Run any enterprise file workload at any scale on AWS
Cloud Native Qumulo (CNQ) on AWS is the only file data service that offers the performance and scale your most demanding workloads need, at a comparable total cost of ownership to on-premises storage.
Run any enterprise file workload at any scale on AWS
Cloud Native Qumulo (CNQ) on AWS is the only file data service that offers the performance and scale your most demanding workloads need, at a comparable total cost of ownership to on-premises storage.
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Move any file workload from on-premises to the cloud
No more compromising or limiting the cloud to niche file storage use cases. From AI and HPC to archive, CNQ on AWS lets you support any workload you’d traditionally run on-prem, in the cloud.
Most cost-effective file service on AWS
Optimize your cloud file storage spend with up to 80% lower cost-per-TB than the nearest alternative. You only pay for the resources consumed.
Customizable for any workload
Run on the EC2 instance types and storage classes of your choice to match any workload demand. Scale performance and capacity independently up and down as demands fluctuate.
True enterprise class services
Support all workloads and clients from a single platform with full NFS, SMB, and S3 protocol support and all the same enterprise-grade features you’d expect with on-premises file services.
Progressive and predictable pricing
No surprises or runaway costs. Total cost of ownership for Cloud Native Qumulo on AWS is simple to forecast. See how much you could save running your AWS workloads with CNQ.
Power AI and HPC workloads in the cloud
Reduce time-to-train for your AI workloads in the cloud. CNQ on AWS eliminates data loading time by accelerating data transfer between S3 and the file-based applications feeding your GPUs so they’re not sitting idle.
Scale throughput from 1GB/s to over 1TB/s to meet the performance needs of your HPC workloads in the cloud.
Power AI and HPC workloads in the cloud
Reduce time-to-train for your AI workloads in the cloud. CNQ on AWS eliminates data loading time by accelerating data transfer between S3 and the file-based applications feeding your GPUs so they’re not sitting idle.
Scale throughput from 1GB/s to over 1TB/s to meet the performance needs of your HPC workloads in the cloud.
Architected to deliver what no other can
Cloud Native Qumulo is able to combine the performance and scalability of the cloud with the feature set and maturity of on-premises storage, letting you optimize resources to suit your specific needs.
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Deploy in minutes, scale in seconds
Spin up a well-architected Cloud Native Qumulo instance via CloudFormation or Terraform in your own AWS VPC, with all available features, in less than 15 minutes. Watch our demo video to learn more.
Deploy in minutes, scale in seconds
Spin up a well-architected Cloud Native Qumulo instance via CloudFormation or Terraform in your own AWS VPC, with all available features, in less than 15 minutes. Watch our demo video to learn more.
6-12
Minutes to deploy
Over 1TB/s
Of throughput
Up to 80%
Lower cost than the closest alternative
Leverage your existing AWS resource commitments
Choose your storage class (S3 Standard, S3 Intelligent Tiering, S3 Infrequent Access, or Glacier Instant Retrieval) and the EC2 instance type for the optimal balance of capacity, performance, and cost. Take advantage of your AWS Enterprise Discount Program or Private Pricing Agreements.
Available in AWS GovCloud
For customers in highly-regulated industries with strict security and compliance requirement, Cloud Native Qumulo can be deployed on AWS GovCloud.
Any global AWS region or any AWS Local Zone
CNQ can be deployed in any AWS region of the public cloud and in any AWS Local Zone. Keep your workloads in close proximity to your on-premises data centers to ensure the high-performance, low-latency storage services you need.
Any use case, at any scale
CNQ eliminates the compatibility, scalability, and cost concerns that have kept your data on-premises for so long, freeing you to move virtually any file and object workflows to AWS.
Media and Entertainment
Video editing in the cloud
Centralize your video editing apps and workflows in the cloud for your globally-distributed production teams. CNQ combined with Cloud Data Fabric makes it simpler for your teams to share data overseas for efficient “follow-the-sun” production pipelines so that data disruptions don’t put tight deadlines at risk.
Media and Entertainment
Video editing in the cloud
Centralize your video editing apps and workflows in the cloud for your globally-distributed production teams. CNQ combined with Qumulo Global Namespace makes it simpler for your teams to share data overseas for efficient “follow-the-sun” production pipelines so that data disruptions don’t put tight deadlines at risk.
Solutions for your cloud-based production workflows in AWS
Healthcare
PACS and Vendor-neutral Archives
Whether you’re running a fully cloud-hosted PACS deployment or just your VNA repository, CNQ provides a HIPAA-compliant, high durability, and cost-effective solution to store both active and infrequently accessed images in AWS.
Life Sciences
Genomic Sequencing
CNQ gives you the flexibility to support multiple genomics projects around the globe while meeting each team’s unique performance and capacity requirements. When combined with Cloud Data Fabric, teams in different regions can have low-latency access to data from remote sites.
Life Sciences
Genomic Sequencing
CNQ gives you the flexibility to support multiple genomics projects around the globe while meeting each team’s unique performance and capacity requirements. When combined with Qumulo Global Namespace, teams in different regions can have low-latency access to data from remote sites.
