Bitpipe: Tape Backups Research

Presentation Transcript: Email Archiving, Ediscovery, Compliance, Storage Management

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Email archiving is a burgeoning market at a time when many storage pros are faced with increasing ediscovery requests and compliance regulations. Listen to this podcast to find out the latest developments in email archiving. Published by: Symantec Corporation

Data Deduplication: It's more than Just a Box on the Network

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:45:00 EDT

This session will discuss the various operational and design factors that go into making the right technology decision for deduplication. Published by: FalconStor Software

Stepping Up to Deduplication with Simpana8

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:45:00 EDT

This brief webcast provides a basic overview of CommVault's inline, embedded deduplication capability. It will cover how we dedupe, how our approach differs from traditional appliance-based dedupe and several use cases for implementing deduplication within your organization. Published by: CommVault Systems, Inc.

Data Deduplication Beyond Backup

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:45:00 EDT

In this TechTalk, W. Curtis Preston, Executive Editor for TechTarget's Storage Media Group and independent consultant, discusses the state of deduplication for primary storage, the pros and cons of the different approaches, and what we should expect to see in future systems. Published by: Storage Decisions

Live Q&A with W. Curtis Preston

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Please join us for today' Live Q&A with backup and recovery expert, W. Curtis Preston. This interactive Q&A session will provide attendees with the opportunity to have all backup and recovery questions answered by Mr. Backup himself. Published by: Storage Decisions

Implementation Advanced Uses and Testing Part I

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:30:00 EDT

The first session starts with an explanation of why we are using disk in the backup system, as it will build the foundation for later discussions. Published by: Storage Decisions

Implementation Advanced Uses and Testing Part II

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT

Preston explains the differences between the different types of dedupe, including source and target, hashing vs. delta differentials, inline vs. post processing and local vs. global deduplication. He continues with an explanation of some advanced uses of deduplication and finishes the session with some thoughts on how to test deduplication. Published by: Storage Decisions

The Evolving Role of Disk and Tape in the Data Center

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This whitepaper describes five best practices for backup and long-term data protection and explores the aspects of disk and tape solutions that, when combined into a disk-to-disk-to-tape solution, provide the most robust answer to backup and archival for the data center. Published by: Hewlett-Packard Company

Email Archiving, Ediscovery, Compliance, Storage Management

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Case Study: Lime Pictures Implements its Vision with Quantum StorNext

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This case study highlights the challenges faced by an independent production company and the benefits achieved through the adoption of Quantum's StorNext digital workflow solution. Published by: Quantum Corporation

Taking the Lead in Data Deduplication

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Join Brian Brockway, VP of Product Management at CommVault, as he takes a look at data deduplication and explores some of the new features of CommVault® Simpana® 8 software. Published by: CommVault Systems, Inc.

Deduplication Calculator

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Data deduplication is a smart approach to handling continued data growth with minimal budgets. Utilizing this Deduplication Calculator, you'll discover how much time and money you can save by implementing CommVault^® Simpana^® software. Published by: CommVault Systems, Inc.

Quantum DXi-Series: Deduplicated Backup and Remote Replication Solutions

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this illuminating video to learn more about data deduplication as well as how the Quantum DXi-Series disk backup and replication solutions leverage data deduplication technology to dramatically shrink your disk requirements and enable remote replication replication as a disaster recovery technique. Published by: Quantum Corporation

How To Cut Backup & DR Costs

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

If you're concerned about the amount of host resources consumed by your existing approaches to local and/or remote recovery, are interested in improving RPO, RTO and recovery reliability, and would like to consolidate recovery capabilities to reduce complexity and cost, this seminar will discuss a proven solution. Published by: InMage Systems

What Data Domain is Doing to Storage

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper outlines the impact of data deduplication on data protection, and specifically how Data Domain pioneered the combination of storage system interfaces and software to make the disk-based solution an efficient and cost-effective alternative to tape-based methods. Published by: Data Domain

Using Deduplication with Modern Mainframe Virtual Tape

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This whitepaper describes how mainframe users can effectively switch from physical tape (or hybrid disk/tape) to a modern mainframe Virtual Tape solution with Data Domain deduplication storage. Published by: Data Domain

