Backing up to disk is faster and less prone to human error than backing up directly to tape. Once saved to disk, the backups can be moved to tape outside of the backup window, avoiding the performance hits typically associated with direct-to-tape backups. This method also dramatically increases the speed of restores.

You can choose to use your existing backup server and familiar backup software, directing backups to a Snap Server prior to moving them to tapes. Backup software from Symantec, CA, and EMC can store backup data on a Snap Server by using standard network protocols or by using iSCSI.

Or you can use the Snap Server as a backup server, a cost-effective alternative. Snap Servers run BakBone NetVault software and they come with client agents to protect networked Windows, Linux, UNIX, and Mac computers, as well as application servers such as Exchange and SQL Server. A 500GB VTL is even included for fast backups to disk and instant restores.

Up to 80% of business-critical data resides on desktops and notebooks. Adaptec StorAssure continuously protects data on Windows computers, efficiently backing them up to the Snap Server when it’s available. When disconnected, StorAssure queues the changes and delivers them to the Snap Server when a connection is again established.

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Disk-to-Disk Backup for Fast, Cost-Effective Backup, Restore, and Nearline Storage

Learn more about the following Snap Server products that support heterogeneous backup-to-disk:

19” Rack-Mount:

Desktop Systems:

Expansion Unit:

Software: