Features And Benefits; Data Reduction; Data Deduplication - Quantum DXi4500 User Manual

Features and Benefits

Data Reduction

Data Deduplication

Quantum DXi4500 User's Guide
The DXi4500 system provides the following features and benefits:
• Industry-unique, policy-based data deduplication matches different
data deduplication methods to different backup tasks
• NAS or OST presentation layer
• 10 source to one target LAN/WAN replication
• OST Optimized Duplication support with Symantec Backup Exec.
• Supported by every major backup software vendor
• Rack space requirements: 2U
• Installs in a standard rack with a minimum depth of 24.09 in (61
cm)
Note: Quantum recommends installing the DXi4500 system in a
controlled or restricted area to prevent access by untrained
personnel. In addition, Quantum recommends that system
installation be performed only by qualified IT personnel.
Data reduction is the process of reducing the amount of storage
capacity required to store your data. The DXi4500 systems provide two
techniques to optimize the storage space required on your system:
• Data Deduplication
• Compression
The DXi-Series disk backup and replication systems use Quantum's
patented data deduplication technology to dramatically increase the
role that disk can play in data protection. With DXi-Series solutions,
users can retain 10 to 50 times more backup data on fast recovery disk
Chapter 1: DXi4500 System Description
Features and Benefits
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