The focus group findings provided key insights for NextIO: 1. Unlike an earlier survey, none of the participants were familiar with shared IO technology or vendors. 2. Participants recognized the benefits of consolidating network adapters and storage with a shared IO solution. 3. A pod/TOR topology was seen as a good fit for clusters but disruptive to existing SAN/NAS storage layouts. 4. Price points under $100K would only appeal to larger organizations, not SMBs. References and packaged solutions would help sales. 5. Support for VAAI and VASA was important for managing heterogeneous storage from one system.