Cold data and Archive
Keep your data center space lean by moving all your cold and archive data onto a CNQ cluster in AWS using cost-effective S3 classes like GIR or IA for optimal TCO. Connect your CNQ deployment with an on-premises Qumulo instance to ensure all infrequently accessed data can be stored cost-effectively in the cloud while still available for easy retrieval on demand when needed from any site.
Real-time ransomware detection and recoverability
Pair your Cloud Native Qumulo deployment with real-time ransomware protection tools such as Superna Eyeglass or Rubrik Cloud NAS Direct to protect petabytes of critical on-prem data from ransomware attack, even if your primary storage is from another vendor.
Real-time ransomware detection and recoverability
Pair your Cloud Native Qumulo deployment with real-time ransomware protection tools such as Superna Eyeglass or Rubrik Cloud NAS Direct to protect petabytes of critical on-prem data from ransomware attack, even if your primary storage is from another vendor.
Back up in the cloud
Eliminate the upfront capex of procuring and managing hardware in your data center for data protection. CNQ on AWS offers a cold storage tier for your backup copies with 11 nines of durability.
Disaster Recovery
Deploy CNQ as a scalable, cost-effective DR solution to your primary on-prem storage. CNQ’s data durability delivers a more reliable DR environment than a two-site on-premises solution, while CNQ’s dynamic performance capabilities mean that it can be quickly reconfigured to deliver production-level throughput in the event of an outage on your primary storage.
Disaster Recovery
Deploy CNQ as a scalable, cost-effective DR solution to your primary on-prem storage. CNQ’s data durability delivers a more reliable DR environment than a two-site on-premises solution, while CNQ’s dynamic performance capabilities mean that it can be quickly reconfigured to deliver production-level throughput in the event of an outage on your primary storage.
Disruptive features for your cloud-native workloads
Data locking
Policy-based data locking for both file and object data types helps you can protect sensitive directories and storage buckets from being modified or deleted.
Shared file and object access
CNQ S3 API support has no object size or count limit. Simultaneous file access to your S3 buckets enables collaborative and mixed-use workloads.
Amazon Q Business
Integrate easily with Amazon Q Business using our unique custom connector capability, enabling new uses and insights for your data at any scale.
Ready to get started?
Getting started with Cloud Native Qumulo on AWS is quick and simple. Our dedicated Cloud Specialists will walk you through the process from setting up a Nexus Account, to purchasing Qumulo credits through the AWS Marketplace, to spinning up your first instance. Fill out the form and our team will reach out to you shortly.
FAQs
Is CNQ for AWS a SaaS?
No, CNQ for AWS consists of a Qumulo deployment on EC2 instances that leverage AWS infrastructure, disaggregating compute from persistent S3 storage. The CNQ environment is easily managed by the customer in their own AWS VPC. In fact, there are half the administrative points of management on CNQ than other fully managed SaaS file services in AWS.
How much does CNQ cost?
Our TCO Estimator Calculator can give you a good idea of the total cost inclusive of your CNQ license and AWS costs. Please contact us for further detail regarding pricing.
Does my CNQ usage count against my AWS Enterprise Discount Program?
If you have an existing Enterprise Discount Program (EDP) with AWS, any fees associated with CNQ (compute, storage, etc.) will count toward your commitment. Additionally, your CNQ licensing fees (billed through the Marketplace) also count toward up to 25% of your total annual EDP commit.
How does CNQ work?
CNQ is a software-defined storage solution that pairs AWS EC2 instances with S3 storage to create an agile and elastic file system. Qumulo’s software uses NVMe attached to each EC2 instance to create a powerful caching engine that delivers high performance file data services at a price point that’s comparable to (or even better than) native S3 storage.
How is CNQ deployed in my environment?
CNQ is deployed via Cloudformation or Terraform from a private github repository. Each deployment requires a minimum of four redundant EC2 instances. Additional EC2 instances can be added on the fly to increase performance.
Can I use different EC2 instance types to run CNQ?
Yes. Although most customers find that either i4i or the M6iden family of EC2 instances deliver the best overall results for most workloads, virtually any AWS x86-based instance can run CNQ today. Additionally, CNQ lets you change your instance type nondisruptively to optimize performance as needed. As an example, if you need to increase performance by 50% you can add more EC2 instances by expanding your CNQ instance from four nodes to six. You can also change to other EC2 types, e.g. going from the i3en to the m6idn without taking your CNQ service offline.
Contact Qumulo if you have any questions about deployment sizing. Our team can recommend an optimal configuration for your CNQ deployment that can save up to 72% on your initial four AWS instances, as well as work with you on the best option for reconfiguring your CNQ instance if your workloads change.
What if I want to downsize a cluster when I need less performance?
CNQ also lets you remove EC2 instances (to a minimum of three nodes) if your performance requirements decrease, such as after-hours or upon completion of a burst cycle. This is a core feature of CNQ’s overall elasticity – letting you scale performance up and down, optimizing costs without interrupting services as needed. You only pay for the compute and capacity you use.
What S3 storage tiers can I use with my CNQ deployment?
CNQ can use any S3 tier, though we generally recommend S3 Intelligent Tiering for active / hot data storage, and S3 GIR for archive / cold data. As with any S3 usage, it’s important to align your workload needs to the appropriate storage tier in order to optimize the cost of storing your data against the cost of accessing your data.
Please work directly with your Qumulo and Amazon teams for recommendations that meet your specific capacity and access requirements.