Implementing the IBM Storwize V7000 with IBM Spectrum Virtualize V8.2.1

Introduction to storage virtualization

This chapter defines the concept of storage virtualization and provides an overview of its application in addressing the challenges of modern storage environment.

This chapter includes the following topics:

•1.1, “Storage virtualization terminology” on page 2

•1.2, “Benefits of using IBM Spectrum Virtualize” on page 5

•1.3, “Latest changes and enhancements” on page 6

•1.4, “Summary” on page 7

1.1 Storage virtualization terminology

Storage virtualization is a term that is used extensively throughout the storage ...