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Is SR-IOV worth it?
Is SR-IOV worth it?
CryptoConqueror
Sat Nov 16 2024
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I'm considering implementing SR-IOV in my network infrastructure but I'm not sure if it's worth the investment. I want to understand the benefits and potential drawbacks of SR-IOV to make an informed decision.
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NebulaPulse
Mon Nov 18 2024
This technology allows for the efficient utilization of hardware resources by enabling multiple VMs to access a single device simultaneously.
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Maria
Mon Nov 18 2024
However, there are certain drawbacks to using SR-IOV.
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SumoMighty
Mon Nov 18 2024
One of the main disadvantages is the inability to use features like vMotion or snapshots, which are commonly used in virtualized environments for migration and backup purposes.
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Maria
Mon Nov 18 2024
Therefore, unless there is a specific requirement for high-performance networking or graphics processing, the use of SR-IOV may not be worth the trade-offs.
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Leonardo
Mon Nov 18 2024
SR-IOV is a technology designed for scenarios where multiple virtual machines (VMs) need to share the same hardware resource via PCI passthrough.
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