Simple SAN Component as well as the Designed for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 logo for Microsoft Virtual Disk Service (VDS) for the iS325. The program provides the framework to help drive robust, serviceable and easy to use multi-vendor storage area network (SAN) solutions on the Windows Server 2003 platform.

“Microsoft is excited to work with innovative companies like iStor to build next generation solutions that deliver all the benefits of SANs while simplifying the installation, configuration, and provisioning of storage,” said Bala Kasiviswanathan, Director of Storage Systems Division at Microsoft. "By working closely with partners like iStor, we are able to deliver incredibly robust shared storage systems for IT Administrators – an especially significant benefit for the small to medium business (SMB) market.”

“iStor is committed to working with Microsoft to create Simple SAN solutions for Windows Server 2003 users,” says Kevin Daly, CEO of iStor Networks. “Simple SAN partners must meet a number of strict design requirements. Our customers can be assured that the integraStor product family works seamlessly in a Windows environment, providing ROI by lowering IT operating expenses and increasing business productivity. The combined efforts are streamlining and delivering on the promise of SANs throughout the storage lifecycle.”

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