Optimizing datastores

Because of how NetFlow works, large Plixer Scrutinizer deployments can be negatively impacted by insufficient disk I/O throughput. For optimal performance, Plixer Scrutinizer virtual appliances should be deployed on a dedicated 15K RPM RAID 10 datastore whose storage capacity meets your history setting requirements (1.8 TB recommended).

In environments with extremely high flow volumes, it is recommended to use the Plixer Scrutinizer hardware appliance for its dedicated resources and higher collection rates.