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Today's small businesses often use simple storage architectures with their data systems.
It is called Direct-Attached Storage (DAS) and is based on a having the storage contained inside the server or by having a tape drive plugged to the server. Other systems such as SAN or NAS are commonly only used in larger businesses.
For SAN the cost in both in hardware cost and labor with a full IT staff can be huge.
However cheaper IP SAN is a technology which uses the Internet Protocol (IP) is gaining momentum as a storage solution. This technology have lower cost than traditional SAN, is easier to use and offer sufficient performance for many business applications.
Last year NetApp was the leading supplier of IP SAN followed by EMC.
Microsoft now plans to enter his market and will soon offer a Windows 2003 Server based on simple SAN.

Source: http://smallbusinesscomputing.com/testdrive/article.php/3574106

januari 2, 2006 22:44 - ASUS 1608P2S with external USB 2.0 and IEEE 1234 interface.

The ASUS External X Multi DVD-Rewriter offers Fast Data Transfer and Easy Connection with Firewire IEEE 1234 and USB 2.0 connectors. Taiwan, Taipei, 29th of dec. 2005 - ASUSTeK Computer Inc., a provider of high-performance optical drives, today launched the DRW-1608P2S-D, an external X Multi DVD rewriter. The DVD burner supports USB 2.0 and IEEE 1394, which offer easy connections and high-speed data transfers. It provides flexible data storage capable of using 16X DVD-R and 16X DVD+R as well as 8X DVD+R (double Layer). It is capable of writing and reading data on both DVD-R/RW and DVD+R/RW formats

The X Multi DRW-1608P2S-D uses innovative new technologies which provide superior data storage.
By supporting USB 2.0, the DRW-1608P2S-D is perfected suited as a notebook's as a DVD reader and writer as well as for data backup.

Source http://www.asus.com//news_show.aspx?id=2050

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januari 4, 2006 23:19 - Seagate Introduces The First-Ever Portable 160GB Hard Drive To Use Perpendicular Recording

Seagate Technology introduced a new 160 GB portable hard drive at the 2006 Consumer Electronics Show. It is the first 160 GB removable hard drive that uses perpendicular recordings an innovative new technology by Seagate which offer high capacity 2.5-inch form factor. The portable external 160 GB hard drive is build with internal shock proof aluminum enclosure design. Connected through computer based USB Port the port also power the hard drive eliminating the need for an external power cord. The Seagate drive which is compatible to both PC and MAC will start to be sold at a retail price for $379 on February 2006.

Source: http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=7490

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januari 6, 2006 17:06 - New high capacity data storage 3-D nanotechnology to transform data needs in the future

Will high capacity data storage based on holographic nanotechnology replace current magnetic data storage? President of Colossal Storage Corporation Michael E. Thomas think so! With over 30 year in the data storage business his company is researching into a new storage technology based on nanotechnology which uses ferroelectric molecular optical storage to read and write data in 3D.
Present day magnetic data storage is currently nearing its reach of its limit capacity. With this method the data are stored in a 3-dimensional molecular level by based on atomic switch state changes. The storage capacity will be increased 1000 fold based in the technology compared to the current magnetic storage disk drives.
Although the are many technical questions before any commercial product reach the market based on this photon/laser induced electric field poling nanotechnology concept, it have the potential to transform the way data storage is made in the future.


Source: 3-D nanotechnology data storage

januari 9, 2006 01:11 - The New One Touch III family hard disk backup solution is introduced by Maxtor.

Maxtor is announcing OneTouch III external backup storage solution. It offers storage capabilities from 100 GB and up to 1 TeraByte. It comes with new software tools are integrated into the Maxtor OneTouch products. It offer automated backup and restore capabilities for PC and Mac.
The Maxtor OneTouch III with USB 2.0/Firewire 800/Firewire 400 was selected as a 2006 CES Innovation Design in the Category for Computer Accessories. There are other OneTouch III models that include Firewire 400 /USB 2.0 and also one version for more the mainstream PC which has a single USB interface.
The Maxtor OneTouch III external storage and backup solutions will hit the market and be online in January and be available from major distributors.

