All posts by this Michael Rakitin

Posted by Michael Rakitin on June 4, 2026
How to check ISCSI paths on Windows Server, VMware ESXI and Proxmox

This article explains how to check StarWind HA devices’ state, make sure that iSCSI sessions are connected, and validate path health across three major platforms: Windows Server, VMware ESXi, and Proxmox VE.   Learn More

Posted by Michael Rakitin on March 23, 2026
How to set Intel E810 for StarWind NVMe-oF Initiator with Intel E810. RDMA use case

This article describes how to configure Intel E810 network adapters for proper RDMA operation with StarWind NVMe-oF Initiator.

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Posted by Michael Rakitin on March 21, 2026
Updating StarWind x Proxmox SAN Integration Services During a Proxmox VE 8 to 9 Upgrade

This article describes how to upgrade a Proxmox VE 8 cluster configured with StarWind VSAN to Proxmox VE 9, while maintaining storage availability and updating the StarWind x Proxmox SAN Integration Services after the upgrade. 

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Posted by Michael Rakitin on October 29, 2025
Adjusting Chunk Size for StarWind Devices in Proxmox

This article explains how to modify the thin_pool_chunk_size parameter in Proxmox when creating StarWind devices larger than 16 TB. Adjusting this value ensures stable operation and proper allocation of large volumes within the LVM thin pool.  Learn More

Posted by Michael Rakitin on April 10, 2025
Antivirus Exclusions for StarWind VSAN-based Clusters

This article outlines recommended antivirus exclusions and provides basic guidance to ensure stable performance and proper operation of StarWind VSAN-based clusters.
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Posted by Michael Rakitin on May 17, 2024
How to Update StarWind Virtual SAN Deployed as a Controller Virtual Machine (CVM)

This article guides on how to update StarWind Virtual SAN deployed as a Controller Virtual Machine (CVM). Learn More

Posted by Michael Rakitin on May 17, 2024
How to provision physical storage to StarWind Virtual SAN Controller Virtual Machine

This article provides information about provision physical storage to StarWind Virtual SAN Controller Virtual Machine.
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Posted by Michael Rakitin on December 21, 2023
How to configure Automated Storage Tiering using Microsoft Storage Spaces

This article guides to configure Automated Storage Tiering using Microsoft Storage Spaces.
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Posted by Michael Rakitin on September 26, 2023
Perc 12 (Perc H965i (MX)) controllers with StarWind Virtual SAN (VSAN) in VMware ESXi deployments

This article provides information about potential issue with Perc12 controllers.
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Posted by Michael Rakitin on August 19, 2023
How to collect support bundle in StarWind SAN & NAS

This article provides guidance on the steps to make to collect logs on StarWind SAN & NAS
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