What is Immutable Storage?
Imagine you keep a record, and once it’s written, you can’t delete or change it. In the IT world, this is the essence of immutable storage: data is write-once, read-many (WORM) and protected with features like Object Lock that ensure data cannot be modified for a certain period or even forever.
Why Is It Important?
• Protects against ransomware: Data cannot be changed or deleted, so attacks attempting to encrypt it will fail.
• Reduces risk of human error: Data remains intact even if accidental deletion or modification occurs.
• Meets regulations: Industries such as finance, healthcare, or government require tamper-proof data storage for audits and legal compliance.
QNAP Immutable Solutions: On Prem & Cloud
1. On-Prem
• QuTS hero NAS: Supports WORM through two folder options—Enterprise (deletion with permission) and Compliance (only admin can delete the entire storage pool).
• Hybrid Backup Sync: Backup to WORM folders for extra protection.
• QuObjects (S3 compatible): Certified Veeam® Ready – Object with Immutability, ensuring secure and immutable object-based backups.
2. Cloud
• myQNAPcloud Storage: Cloud storage with WORM and Object Lock, plus features like versioning, lifecycle, and end-to-end encryption.
• myQNAPcloud One: Integrated platform (Storage & Object), with WORM and Object Lock, ideal for NAS backup and scalable S3-compatible architecture. Offers transparent pricing starting from USD 8.39/month for 1 TB.
QNAP Advantages
• High performance: Multicore CPU support, SSD optimization, network up to 100 GbE on QuTS hero.
• Cost efficiency: High-performance solutions at competitive prices, both for on-premise and cloud.
• Easy backup management: Intuitive interface and petabyte-scale expansion support.
• Global scale: myQNAPcloud One has 13 global data centers, ensuring fast access and compliance with regional regulations.
Conclusion
QNAP’s Immutable Storage is not just about storing data, but keeping it untouchable, secure, and reliable. With flexible solutions both locally and in the cloud, QNAP makes it easy for anyone to ensure their data is protected elegantly and effectively.