Source: http://www.ameinfo.com/75338.html

januari 11, 2006 01:01 - The new year sees prices for RAID tumbling

One leading supplier of RAID disk drive announced hitting 1£ per GB barrier.
LapiStor Ltd. A European producer of disk storage products which specializes in high performance RAID drives has reduced the price across its product line. By pricing RAID drives to 1000£ for 1 TB, 2000£ for 2TB, 3000£ 3TB and 4TB for 4000£ the overall price for 1GB becomes 1£.
RAID redundant disk array is primary a technology with multiple disk arrays for high capacity server application with low down time.
If one disk fails the data is still available on other disks in the array as the data is duplicated on the other the disks. The application in customized for SAN and NAS networks.

Source: http://www.clickpress.com/releases/Detailed/7662005cp.shtml

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januari 12, 2006 22:36 - ADIC upgrades tape library

ADIC a producer of storage equipment upgrades its Scalar i2000 intelligent tape library. This upgrade will improve data backup performance, manageability and reliability in the business environment.
The new version includes hardware upgrade as well as new integral iLayer management software.
The Scalar i2000 is first backup tape library which integrate storage, download and that can analyze alert event patterns that is associated with a specific data species of media.
The new media analysis tool gives users of enterprises access to drive history and let them analyze dependencies and trends of the backup operations. This enables the administrator to take proactive steps for their backup protection.

Source: http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=28913

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januari 14, 2006 21:24 - DVD backup or copy with only 3 clicks !

123 Copy DVD is easy to use DVD backup software with powerful features. Its simple interface let you copy DVD using only 3 click, hence its name.
You can use the program for 3 different purposes.
A: Copy DVD's to new blank media disk
With this option you are able to copy a video DVD direct on to another blank disc media. Using just one click the software will copy and burn the content to a new blank disc.
B: Copy files from a DVD on to your hard disk
This option let you store video data from a video DVD on to your hard drive.
C: Burn files from DVD's from hard disk to your DVD
Here you are able to create video DVD's from DVD files that has been stored on the hard drive with 123 Copy DVD.

Source: http://openpr.com/news/3006.html

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januari 17, 2006 21:25 - Archiving Storage and backup Technology is set to increase!

The secondary market for disk storage disk arrays backup and archiving will be strong n 2006.
The result is based on market research by Macarthur Stroud International targeting the demand for secondary storage in the medium and large corporations and organizations across Europe.
The research indicates a rapid increase for SATA-based disk array as their secondary based data storage. This technology will compete against tape libraries in the backup storage market.
The study reveals that disk based array will grow by 50% in 2006 and with 45% on a yearly average up to the year 2008. This increase in the coming year will come when many business organizations will review their backup and recovery routines.
Archiving has also becoming a priority for many organizations as the demand and requirement for historic data record storing increases for legal and security reasons.

Source: http://channelminds.com/article.php3?id_article=2573

januari 19, 2006 18:51 - NovaStor Corporation is releasing a new version of its NovaNet network backup product.

NovaStor latest version of its backup products for network NovaNet10 for small and medium size businesses now is added with enterprise features for the SMB market. The NovaNet backup solution works on Windows, Novell and Linux severs.
NovaNet with its uniquely modular approach is built with optimal scalability in mind. This makes it possible upgrade and move from a single desktop server up to an enterprise network solution using just one simple license key.
The NovaNet 10 performance is enhanced by 40% from previous version. The GUI uses a simplified wizard interface and is consistent across all platforms. With a simple disaster recovery it makes data recovery quick and easy in case the server is infected with viruses or experience data loss at half the time of competing products.
NovaStor is a leader in the global market for backup and disaster recovery products.

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januari 20, 2006 20:46 - Security holes set backup software at risk for hacker attacks!

Two producers of backup software recently released warning about security threats of some of their backup products.
NetWorker is a backup product by EMC. Vulnerability in NetWorker could lead to a system crash and a subsequent denial of service attack. Another could assist a hacker to access the computer running their backup or recovery software. A fix have been released, but to date no attacks that have exploited the flaws have been reported.
Veritas NetBackup is another backup product which is exposed to attacks. Earlier in the week the software code which takes advantage of the flaw was posted on the Internet. A shared component buffer overflow in the software could let hackers to crash or take control of the system. Patches for this flaw have been released.
According to the SAN Institute data backup tools is becoming easy target for hackers.

