Backup Express by Syncsort

Backup Express is a high-performance, enterprise-wide backup and restore system that operates in UNIX (all versions), Linux, Windows 9X/NT/2000/XP, and NetWare environments. Its distributed architecture gives it the flexibility to optimize network usage by sending backup data over only specifically designated segments of a network. At the same time, it provides centralized control of all backup and restore functions with a single catalog accessible through an intuitive, point-and-click GUI on any UNIX or Windows node with TCP/IP.

Flexible Architecture

Backup Express solves today's network backup and restore problems, and adapts easily to tomorrow's changes. You are never locked into a single way of doing things. Backup Express is one of the few backup products that allows you to choose UNIX or Windows now -- and later change your mind with no trouble. Why? Because the Backup Express GUI is exactly the same on both platforms. To change platforms, a simple, quick catalog conversion is all you need. Your backups and restores continue without interruption. Backup Express allows you to put your backup devices wherever you choose. You can attach them to UNIX, Linux, Windows NT/2000/XP, or NetWare servers, connect them to a NAS appliance, or integrate them within a SAN.

Tape Library Interface

Automated Tape Libraries (Jukeboxes) can contain hundreds or thousands of storage slots, dozens of drives, and multiple import/export slots. Backup Express makes tape library maintenance easy:

• Multi-Hosting tape libraries. SCSI- or Fibre-connected multiple UNIX, Linux, Windows, and NetWare servers, as well as NAS appliances, to a single multi-drive library to reduce network traffic and maximize your hardware investment.
• Easy Drag-and-Drop Interface. All library functions such as labeling tapes, reading barcodes, verifying tapes, etc. are all accomplished using drag-and-drop.
• Automatic labeling. Label large non-contiguous sets of tapes automatically, using any drive; or label tapes automatically on the fly as they are needed.
• Real-time color display. An up-to-the-minute color display shows the exact status and location of all the backup and restore media in your library.
• Easy drag-and-drop import/export. Place one or more tapes in the import/export slots of the tape library, and drag-and-drop them into empty storage slots. The library will activate automatically to import the tapes. Exporting is equally easy.
• Mass import/export. Import/export large sets of tapes automatically, not just one at a time.
• Alternate media pools. Define media pools to supply tapes automatically when the primary pool has no free tapes.
• Configuration by backup type. Define separate device clusters and media pools for base, incremental, and differential backups.
• Comprehensive tape library support. Backup Express is certified on virtually all automated libraries, independent of media type.
• Tape Library sharing. Share large tape libraries between open systems and mainframes. Backup Express supports ADIC's AMLs, StorageTek's ACSLS, and IBM's 3494 Magstars.

The Company - Syncsort Inc.

Syncsort Incorporated is a leading developer of high-performance systems and data management software. Over 95% of Fortune 100 companies are Syncsort customers. With our products in use in more than 12,000 installations in North America and in more than 50 countries, Syncsort is the world leader in helping companies organize, manage, and protect critical data.

Backup Express is built upon Syncsort's solid foundation. During our more than 30-year history, Syncsort has established an excellent reputation based on the superior performance of our software and our exceptional, reliable support. We understand what it takes to develop and maintain mission-critical applications. Syncsort has consistently upheld the highest standards of excellence in the most advanced computing environments and has been named one of the top 100 Data Warehouse Vendors for four consecutive years.