As a regular and critical administrative task, backups
should be as automated as possible. Having administrators create, maintain,
run, and track scripts to perform database backups adds managerial overhead
expense (and reduces overall operating profitability) and introduces the
possibility of error to critical business operations.
Using an enterprise backup and recovery software solution with robotic
media handlers offers a completely automated archival operation for significant
time savings. Hierarchical storage management software can automate archival
tasks, maximizing free space for intensive network applications and allowing
IT departments to concentrate on business-specific tasks.
*TapeManager updates available here!
*60-day free TapeManager trial here!
*TapeManager brochure here! *Is Your Mainframe Data Secured? Read about
it here!
*Please
note:
TapeManager software is for use on Unisys
MCP based systems only— it does not
support Windows, UNIX, Linux, etc. TapeManager
Software TapeManager from Dynamic Solutions
International is designed to simplify your operations by tracking
all of your tape and optical backup media. TapeManager works with
all "cartridge" tape
and optical technologies available on Unisys MCP-based ClearPath
systems-DLT, 8mm, 4mm DAT, CD-R, MO, 36-track systems, among
others.
TapeManager logs tapes real-time and tracks tapes stored both on-site
and off-site. In recovering a database, TapeManager supplies tapes requested
by DM Utility, removing any guesswork. Working with an automated
tape library, TapeManager performs restores without any user intervention.
TapeManager also protects tapes from scratching or re-use. All commands
are entered through the console like other system commands. There is no
need to look up job or mix numbers. On-line help is available at the console.
Additionally, TapeManager includes a utility program that follows the
standard MCP (MARC) presentation with menus and forms, aided by
on-line help. TapeManager offers both short and long help on-line following
the standard MCP implementation. A hyper-text-like capability allows users
to request help for unknown items while in help mode by SPCFYing
on the item.
TapeManager
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The TapeManager database is updated in real-time as cartridge
activity occurs
Operator console (ODT) command and response (no AX or SM)
On-line help available at the operator console (ODT)
Customizable label printing interface
Multi-host support
Commands may also be input through MARC, DCKEYIN,
batch and REMOTESPO
Selective cartridge tracking is based on pattern or number
Data protection is through PG and SN verification
Reports are provided either in hardcopy and/or through the operator
console (ODT)
Extensive searching capabilities locate cartridges
Searches on strings can use "wildcards"
Customization of each site's requirements is provided
Logging and reporting of exception activity is standard
The command interface provides for quick and easy entry of all
functions
No patches to MCP or other software
TapeManager
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recommended for full feature-set
MT or ET equivalent terminal for utility program
Active
vs. Passive Mode:
The TapeManager
system can operate in one of two modes: active or passive. Active
mode is the default mode of operation. When configured for active
mode operation, TapeManager is assigned to the MCP TAPEMANAGER
interface via the SL command. This allows TapeManager to
be called directly by the MCP for all tape actions.
Passive mode is used when another program (usually another tape
management system) is assigned to the MCP TAPEMANAGER interface.
In this situation, DSI's TapeManager acts as an interface to the
LibraryManager system for the other tape management software.
The Install program will automatically determine if another program
has been SLed as the active TAPEMANAGER and will install
in passive mode.
*TapeManager updates available here!
*60-day free TapeManager trial here!
*TapeManager brochure here! *Is Your Mainframe Data Secured? Read about it here!
*Please note:
TapeManager software is for use on Unisys MCP based
systems only— it does not support Windows, UNIX, Linux,
etc.
LibraryManager Software
Setting the standard for library management, Alpine LibraryManager
is versatile and scalable. LibraryManager's ease of operation makes it
a global leader in MCP based robotic management, and easily accommodates
rapidly increasing data storage requirements. Alpine LibraryManager incorporates
future-proof design, and is capable of managing multiple libraries from
multiple hosts.
LibraryManager provides a standard interface for MCP-based ClearPath tape
management systems and user programs to access and manage automated cartridge
libraries. LibraryManager works with virtually all "cartridge" tape and
optical technologies available on Unisys A Series, LX and NX systems-DLT,
AIT2, 9840, 8mm, 4mm DAT, 18-track, 36-track, 3480/3490 and Magneto-Optical
(MO). Cartridge libraries from the smallest to the largest are supported.
LibraryManager provides an interface from a tape management software program
to an automated tape library system. This interface is provided through
a PC-based controller, as illustrated below:
LibraryManager
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Supports many types of cartridge libraries including 4mm (DAT),
8mm, AIT, DLT, 9840, 36-track and Magneto-Optical (MO)
Supports all sizes of cartridge libraries from 10 to 10,000+ cartridges
Supports multiple automated libraries
Supports multiple NX/LX/A Series hosts accessing one or more libraries
Integrated with DSI TapeManager and other third party tape
management software
Common interface (API) provided for all types of cartridge libraries
Easy installation and setup
No patches to MCP or other software
LibraryManager
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DSI Library Controller and supporting software
A qualified cartridge library
DSI TapeManager or Media Manager Interface
VERITAS data protection solutions deliver robust,
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the data center—for heterogeneous environments. Organizations of every
size rely on VERITAS for comprehensive data protection.
With VERITAS data protection solutions, there's no need to use multiple
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solutions streamline, scale, and automate backup throughout your organization.
