The INFINISTORE VirtualDisk (IVD) has been specially developed to backup and archive data-intensive applications such as DMS, SAP R/3, CAD/CAM, audio and video applications. As a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device it is generated for the user as a logical hard disk drive and permits the integration of all applications which can write to a hard disk. The IVD software features HSM functionality for automated file migration from the hard disk to the internal tapes in accordance with pre-defined criteria. Thus files not frequently accessed or not requiring fast response time can be stored on less expensive tapes (e.g. email files). When necessary the user can access these virtual disk files.
The INFINISTORE VirtualDisk combines a media changer in a compact housing with up to 16 Sony AIT drives, up to 340 media cartridges, scalable RAID-5 arrays, a Windows NT system and the IVD Storage Management Software.
INFINISTORE TapeLibrary
The INFINISTORE VirtualDisk is also available without RAID-5 hard disks as the INFINISTORE TapeLibrary. In order to protect investments the library can easily be upgraded to the high-end INFINISTORE VirtualDisk storage system.
Key Benefits
- Excellent Price/Performance
- With the utilisation of tape media in the disk storage segment INFINISTORE VirtualDisk is an extremely economic solution. Reliable components and modular design ensure high availability while minimizing the costs of acquisition and maintenance. Furthermore, the system's architecture protects the investment because it will continue to serve as an optimal basis for expansion in the future. The small footprint (0.6 mē) and light weight (160 kg) enables the INFINISTORE VirtualDisk to fit easily into office environments.
- Easy to Operate
- Independent of the operating system, the INFINISTORE VirtualDisk presents itself in the LAN as a large logical disk. With standard applications and commands, the user can quickly and reliably access data on the virtual hard disk without having to install special drivers. Moreover, the entire system can be logically partitioned and separately configured according to the requirements of each application, e.g. for document and mail archives.
- Multilevel Data-Security Concept
- Offers multiphase data-security: Hot Spare and Hot Swap RAID-5, Automatic Disaster Recovery and redundant data storage through replication ensure the highest degree of data protection and integrity in heterogeneous networks.
- Easy to Maintain-Can be remotely maintained via an integrated IVD diagnostic tool. The hardware is modular so that, if necessary, individual components can be speedily replaced. The Controller technology integrated within the individual components (axes or gripper) makes elaborate calibration and adjustment tasks unnecessary.Data Storage via the Internet-The INFINISTORE VirtualDisk can also be expanded to become an Internet Storage Server (ISS). External subsidiaries or mobile field personnel can store their data via Internet on the INFINISTORE VirtualDisk. The COMPAREX solution for Web-Attached Storage in conjunction with INFINISTORE VirtualDisk represents an optimal combination for enterprise-wide data storage via the Internet.
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