Backup Solution for Novell Network

Backup Solutions for Novell Network

HP SureStore Tape 5000 (4GB DAT) + Seagate Backup Exec For NetWare Version 7.5

Why Backup?
Your data is your business, without it there is no business. The DTI point out that 70% of companies suffering computer failure are out-of-business in 18 months.

Backup What?
Backup your business-critical data - that is the data necessary to re-create the business in the event of total loss.

Where is my Business-Critical data?
On your server, workstations and personal computers (including laptops) - wherever your users keep it (despite rules designed to store key data only on servers).

Backup When?
Business users should backup every day

The Hardware
HP SureStore DAT products combine capacity and performance with reliability and low cost of ownership, making them the ideal choice for network backup.

Key Features

4 GB of unattended backup
DDS format
HP's reliable DAT technology
Read After Write verification for a high level of data integrity
Low-cost media
Compatible with all major operating systems and software solutions
HP service and support

The Software
As networks grow larger and more complex, you may be challenged with protecting critical information spread across multiple platforms and servers. Seagate Backup Exec^™ for NetWare simplifies and automates enterprise-wide backup. With extensive multi-platform support, Seagate Backup Exec fully protects your NetWare, Windows NT, and LAN Server servers, as well as DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, Macintosh, OS/2 and UNIX workstations. Seagate Backup Exec offers unmatched reliability for enterprise-wide data protection.

Complete Protection For NetWare Servers And Networks.

Seagate Backup Exec enables you to centrally administer and monitor your entire network with full control and scheduling flexibility.

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Provides storage management services (SMS) support - Full SMS compatibility provides scaleable growth capabilities to meet your network's changing needs, no matter how complex they may become.
Protects NetWare data and namespace information - Provides comprehensive data protection including all objects and containers within NetWare Directory Services (NDS) and extended Schema.
Automatically reroutes backup jobs - Fault-tolerant backup processing maintains backup integrity by rerouting backup jobs in the event of system, media or device error.
Optimizes backup performance - Seagate Backup Exec helps manage a maximum of 28-jobs simultaneously, with automatic redirection to the next available tape for maximum data protection performance.
Reduces backup time - STAC LZS data compression and Seagate Software's exclusive Agent Accelerator technology make Backup Exec the fastest data protection solution for your NetWare network.

Seagate Software worked closely with Novell to optimize Seagate Backup Exec for enterprise-wide NetWare data protection making it the safest, most reliable solution available. Engineered to deliver safe, reliable, full-featured network backup, Seagate Backup Exec will keep pace with your network's changing needs while maximizing your investment. With Novell's Storage Management Services (SMS) support, Seagate Backup Exec protects NetWare 3 and 4 servers, as well as future generations of NetWare. In addition, Seagate Backup Exec ensures full data recovery by protecting all network data including all objects and containers, as well as schema extensions. And, in the event of a hardware failure, Seagate Backup Exec's fault-tolerant processing automatically reroutes jobs to an alternate tape drive or backup server.

Automated Backup Eases Administrative Pressures

Because regularly scheduled backups are the best way to ensure reliable data protection, Seagate Backup Exec fully automates network backups with a comprehensive scheduling system with true, unattended operation. Point-and-Click scheduling allows you to protect your servers and workstations easily. You can schedule backups to run transparently while systems are in use or during off-hours when files are closed and accessible. Seagate Backup Exec keeps a watchful eye on your network with its Smart Client technology that detects impending hardware failures on Windows 95-based Compaq systems and automatically initiates an unattended backup to protect the systems data.

Delivers Data Protection that Fits Your Network

Seagate Backup Exec for NetWare delivers complete data protection right out of the box. Designed to administer multiple tape systems across a full range of NetWare 3 or 4 environments, Seagate Backup Exec is available in several editions. Seagate Backup Exec Enterprise Edition offers a unique scaleable design that allows you to manage your backups no matter how large your network grows. It protects an unlimited number of NetWare, Windows NT, LAN Server and Lotus Notes servers, as well as DOS, Windows, Windows 95, Windows NT, Macintosh, OS/2 and UNIX clients. By protecting all your servers and clients, a single investment in Seagate Backup Exec protects your entire network.

Seagate Backup Exec is also available in editions scaled for smaller businesses or workgroups. The Single Server Unlimited Edition protects one NetWare server and an unlimited number of DOS, Windows and Windows 95 workstations. And Seagate Backup Exec Single Server 25-User Edition protects a single NetWare server with a NetWare server license for up to 25 users, as well as protecting an unlimited number of DOS, Windows and Windows 95 workstations. Backup Exec gives you the ability to select the edition that's the most cost-effective for your environment.

Maximizes System Performance for Faster Backups

Seagate Software realizes that as your network grows, your backup window shrinks. Seagate Backup Exec's exclusive Agent Accelerator^™ technology with data compression makes it the fastest backup solution for your NetWare 3 and 4 networks. And, you can automatically direct backup jobs to the "next available" tape system for processing, maximizing performance. In addition, Seagate Backup Exec's fault-tolerant concurrent job processing, lets you run up to 28 devices simultaneouslycompleting backups faster and more reliably than you ever thought possible.

Enterprise Edition

Enterprise Edition provides unmatched performance, reliability, and ease-of-use for cross-platform data protection.

Single Server Edition

Single Server Edition provides a cost-effective network solution for a single server and an unlimited number of workstations.

Backup Features

Open and Skipped File Processing - Allows skip or retry handling of open files so skipped files can be logged and backed up at later time.
Background Operation - Seagate Backup Exec runs transparently while system is active for uninterrupted system use.
Pre and Post Command Support - Initiates user- defined console commands before and/or after a backup.
Multiple Backup Methods - Allows Normal, Incremental, Differential and Copy capabilities for improved flexibility.

Restore Features

Read Compatible - Provides easy and safe transition from other applications by allowing you to read tapes created by Cheyenne ARCserve and SIDF tape formats.
File Grooming - Enables you to restore directories containing data, while excluding empty directories.
Disc/Tape-Based Catalog - Provides on-demand locator information for file access and full/partial catalog.