Hitachi and Symantec: Build Your Archiving and Discovery Strategy Today

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 14:00:00 EDT

Attend this vital seminar and see how the Hitachi Content Archive Platform with Symantec™ Enterprise Vault™ can simplify the job for you. In one powerful solution it gives you a flexible, scalable, intelligent and easy-to-manage solution that delivers performance and scalability to meet the needs of any sized e-mail environment. Published by: Continental Resources

Storage Decisions Data Deduplication Virtual Seminar

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 09:00:00 EDT

On June 30, 2009, backup and recovery expert W. Curtis Preston brings the popular Storage Decisions Deduplication Seminar to the virtual world. This live, one-day online workshop features how-to advice on the hottest technology in storage. Get questions answered live by Preston and meet reps from the leading technology providers. Published by: Storage Decisions

Backup and Archive Are Not the Same Thing!

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Does your compliance team think retaining everything forever is easy or that your existing backup application makes a good archive utility? If you've ever had to try to recover backup data from a retired backup application or an out-dated media format, then check out this presentation for answers. Published by: Storage Decisions

New Trends in Content-addressed Storage (CAS)

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

CAS, (Content Addressable Storage) is a mechanism that can store and retrieve information based on its content, not its storage location. Explore this presentation to learn more about CAS and the innovative new solutions that are swiftly gaining popularity. Published by: Storage Decisions

Building a Service-oriented Data Protection Strategy

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Data protection is not a one-size-fits-all strategy and this can create added complexities when building a service level-based data protection strategy. Explore this presentation for tips and best practices on how to overcome this challenge. Published by: Storage Decisions

Cloud-based Archiving Services

Fri, 29 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this presentation, we assess online archiving, rating their advantages/disadvantages compared to deploying your own archivers. Published by: Storage Decisions

Squeezing more out of tape backup systems

Wed, 27 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Tape vendors have recently improved their tape devices' density, enhancing management tools, integrating tape with their disk storage systems, and adding encryption. Listen to this podcast to find out how you can take advantage of these new improvements. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

O'Neill "Surfs" Through Backups and Recoveries with Data Domain

Tue, 01 May 2007 24:00:00 EDT

O'Neill is a lifestyle brand focused on boardriding products. To address its challenges with tape-based backups and growing data volumes, O'Neill turned to Data Domain. Published by: Data Domain

Start your vacation early: Data protection on today's budget

Thu, 21 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this white paper, Jon Oltsik, Principal Analyst at ESG, shows you where to start, how to focus on the real threats to data, and what actions you can take today to make a meaningful contribution to stopping data breaches. This is must read advice for storage and security professionals. Published by: Thales

FalconStor Opens Up an Entirely New Market for Themselves in Disk-to-Disk Backup

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

This Taneja Group analyst report focusses on FalconStor Software's announcement of a file-interface deduplication system, a NAS interface option for their existing line of disk-to-disk (D2D) backup solutions. The report highlights Falconstor's strategy and attractive benefits of their new interface to end-users. Published by: FalconStor Software

Tipcast: Optimizing Tape Backup Systems

Wed, 20 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Many organizations still rely on tape instead of disks for their backup needs. As the amount of incoming data increases actions need to be taken to optimize and squeeze more life out of existing tape systems. As a result, storage venders have been taking action to improve these systems. Published by: Sun Microsystems, Inc.

Protecting Server Data in Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs)

Fri, 01 Sep 2006 24:00:00 EDT

The use of computer resources throughout business operations increases the volume and importance of data for SMBs. Examine a framework for current methods of server data protection, and steps in evaluating an online disk-based server backup sol... Published by: Iron Mountain Digital

Victaulic Speeds Backup and Restores, Cuts Capacity with SEPATON VTL and Data Deduplication

Tue, 19 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Facing exponential data growth and lengthening backup times, Victaulic Company's tape backup systems could no longer provide the performance or capacity they needed for efficient data protection. For a cost comparable to tape, Victaulic Company implemented a SEPATON S2100-ES2 virtual tape library (VTL) with DeltaStor data deduplication software. Published by: SEPATON

