Disaster recovery storage
Disaster recovery (DR) and data storage go hand-in-hand and a good DR plan must carefully consider how data is stored and protected. This topic section offers news and how-to information about data storage for disaster recovery. Learn about replication, DR testing tools, virtualization, tape backup, disk backup, global file systems, clustering and archiving.
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Disaster recovery storage News
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November 14, 2019
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Nov'19
Datrium opens cloud DR service to all VMware users
Datrium's upcoming DRaaS Connect will extend its cloud DR with fast RTO to all users of VMware vSphere infrastructure on premises, not just its DVX customers.
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October 03, 2019
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Oct'19
PayGo cloud migration to AWS includes SIOS for HA, DR
Utility payment company realized "astonishing" savings by migrating from a private data center to AWS but the move required more than just throwing the red switch.
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August 28, 2019
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Aug'19
New Datrium DRaaS on AWS targets VMware customers
Datrium's new disaster recovery service will give VMware users the option to recover their applications and data on demand, in VMware Cloud on AWS, when a system outage hits.
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May 15, 2019
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May'19
Datrium DVX storage adds ControlShift cloud DR option
The Datrium cloud DR SaaS app, formerly known as Project CloudShift, is now called ControlShift and GA, but the first version only supports Datrium on premises and Cloud DVX hosts.
Disaster recovery storage Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Data replication technologies: What they are and how to use them
Data replication can play a big role in a disaster recovery plan, so make sure you're familiar with the different types of replication and where they work best. Continue Reading
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data protection
Data protection is the process of safeguarding important information from corruption, compromise or loss. Continue Reading
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business continuity plan (BCP)
A business continuity plan (BCP) is a document that consists of the critical information an organization needs to continue operating during an unplanned event. Continue Reading
Evaluate Disaster recovery storage Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Cloud-based backup: Best strategies and practices
Cloud-based backups offer opportunities and present some challenges. Develop the right strategy for your cloud data protection platform and implement best practices. Continue Reading
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Back up VMs with Azure snapshots and managed disks
Follow these steps to take VM snapshots in Microsoft Azure and learn when the technique is -- and isn't -- the right fit for your cloud backup needs. Continue Reading
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Pros and cons of cloud backup
Know which type of cloud backup you want to use and the advantages and disadvantages that come with cloud backups before you trust your data to a third-party provider. Continue Reading
Manage Disaster recovery storage
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Protect backups from ransomware and other security risks
Backups can return your enterprises to a known good state. So it's essential to secure them by aligning your backup and security strategies for better protection and recovery. Continue Reading
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Data protection systems must address GDPR, ransomware concerns
Backup products don't have a granular enough understanding of data to scan or analyze it effectively and fully meet today's privacy and security requirements. Continue Reading
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Ransomware backup protection requires comprehensive approach
A data protection strategy surrounding ransomware and backups is a must-have. Learn how to prepare for this new threat and ways to keep your architecture safe. Continue Reading
Problem Solve Disaster recovery storage Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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Maintain CMDB data integrity for automated disaster recovery
For successful disaster recovery, IT admins must keep CMDB data precise. Learn best practices to promote data accuracy for an automated failover and DR plan. Continue Reading
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SaaS data protection blues cured with cloud-to-cloud backup
Your cloud-based data isn't as safe as you would think. Learn why and find out what you need to know to select the best cloud-based backup service for your SaaS applications. Continue Reading
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How to resolve 5 common VMware SRM error messages
You can use VMware Site Recovery Manager to protect your VMs and the apps that run on them. When SRM errors occur, follow these steps to easily resolve them. Continue Reading