Concurrent I/O Request Servicing - Compaq Smart Array 221 User Manual

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Figure C-7. Data Striping distributes data across all physical drives

Concurrent I/O Request Servicing

The Smart Array 221 Controller has the capability to service hundreds of I/O
requests at a time. For example, if you request data that resides on the first drive
and another user requests data that resides on the second drive, the controller
can deliver both pieces of information concurrently. Figure C-8 illustrates
concurrent request servicing.
Figure C-8. Concurrent Request Servicing handles several I/O requests
Writer: Karen Hale Project: Compaq Smart Array 221 Controller User Guide Comments: 388541-001
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