Reduce IT Management Costs with DeDuplication: Use and Maximum Operational Efficiency with Hands-Free Management

Thu, 28 May 2009 13:00:00 EDT

Attend this live Webcast to hear from industry experts who will discuss how companies can maximize and leverage your storage utilization with global deduplication to save valuable resources. Published by: NEC Corporation of America

Is Online Server Backup Appropriate for Your Business

Wed, 13 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Read this white paper to examine the setbacks of traditional backup, gain a better understanding of online backup, and discover why Iron Mountain's LiveVault solution for automated server backup and recovery won the 2006 award for Best Storage Software Solution from the Software and Information Industry Association. Published by: Iron Mountain Digital

The State of Deduplication in Fortune 1000 Companies

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This TIP research paper delivers findings from over 245 in-depth interviews with Storage professionals at large enterprises, most of them among the Fortune 1000. Read on to learn about the top Storage team challenges and initiatives, current state of deduplication environments and solutions, and much more. Published by: Data Domain

The State of Deduplication in Europe

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

In this research paper you'll learn about the top challenges facing storage professionals in Europe and information about Data Domain deduplication storage systems. Published by: Data Domain

Data Deduplication and Disk-to-Disk Back Up Systems: Technical Considerations (Presentation Transcript)

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 24:00:00 EST

This presentation transcript explores the primary technological differences inherent in the various forms of data deduplication currently available. Published by: Data Domain

Continuous Data Protection

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

If your company seeks to eliminate or drastically reduce backup windows to create faster point-in-time recoveries for more mission-critical apps, CDP software is a viable alternative to traditional backup software. Take a few minutes to read this presentation transcript to learn more about the technology. Published by: FalconStor Software

iSCSI for TL-Series Tape Libraries

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

To supplement the growth in iSCSI SANs, Dell has introduced an iSCSI-to-SAS bridge card for the TL-series of tape libraries. This allows a customer to directly attach a tape backup target to their iSCSI 1Gb Ethernet SAN with little to no degradation in transfer speed. This white paper explores this setup and configuration. Published by: Dell, Inc.

Storage Magazine Online May 2009: Put Dedupe to the Test

Fri, 01 May 2009 24:00:00 EDT

In this month's Storage Magazine Online cover story, our resident backup expert, W. Curtis Preston, shows how to test various systems against your data so you can make the right decisions. Plus, check out features on recession-proof storage tips, four-tier storage design, and Continuous Data Protection (CDP). Published by: SearchStorage.com

Thinking Beyond Tape: The Case Against Tape Backup

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 24:00:00 EST

This whitepaper explores the high cost, complexity and potentially dangerous shortcomings of a backup strategy based only on tape backup. When recoverability matters, depend on Double-Take Software to dynamically move, protect, and recover your critical applications. Published by: Double-Take Software

LIVEWIRE™: Full-Server Protecting and Recovery in Real-Time

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Download this free whitepaper to learn about LiveWire from Double-Take Software - a cost effective solution that will keep your second tier servers up-to-date on disk and ready to recover to any physical or virtual machine in just hours - or less! Published by: Double-Take Software

Podcast: Data Deduplication and Disk-to-Disk Backup Systems

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This podcast explores the primary technological differences inherent in the various forms of data deduplication currently available. Published by: Data Domain

CDP FAQ

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

If your company seeks to eliminate or drastically reduce backup windows to create faster point-in-time recoveries for more mission-critical apps, CDP software is a viable alternative to traditional backup software. Take a few minutes to listen to this expert Podcast to learn more about the technology. Published by: FalconStor Software

Data Deduplication and Disk-to-Disk Backup Systems Technical Consideration (Podcast)

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This podcast explores the primary technological differences inherent in the various forms of data deduplication currently available. Published by: Data Domain

Disk-based data backup and recovery for SMBs

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

As storage capacity needs grow in SMBs, disk is increasingly being used as a backup storage target. In this FAQ, Executive Editor and Independent Backup Expert W. Curtis Preston, discusses the role of disk-based backup in the SMB space. Published by: i365, A Seagate Company

