Upgrade Backup Software - HP StorageWorks DAT 72 User Manual

Upgrade backup software

It is important to check
recommended upgrades.
For optimum performance it is important to use a backup application that is appropriate for your
system's configuration. In a direct attach configuration, where the tape drive is attached to a
standalone server, you can use backup software that is designed for a single server environment. In
network configurations you will need backup software that supports enterprise environments. HP,
Veritas, Legato, Yosemite and Computer Associates all provide suitable products. Further details
about these and other products that may be appropriate can be found on our connectivity web site.
1. Go to our connectivity web site:
2. Select software compatibility.
3. Select your combination of operating system and tape drive model in the table. A list of
supported backup applications is displayed. This will also tell you whether your configuration is
compatible with HP One-Button Disaster Recovery, HP OBDR. (All HP StorageWorks DAT tape
drives support HP OBDR. However, you can only use this feature if your system configuration
and backup application also support it. See
4. Make sure you have a backup application that supports HP StorageWorks DAT tape drives and
download any upgrades or patches, if required.
10 Drivers and backup software
www.hp.com/go/connect
www.hp.com/go/connect
for software compatibility and install any
and select tape backup.
"Using HP OBDR" on page 35.)