What Is RAID?

What Is RAID?

RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Disks) is a data storage technology that combines multiple physical drives into a single system to improve performance, add redundancy, or both. By distributing data across several disks in different ways (called “RAID levels”), RAID can help protect against data loss, increase read/write speeds, or expand usable storage capacity.

Why RAID Matters in Education and Research

In academic environments—especially those handling large datasets, scientific simulations, media files, or virtual labs—RAID helps ensure uptime, safeguards irreplaceable work, and boosts data access speed. IronRAID systems are engineered to provide reliable storage infrastructure for schools, universities, and research labs.

Common RAID Levels

• RAID 0 – Performance: Data is striped across drives for speed but with no redundancy.
• RAID 1 – Mirroring: Data is duplicated on two drives for maximum protection.
• RAID 5 – Balanced: Stripes data and parity across three or more drives. Offers fault tolerance and efficiency.
• RAID 6 – Double Parity: Like RAID 5, but can survive two simultaneous drive failures.
• RAID 10 – Speed + Redundancy: Combines mirroring and striping. Ideal for high-performance, high-reliability needs.

Why Choose IronRAID?

• Designed for educational reliability and 24/7 lab use
• Scalable from entry-level classroom setups to campus-wide deployments
• Powered by enterprise-grade hardware, with student/faculty support plans available
• USA-built systems tailored to grant-funded or compliance-driven institutions

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