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The better cache appliance runs enhanced Memcached from Gear6

Why a Gear6 Cache Appliance? It is a complete, supported, turn-key enhanced Memcached appliance with integrated DRAM/SSD memory architecture.

Cache ApplianceThe Web Cache Appliance is a turnkey, 100% Memcached-compliant hardware and software solution, fully supported by Gear6. For an on-site evaluation and fully installed appliance, please Contact Us About A Free Trial

Designed to your specifications, Gear6 Web Cache Appliance includes advanced features designed to maximize the performance and value of Memcached - and can be configured to include replication and high availability. Simply put the Web Cache Appliance in your rack, plug in a network cable, give it an IP address and a name, and Gear6 Web Cache Appliance is ready to provide enhanced Memcached services.

Features

Scalable Performance Scalable Performance
Increase transactions by 100X. Advanced cluster architecture scales to 24 Tbytes per cluster. 		High Availability High availability
Replication and failover ensures cache availability despite failures, upgrades or system changes.
Low TCO Low TCO
Less servers, less downtime, less management, less power and radically efficient memory use. 		Server Consolidation Server Consolidation
Hybrid memory architecture ups memory density to 384Gb per 1u server.
Advanced Memory Management Advanced memory management
Increases cache depth 5x. Use DRAM and Flash with no code changes. 		Advanced Reporting and Management Advanced Reporting and Management
Monitor cache for insights. Plan, troubleshoot, develop, optimize.
100% Memcached Compatible 100% Memcached compatible
Switch to Gear6 Web Cache from open source Memcached without code modifications. It’s Memcapable! 		Support 24/7 Pro Support
Installation config and server tuning. Phone, email, and continuous monitoring. Rapid response with solutions.

Tech Specs

Gear6 Web Cache Module Specifications
Cache capacity Up to 384 Gbytes per 1U module1
Networking options
  • Four gigabit Ethernet gigabit ports per module, supporting up to 3 Gbits/second per module.
  • One ten gigabit Ethernet port per module supporting 10 Gbits/second per module.
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    Power supply Dual auto-sensing 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 3.4-1.4 amp
    Power consumption (maximum) 330 watts
    Thermal rating (maximum) 1089 BTU/hour
    Weight 28 lbs (12.7 kg)
    Dimensions Depth: 25.5 in. (648mm)
    Width: 19.625 in. (499mm)
    Height: 1U - 1.75 in. (45mm)
    LED Indicators Four status LED indicators: Hardware, Cluster, Cache Master

    Note: Hardware modules consist of best-of-breed industry standard servers, DRAM and flash drives.

    Basic Web Cache Cluster Configuration
    Minimum Number of Cache Modules per cluster: 22

    Regulatory Compliance
    FCC Part 15 Subpart B (Class A)
    UL 60950

    1 Web Cache cluster can contain any mix of Cache Modules to fit your specific application needs, tested up to a maximum of 32 modules per cluster. The base configuration includes two Cache Modules of the same type.

    2 Using heterogeneous cache modules. Cache module types may be mixed together within the same cluster to produce different configurations.