BMC Software Hybrid Copy Techniques

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Because organizations are demanding 24x7 availability from their IMS, DB2®, and VSAM applications, it is imperative that those applications do not experience outages. Read this whitepaper to find out how BMC's Hybrid Copy techniques help for faster system recovery in the event of a local outage. Published by: BMC Software, Inc

Webcast: Data Deduplication and Disk-to-Disk Backup Systems

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Please join Tony Asaro, Senior Analyst, ESG and Heidi Biggar, Analyst, ESG as they discuss the various technology considerations when applying data de-duplication technology to disk backup. This webcast explains why data de-duplication is making disk backup a more compelling alternative to tape. Published by: Data Domain

ESG: Data De-duplication & Disk-to-Disk Backup Systems

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The fact that most companies and organizations still use tape as their primary defense against data loss events is troubling. This report recommends they consider data de-duplication to complement and even replace their tape systems. Published by: Data Domain

Optimise Deduplication with Data Domain SISL™ Scaling Architecture

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

The SISL (Stream-Informed Segment Layout) scaling architecture optimizes deduplication throughput scalability and minimizes disk footprint by minimizing disk accesses. This paper explores the Data Domain SISL approach and compares it to emerging alternatives. Published by: Data Domain

Backup 101: Tips You Need to Simplify DR and Continuity

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Watch this on-demand webcast to learn how to design and develop a Disaster Recovery (DR) strategy that works for your budget. Published by: Compellent

Presentation Download: Backup School 2009

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This Advanced Backup School seminar presentation is guaranteed to provide you with time-tested advice and techniques that will make backup easier. Renowned backup guru W. Curtis Preston will review the basics - but will also be going into in-depth detail on the newest issues, technologies, and solutions surrounding backup. Published by: SearchDataBackup.com

White Paper: Dedupe-Centric Storage for General Applications

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Deduplication is enabling a new generation of data storage systems. While traditional storage vendors have tried to dismiss deduplication as a feature, it is proving to be a truly fundamental. There are a vast number of requirements that make it very challenging to build a storage system that actually delivers the full potential of deduplication. Published by: Data Domain

ESG Report: Data De-duplication and Disk-to-Disk Backup Systems - Technical and Business Considerations

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Data de-duplication offers landscape changing value that is easy to quantify, improves reliability, simplifies management and provides rapid recovery of data. Read this ESG report to learn more about it. Published by: Data Domain

Technical Brief: Data Domain SISL™ Scaling Architecture

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

While tape has been the dominant storage medium for data protection for decades because of its low cost, it is steadily losing ground to disk-based deduplication storage systems. The CPU-centric design of Data Domain systems takes the pressure off of disk accesses as a bottleneck. Published by: Data Domain

Avoiding the Disk Bottleneck in the Data Domain Deduplication File System

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

This paper introduces three techniques employed in the production Data Domain deduplication file system and shows how they can be used to relieve the disk bottleneck. Published by: Data Domain

Continuous Data Protection: Near vs. Real CDP

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

To help companies choose between CDP and near-CDP software, here's a checklist of questions to help you determine if you really need CDP. Published by: FalconStor Software

Replay applmage: Delivering Continuous Imaging for Windows Servers

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Replay appImage is disk imaging designed for any Windows application server, built to automatically and continuously image any Windows 2003 or Windows 2008 server. Read this data sheet for more. Published by: AppAssure Software

Assuring Successful Exchange Recoveries

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EST

Exchange adminisrators burdened by time consuming backup process will be interested in this white paper about Replay, a backup and restore solution eliminates the daily hit an Exchange server takes with the daily backup process. Published by: AppAssure Software

Smart Move: Spend Less While Improving Data Protection

Mon, 06 Apr 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Businesses today face a myriad of challenges in protecting their business-critical data. The reliance on data and information systems has created internal and external challenges for business owners and their IT staffs. One of the main issues is unrelenting data and application growth. Published by: i365, A Seagate Company

FAQ Guide: Disk-based data backup and recovery for SMBs

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

FAQ Guide: Data Protection

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Eric Burgener, senior analyst and consultant of Taneja Group, answers the questions he is hearing most frequently about data protection. Published by: Iron Mountain Digital

Do you really need continuous data protection?

