ESnet Fasterdata Knowledge Base

An Expert Guide for End-to-End Performance Tuning, Tools and Techniques

The Fasterdata Knowledge Base provides proven, operationally sound methods for troubleshooting and solving performance issues. Since 1986 ESnet has operated an advanced research network with the goal of enabling the highest levels of performance for the Department of Energy (DOE) scientific community. During this time, our engineers have identified a common set of issues that hinder performance. We share our experiences and findings in this knowledge base.

Our solutions fall into five categories:

• • Network Architecture, including the Science DMZ model
  • Host Tuning
  • Network Tuning
  • Data Transfer Tools
  • Network Performance Testing
  • Wireless Data Mobility for Science (Wireless Edge)

How long should it take to transfer a terabyte of data across your network? It is probably less time than you think. Check out our performance expectations guide. 

Want to contribute material or know of something that should be on the site? Send an email to fasterdata@es.net.