A new standard in Enterprise File Backup. Contents 1.Comparison with current backup methods...

A new standard inA new standard in

Enterprise File BackupEnterprise File Backup

ContentsContents

1. Comparison with current backup methods2. Introducing Snapshot EFB3. Snapshot EFB features4. Organization behind Snapshot5. Snapshot Support6. What’s next?

11 Comparison with current backup methodsComparison with current backup methods

Example of an existing network

3 LaptopsWin 2000

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(tape or CD-Roms)

3 PCsWin 98

1 LaptopXP

8 PCsWin XP

2 PCsWin 2000

Internet/VPN

FirewallServers

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Extensive duplication in OS and Program files being backed up!

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Duplicates of files are still being backed up!

Minimum result of full and incremental backupsMinimum result of full and incremental backups

12 monthly tapes

4 weekly rotating tapes

6 daily rotating tapes

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365 CDs or DVDs

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22 Introducing Snapshot EFBIntroducing Snapshot EFB

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Internet/VPN

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• Initial backup - with Snapshot EFB

3.13.1 A unique intelligent way to backupA unique intelligent way to backup

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• With Snapshot EFB the equivalent of a full backup is done daily• No two identical files are ever both backed up (MD5 checksums)

Daily Backup with Snapshot

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3.23.2 Saves system administration time and moneySaves system administration time and money

• No matter how old, deleted files can be recovered immediately– (Common configuration of back server allows from 6 to 12

months of current online data storage)

• Snapshot EFB backup server can rebuild a Win-98 PC in approx. 1 minute and Win-XP in approx. 10 minutes. Linux, Unix and NT servers can also be restored fast.

• Snapshot EFB restore is not restricted by introduction of new hardware.

• The system administrator is informed by e-mail of the result of the daily backup. No physical intervention is required.

• Users can restore their own lost files, without the need for system administrator intervention

3.33.3 Fast disaster recovery (1)Fast disaster recovery (1)

• There are two ways to restore:– Direct restore from snapshot to previous hardware configuration– After installation of basic OS, use snapshot to put back all

updates, non-OS-programs and all other files.

• In both cases the restore will include any updates or patches made to the OS since the original software was purchased

With Snapshot EFB, disaster recovery is no longer a nightmare…

3.33.3 Fast disaster recovery (2)Fast disaster recovery (2)

• Example: A lost or stolen Laptop can be restored in approx. 1 minute (Win 98) and approx. 10 minutes (XP).– Identical machine means exact restore. No surprises.– No loss of income. Continuation of work in a matter of minutes.

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3.43.4 Supports smooth migration to new platformsSupports smooth migration to new platforms

• Migration to new Operating System or Hardware– Significantly faster upgrade to new OS or Hardware. After OS or

hardware upgrade is done, multiple computers can have selective restore of non OS related software and data at the same time.

– Restoration is fast, due to random access to the files, no slow sequential access.

• Backup Hardware– When upgrading tape capacity, all old tapes, up to the last full

backup, need to be restored, before the new tape drive is installed. After the installation, all previous tapes will often become unreadable.

– Where a tape drive is replaced, there is no guarantee that the tapes will be readable with the new drive (due to head alignment of the old drive).

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Internet/VPN

3.53.5 Efficient online backup of remote sitesEfficient online backup of remote sites

• Remote sites can now easily be included in the daily backup, without intervention by system administrator;– First, store copies of the OS systems in use and common

programs (MS Office, MSIE, Outlook etc) on the Snapshot backup server, then do a full backup of the remote sites.

– This way many of the files on the remote computers will not have to be backed up, as they will already have been backed up – thus greatly reducing the volume of data to be backed up.

• Restoration of lost data can also be done via remote access.

– Actual backups are reduced to small amounts of data only. Approx. 10% of normal backup volume.

3.63.6 Reliability of Tape and CD-RomReliability of Tape and CD-Rom

• Known problems with CD/DVD backup:– Industry statistics show that there is a high rate of

unreliability in CD recording/read back. Some reports state that up to 40% of CDs are unreadable after 2 years.

• Known problems with tape backups:– Misalignment of tape head can make tape unreadable;– Constant use of tapes requires them to be replaced annually

at great cost;– Adversely affected by climatic conditions;– Require multiple volumes, where backup volume exceeds

the capacity of one tape. This may necessitate introduction of expensive automatic tape changer;

– Constant increase in hard disk capacity and reduction in purchase costs outstrips capacity of tapes.

3.63.6 Reliability (Snapshot EFB hard disks)Reliability (Snapshot EFB hard disks)

• Snapshot EFB uses hard disks – Data is backed up in raid style to multiple disks – Fire wire removable hard disks are used for duplication of data

for off-site storage– Rotation of hard disks can be determined by the user

2nd IDE Hot Swap in Transit

3rd IDE Hot Swap in off site storage

Basic Snapshot EFB Server has:1 Internal IDE which is never

removed1 Hot Swap FireWire Drive at all

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3.73.7 Full versus incremental backupFull versus incremental backup

• For maximum security and fast restoration a full backup should always be done – Snapshot EFB does!

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• Tapes and CDs invite users to do incremental backups due to backup media capacity limitations. This leads to the following problems:

– To restore a lost file may require sequential reading of multiple tapes requiring lengthy involvement of the system administrator. (Searching for the right tape or CD)

– Immediate restoration of one or more computer(s) from tape or CD is not possible.

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44 Organization behind SnapshotOrganization behind Snapshot

• In business more than 15 years.• Worldwide support 24x7.• Experts in Microsoft, Linux and Unix

products.

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55 Snapshot Support Snapshot Support

• E-mail 24x7– Automatic on-direction of e-mail to appropriate support

center depending on the time of day.– Direct connection via VPN or secure shell by support staff to

investigate the problem and solve if required.

• Telephone support during office hours– Description of problem will be documented by support staff– Direct connection via VPN or secure shell by support staff to

investigate the problem and solve if required.

• Hardware– If provided as part of the Snapshot installation, support will

be available according to terms and conditions agreed to.– If user supplies own hardware, support for OS installed on

snapshot server, will be available according to terms and conditions agreed to.

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66 What’s next?What’s next?

• One week of on site actual backup and/or simulated restore with functional Snapshot EFB backup software.– (Minor restrictions and limitations will apply: IP addresses vs.

usernames)

• Immediate activation of trial backup server into fully functional backup server, on purchase of license.

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• Call Hyperdriven on 02 9972 9072 and place your order.

• Receive Snapshot Server - pre-configured.

• Connect to your network.

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