February 5, 2020
Tel Aviv, Israel
SMB3 Plugfest
January 28-31, 2019, Co-located with SDC EMEA in Tel Aviv
The purpose of this Plugfest is for vendors to bring their implementations of SMB3 to test, identify, and fix bugs in a collaborative setting with the goal of providing a forum in which companies can develop interoperable products. The SNIA provides and supports the network and infrastructure for the Plugfest, creating a collaborative framework for testing. The participants of the Plugfest work together to define the testing process, assuring that objectives are accomplished.
The SNIA SMB3 Plugfest offers:
- The latest Windows client and server software from Microsoft, including test suites that help verify interoperability on various features of SMB3 protocols
- Technical support from SMB3 engineers to look at traces and help with diagnosing problems
- Plugfest participants are covered by a non-disclosure agreement and entry is restricted to registrants only
If you are reluctant to participate because you feel that your SMB implementation is "not ready", you should still participate! The SMB3 Plugfest is also a development opportunity, not just a testing opportunity. Implementations still in development are encouraged to participate. It's a great opportunity to get help and learn from the experts!
How Your Company Can Participate
A primary representative from each company that wishes to participate must complete the SNIA EMEA SMB3 Plugfest Company Registration. There is no fee to participate in the SMB3 Plugfest. This includes full access to the Storage Developer Conference sessions and meals. Each Plugfest participant that will actively participate and test, working with the other SMB3 Plugfest participants will be provided with an SDC EMEA conference pass with full access to the conference on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. If any of your Plugfest Engineers already have an SDC EMEA Conference pass from being a speaker or through sponsorship then they will not need a conference pass, however you still need to complete this registration form for your company.
Once the online registration form has been completed the company primary representative will be sent a registration code which will allow your Plugfest Engineers to register for SDC EMEA at no cost. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Arnold Jones (arnold@snia.org).
SMB3 Plugfest Logistics
The SNIA will provide and support the network and infrastructure for the SNIA EMEA SMB3 Plugfest, creating a collaborative framework for testing. Each participant will be provided with a work area, access to standard power and a network connection. For special power requirements please contact the SNIA for additional costs.
Plugfest testing starts on Monday January 28th 2019 at 8:30am, and will conclude and teardown starting at 4:00pm on Thursday January 31st, with everything removed from the room by 5:30pm.
Please note that participants are responsible for shipping and any hotel drayage arrangements and charges, etc., regarding their equipment.