Source: http://news.zdnet.com/2100-1009_22-6028515.html

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januari 22, 2006 23:44 - IBM enhances data protection for Lotus and Outlook

IBM is announcing an upgrade for its Continuous Data Protection for Files product which protects data on Microsoft Outlook and Notes from Lotus.
This new software act as a safety net giving fast backup on data stored on desktop computers and servers.
It has improved replication and speed control of the backup.
It also recognizes automatic the portion of users email files which have been changes and move only those pieces that need to be archived. This reduces the need for storage and for bandwidth.
The user can pause and recontinue replications with a pause icon or can change the speed and limit the used resources such as bandwidth with a click of the mouse.
IBM Tivoli Continuous Data Protection for Files 2.1.1 can be purchased directly from IBM for use in desktops, laptops and on servers.

Resource from Yahoo news

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januari 25, 2006 01:41 - Broadband Wireless Backup offered by New Verizon Unit

A new Verizon business unit is formed which provide IT solutions and communication in 75 countries.
This will include Verizon Wireless as backup for data networks. The subscribers to Verizon just have to plug in Wireless/Access/National Access PC card inside their laptops to connect.
With Verizon Business Enterprise Mobility platform the customer receive end-to-end security protection for business data.
The majority of the employees in the new unit as well as the product lines come from MCI which was acquired for $8.5 billion by Verizon.
This new service by Verizon Wireless will be offered based on its high speed EV-DO technology which is accessible in most US urban areas.
This enables corporate user to access their office network completely wireless without using a modem or Internet hotspot. This increases security not available from other systems.

Source on Verizon Wireless Backup

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januari 26, 2006 20:33 - The New Systemax PC are delivered bundled with Spare Remote Backup Service

Newport International Group recently announced that they will include the Spare Remote Backup Service in the Systemax PC's.
Spare Backup Inc. is a remote backup storage supplier that has world class datacenter facilities in both Dallas and Chicago.
The customer have free 60 day access trial period to the service. The computers are equipped with a backup icon embedded on desktop of the Systemax PC's which are sold via Systemax's various distribution channels. Both Spare Backup and Systemax will share the revue for the subscription between them.
The Spare Backup system is fully automated and scans the user's hard disk including the desktop and e-mail files and then transfer the data encrypted to the datacenters. The files are stored encrypted at the data centers.
To minimize the transferred data only new and modified files are being transferred during each backup.

Source: Embedded data backup on Systemax PC's

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januari 29, 2006 00:51 - TS-101 An Advanced Storage Server From QNAP

With a fan less design the server is a high speed cross platform NAS for disk backup, disaster recovery, remote replication and sharing of data. It can serve as a P2P download station.
It uses the latest high speed sata disk which supports up to 500 GB for central storage that can store large amount of digital data such as pictures, videos, music and data files.

By using eSATA and USB dual interface the storage can be expanded above the TeraByte size. eSATA is an advanced transfer standard released by the storage industry for efficient transfer with transfer speed 6 times that of the USB standard. The server also uses high speed gigabyte network technology.
It includes 3 different data protection mechanisms:

First you can use the client side backup software NetBak Replicator to backup from PC and notebooks to backup to TS-101 automatic.

Secondly it has an embedded block level backup mechanism to configure and schedule backup of TS-101 to another NAS.

Thirdly TS-101 offers Q-RAID mirroring (RAID 1) disk management functionality for backup of data via external USB's or eSATA disks.

Source: TS-101 Storage server

januari 31, 2006 19:36 - The Network Attached Storage 400r Series from Iomega increases expansion chassis to 1TB

Iomega Corporation a leader in data storage solutions just announced the Storcenter Pro NAS 400e Expansion Chassis for the Storcenter Pro NAS 400r Server.
It's a solution that target Small and medium businesses.
It allowing users to use up to three 400e Expansion Chassis Unit on to a 400r series server. It adds a 1 Terabyte storage space to host NAS device, doubling, tripling or quadrupling the capacity, which mean that the user can add up to 3TB in data storage capacity.
This gives flexible scalability to the user with low initial cost and high performance with Windows Storage Server 2003.
IT managers can set up point-in-time snapshot copies of files which users can recover without costly IT administrators or recovery tapes.

Iomega Pro NAS 400r

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