The FlashArray feature that allows snapshots to be sent to a public cloud target is CloudSnap.
Why This Matters:
CloudSnap:
CloudSnap is a feature that offloads snapshots to cloud storage providers like AWS S3 or Azure Blob.
It provides a cost-effective and scalable solution for storing backups or archival data in the cloud, ensuring offsite protection and long-term retention.
Public Cloud Integration:
By leveraging public cloud storage, customers can reduce on-premises storage costs while maintaining secure and accessible backups.
Why Not the Other Options?
A). Cloud Block Store:
Cloud Block Store is a cloud-native block storage solution that runs in public clouds (e.g., AWS, Azure). It does not involve sending snapshots to a public cloud target.
C). ActiveCluster:
ActiveCluster provides synchronous replication between two sites for high availability. It does not involve offloading snapshots to the cloud.
Key Points:
CloudSnap: Offloads snapshots to public cloud storage for cost-effective and scalable backups.
Offsite Protection: Ensures data is securely stored in the cloud for disaster recovery or archival purposes.
Integration: Seamlessly integrates with popular cloud providers like AWS and Azure.
Reference: Pure Storage FlashArray Documentation: "CloudSnap for Offsite Backups" Pure Storage Whitepaper: "Cost-Effective Backup Strategies with FlashArray" Pure Storage Knowledge Base: "Using CloudSnap to Offload Snapshots"