SnapBack Live! takes a completely different approach to the backup process. Rather than going through the server file system to access server data, a full binary data image is copied directly from disk to tape.

Absolute Backup

The SnapBack backup image contains everything on the server drives - the entire operating system, special server files, patches, updates - EVERYTHING. Problems with missing open files, separate restoration of security and the operating system, and re-installation of the backup software are solved completely.

During backup, SnapBack monitors all server disk activity. Open file and system writes are recorded in a dynamic caching system until they are committed to tape. This eliminates any problems with open files or the need for costly application-oriented add-on programs.

IF YOUR COMPUTER SYSTEM’S PRESENT BACKUP SYSTEM SAYS AT THE END OF A BACKUP

“Backup Successful with Files Skipped” – What happened to the skipped files?  Quite simply

YOU DID NOT GET A BACKUP!

Peak Performance

Bypassing the server file system gives SnapBack an unparalleled advantage in backup performance. While file-based systems must traverse directories, check permissions and open, read, and close all files, SnapBack reads and writes directly to hardware. SnapBack monitors user access and momentarily suspends backup operations when users require server resources. The result is the fastest possible backup - without any perceptible decrease in server response to users.

Total Recall

SnapBack restore runs from any DOS bootable floppy. The recovery process is simple and direct. Boot to up the failed computer from a floppy, put the tape in the drive, then restore the drives. Reboot the system. Everything is restored to the exact state it was in when the backup was created. No formatting, partitioning, or system installation is required.

Native Access

Since the SnapBack tape contains an absolute image of the source drives, it is possible to mount a tape as if it were a read-only drive, thus, to an application program, a mounted tape appears to be the original media - no muss, no fuss, no missing files or lost links

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