Wed, 11 Mar 2009 24:00:00 EDT

Continuous data protection (CDP) represents the future of data backup as companies look to provide near real-time recovery points to enterprise applications. However, CDP software is still in various stages of development, while near-CDP (frequent snapshots) software is already mature and available on many operating and storage systems. Published by: FalconStor Software

Podcast: Customers Re-architect Data Protection Processes with Data Deduplication: Symantec Backup Exec and Data Domain

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

This podcast explores the changes in storage requirements and the efficiencies that can be achieved by deployment of new technologies as it relates to enterprise level backup and DR practices. Published by: Data Domain

Webcast: Customers Re-architect Data Protection Processes with Data Deduplication: Symantec Backup Exec and Data Domain

Tue, 17 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

View this webcast to learn more about re-architecting your data protection processes with data deduplication; this webcast also highlights a solution that provides superior protection and substantial paybacks. Published by: Data Domain

Understanding the Role and Application of Remote Server Backup Technologies

Wed, 11 Feb 2009 24:00:00 EST

Disk-based backup can help improve the performance of backups and restores, reduce the cost of management and improve the reliability of backups. Published by: Iron Mountain Digital

Case Study: Cutting Backup Times from Eight Hours to Twenty Minutes at U.S. Army Command

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

The DXi7500 was recommended more highly than competitive offerings, and it contained everything desired in a backup solution. Published by: Quantum Corporation

Case Study: Reducing Backup Time and Administration Six-fold

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

The Quantum Scalar i500 combines a modular design with continuous robotics to provide the scalability, performance and reliability that customers require. Published by: Quantum Corporation

Webcast (Part 1): Managing Backup and Archive Data with Data Domain and Symantec NetBackup (NBU) Integration

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

Many backup environments are being pushed to their limits, especially for Symantec NetBackup (NBU) customers. View this Webcast to learn about a new data deduplication solution that helps overcome these challenges and more. Published by: Data Domain

e-Guide: Backup Considerations - Data Deduplication and Virtualization

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

This E-Guide discusses the benefits of data deduplication, and how it can ease the backup pain that so many organizations are feeling. Published by: Computer Design & Integration LLC

Achieving Cost Savings in Backup with Deduplication

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 24:00:00 EST

This document discusses that dollars and time currently consumed by existing tape libraries can be far better utilized by moving to disk back-up with deduplication. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

Achieving Rapid Data Recovery for Credit Union Core Processing Applications

Fri, 12 Dec 2008 24:00:00 EST

EchoStream for AIX is a proven solution to the data recovery problem that is in use at a variety of referenceable accounts today. Published by: Vision Solutions

IT Briefing: De-dupe and Disk Backups - What You Need to Know before Taking the Plunge

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 24:00:00 EST

This document is based on a Data Domain/TechTarget webcast entitled "De-dupe and Disk Backups--What You Need to Know Before Taking the Plunge." Published by: Data Domain

Moving to Disk-based Backup? Seven Key Questions to Ask

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Backing up to disk instead of tape eliminates the hassles of tape, provides faster backups and restores, improves security and streamlines operations. Learn about the 7 critical questions to ask when considering a move to disk-based backup. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

Using Disk-based Backup for Better Backups and Restores

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This white paper presents a case study on Concord Camera and how they overcame their backup woes through an efficient disk-based backup solution. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

Konica Minolta Reduces Backup Window, Improves Disaster Recovery Strategy with ExaGrid

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A. Inc. is a leader in advanced imaging and networking technologies. This white paper tells how they improved their disaster recovery and backup operations with a disk-based backup system from Exagrid. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

Five Key Considerations for Evaluating the Scalability of Disk-based Backup Solutions

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This paper outlines the five key questions you should ask when evaluating the scalability of any disk-based backup solution. Published by: ExaGrid Systems, Inc.

Follow Best Practices for Internal Controls and Separation of Duties to Ensure Compliant Database Management.

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 24:00:00 EDT

This paper examines several best practices around database access and privilege controls and discuss how Oracle products can assist enterprises in achieving full compliance with data regulations. Published by: Oracle Corporation