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cost and with little management overhead. NAS, however, is not the
same as backup. In fact, by making it possible to easily expand stor-
age, NAS creates the need for expanded backup capacity. This is
where DLTtape-based libraries fit in the NAS concept. In a typical
configuration, a DLTtape library is attached to a server designated as
the backup server. DLTtape libraries offer the speed, capacity, and
scalability to support the growing NAS capability, while delivering
reliable, automated backup.
Benefits of Tape Automation
The main reason for seeking a tape automation solution is proba-
bly because the previous backup system can no longer get the job
done in the available backup window. In addition, there are a
number of other benefits of tape automation.
Reduced human intervention. People make mistakes. Reducing
human intervention in the backup process invariably reduce errors
and downtime. In addition, it also reduces administrative over-
head, provides hands-free file restoration, eliminates missed back-
ups, and ensures data integrity.
User-friendly file management. Tape automation systems can pro-
vide users with self-service file restoration. Time is saved and users
are empowered.
Cost-effective/fast ROI. Tape automation systems can often pay for
themselves in a matter of months through labor savings, reduced
downtime, and reduced media expenses.
Manages media rotation and storage. Your backup software and
tape automation system will let you set the media rotation strategy
that works best for you.
8.6 AUTOMATION