Latency reported on nvme local datastores.

Products

• VMware vSphere ESXi

Issue/Introduction

There is high latency issues experienced when using NVME Dell BOSS (Boot Optimized Storage Solution) cards for workloads.

Environment

VMware vSphere ESXi 7.x
VMware vSphere ESXi 8.x

Cause

The Boot Optimized Storage Solution (BOSS) card is designed primarily for ESX installation and log file storage. It is not optimized for handling high I/O operations or storing virtual machine files. This limitation can lead to significant performance degradation, including increased latency.

Resolution

For optimal performance, it is recommended to use dedicated storage solutions that are better suited for high I/O workloads.

Additional Information

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Boot Optimized Server Storage (BOSS)