VERITAS products safeguard the integrity of all corporate data on all
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VERITAS
Solutions for Data Protection:
Data
Center Solutions
VERITAS data protection solutions for the data center include robust
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VERITAS NetBackup DataCenter has the flexibility and scalability
to protect mission-critical data in corporations with hundreds or
even thousands of computer systems. NetBackup DataCenter supports
storage area networks (SAN), network attached storage (NAS), intelligent
disaster recovery, intuitive Java- and Windows-based administrative
interfaces, and simplified, database-aware backup and recovery for
Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Lotus Notes, and other databases.
These solutions include the following products:
VERITAS
Global Data Manager™
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NetBackup Advanced Reporter™ enhances the capabilities of
VERITAS NetBackup™ with a comprehensive suite of reports that
equips administrators to quickly identify problem areas or
patterns in backup activity. VERITAS NetBackup DataCenter™
NetBackup DataCenter™ provides complete platform-independent
data protection for the largest UNIX, Windows NT/2000, and
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Small
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VERITAS small to medium sized business/workgroup data protection
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Award-winning VERITAS Backup Exec™ product line offers the most
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needs for years to come. These solutions include the following products:
VERITAS
Backup Exec™ for NetWare
Backup Exec™ for NetWare performs comprehensive backup and
restore of application, user, OS, and configuration data for
Novell NetWare environments. VERITAS Backup Exec™ for Windows
NT and Windows 2000 VERITAS
Backup Exec™ for Windows is a comprehensive network backup
system that incorporates specific database protection and
storage management options to fulfill the requirements of
any enterprise. VERITAS Backup Exec™ for Windows
NT/2000 Small Business Server Edition
Backup Exec™ for Windows NT/2000 Small Business Server Edition
provides backup, restore, virus cleaning, and single-drive
library support in a single suite.
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storage systems specialist to discuss an appropriate VERITAS
solution for your organization.
BakBone software provides high-performance, open-systems solutions that
greatly simplify server and network storage environments and empower storage
users. BakBone products lead the market in performance, network storage
functionality, application support, configuration flexibility, and the
ability to scale storage capacities to petabytes.
With support for all major operating systems (UNIX, Linux, NT), network
storage topologies and protocols (NAS, SAN, IP Storage, NDMP, SoIP, etc.),
and all major enterprise applications (Oracle, SAP, DB2, Lotus, SQL, etc.),
BakBone is a clear technology leader that accepts no compromises in its
quest to remove complexity from the storage equation.
BakBone
Solutions for Data Protection:
NetVault™
NetVault is BakBone’s answer to the demand for easy to use, fully
functional, high performance, scalable backup and recovery storage
management software. From workgroup, to datacenter, to the enterprise;
from LAN, SAN and NAS – NetVault’s unique modular architecture and
flexibility provides the most advanced backup and restore functionality
to protect your most valuable asset…information.
Delivering on the promise of simple to install and manage while
providing robust performance, NetVault provides the flexibility
for growth and continued enhancement as your information storage
needs expand and change. VaultDR™ Application Plugin Module™ (APM)
The VaultDR APM provides the capability to create a block-by-block
disaster recovery image of NetVault clients. There is no need to
complicate your backup strategy with multiple products; NetVault’s
VaultDR APM is an integrated solution capable of recovering the
entire disk including the OS, applications, system settings, partition
information, and data.
The VaultDR APM is easy to use. All operations can be managed from
the central NetVault server. During the regularly scheduled period,
an administrator will take the necessary client machine offline
and boot it with VaultOS - NetVault’s disaster recovery operating
system.
From the NetVault server, the administrator selects the disk and
partition(s) to be backed up and creates the VaultDR image. In the
event of a catastrophe or disk failure, administrators need only
to boot the affected machine with VaultOS; it contains the necessary
drivers required to re-establish network communication, and then
recover the VaultDR image over the network. Simply restore the last
full, incremental, or differential backup using NetVault and quickly
and easily, you’re back online and ready to do business. Application Plugin Module™ (APM) for Oracle
Information is the priceless asset of all organizations.
Oracle environments are experiencing exponential growth as the importance
of data and its uses has become a competitive edge for fast growing
organizations. With the increasing size and number of Oracle databases
comes the need for a reliable and easy to use solution to protect
those assets. A database specific online backup and restoration
solution is critical for keeping user data protected.
The Oracle Online Application Plugin Module (APM) for NetVault provides
increased application availability via fast, online backup of Oracle
databases in both UNIX and Windows NT environments. The APM includes
a wide variety of important features such as hot backup, support
for multiple database servers on a single machine, an easy to use
graphical user interface, and support for raw table backup. With
the NetVault Oracle Online APM, user databases remain online and
fully accessible during backup operations, assuring zero downtime
for users. Application Plugin Module™ (APM) for MS
Exchange Electronic collaboration, such as e-mail, has become
a central means of communication for many organizations. Microsoft's
Exchange Server has been widely adopted as the premier groupware
application. With the increasing number of e-mail to be archived,
and the corresponding database growth, comes the need to protect
this critical corporate information. It is essential for administrators
to back up and restore an Exchange server with little or no impact
on users.
The Microsoft Exchange Application Plugin Module (APM) for NetVault
provides increased application availability via fast, online backup
of Exchange databases in Windows NT and Windows 2000 environments.
Please call 1.800.332.9020 today and
speak with a qualified storage systems specialist to discuss an
appropriate BakBone solution for your organization.
