Choosing a Backup media

[sumanlal V K]

Hi
I have 3 servers DL 380 G5 with Smart array P 400 BBWC. I was using an external HDD to backup data daily. Now the need of a perfect backup system is high for me. I checked in the HP site and read about HP StorageWorks MSL2024 Tape Library. But also from some posts i read that Smart arrays does not support Tape drives.
My servers are
1. DC + Antivirus Server+ file server
2. DC + Mail server
3. Application server

The data volume from all the server is less than 10 GB

Can anybody tell me which BAckup device is suit for me

[Srinivas Suddapalli]

Hi,

Its always better to opt for a seperate controller for backup device.

Following are the options available and controllers listed compatible to DL380 G5 for your ref.

Link: http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/quickspecs/12477_na/12477_na.html#Options

Refer to storage controller for external storage and aso refer to disk based/tape based backup devices.

Regards,
Srinivas S