Estimating the amount of data generated
The following table provides guidance for estimating the amount of metrics data generated:
| Number of days | Number of column families monitored | MB per node |
|---|---|---|
| 31 | 5 | 200 |
| 31 | 10 | 300 |
| 31 | 20 | 500 |
| 365 | 5 | 250 |
| 365 | 10 | 380 |
| 365 | 20 | 630 |
The default upper limit of data collected is 365 days.