Symantec Backup Exec 12 for Windows Servers Desktop and Laptop Option

Symantec Backup Exec 12 for Windows Servers Desktop and Laptop Option delivers continuous data protection to desktops and laptops whether in the office or on the road. Not only improving data protection and efficiency, this option enables users to restore their own files and maintains synchronization between multiple desktops and laptops so the most up-to-date file versions are available on all of a user's computers. Because the Desktop and Laptop Option does not require a dedicated stand-alone server as competing products do, it easily integrates into existing IT infrastructure and policies, helping lower the total cost of ownership.

The new push-install functionality from within Backup Exec centralizes deployment. Release 11d adds support for Windows Vista, Windows XP 64-bit OS, as well as delta file transfer, reducing the total amount of data being backed up.

Backup Exec Agents and Option enhance and extend platform and feature support for Backup Exec Environments. Whether you need to protect critical Microsoft applications or non-Microsoft Operating systems, Backup Exec 12 for Windows Servers has an expansive portfolio of high powered Agents and Options to scale and grow a Backup Exec environment. The Backup Exec 12 Media Server and Agent of Windows Systems licenses now include Advanced Open File Option (AOFO) and Intelligent Disaster Recovery Option (IDRO).

With this release, this option is integrated with Backup Exec Retrieve (available with the Backup Exec Continuous Protection Server) for even greater simplified file recovery.

• Protect mission critical data on remote desktops and laptops quickly and efficiently
• Continuously protect data whether in the office or off the corporate network
• 5 Free licenses included with each core license

KEY FEATURES OF BACKUP EXEC v12:

• Complete data protection for Windows-based server environments
• Innovative multi-product integration with market leading technologies
• Patent-pending Granular Recovery Technology (GRT) recovers critical application data in seconds
• True Continuous Data Protection eliminates the backup window by continuously protecting data as it changes

KEY BENEFITS OF BACKUP EXEC v12:

• Optimized Data Protection of Microsoft Windows Server 2008
• New Backup Exec Agent for Enterprise Vault ensures valuable data archives are backed up and easily recoverable
• Symantec Online Storage integration provides a secure, cost efficient, easy to manage off-site storage location
• Symantec Endpoint Protection integration triggers proactive backups of critical databases to further protect data from crippling virus outbreaks

Backup Exec 12 for Windows Servers

SYMANTEC BACKUP EXEC FOR WINDOWS SERVERS: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Operating Systems Supported

• Microsoft Windows 2000 Server (SP4 and Update Rollup 1 for SP4)
• Windows Server 2003 & x64 Editions
• Windows Storage Server 2003 (SP1)
• Windows XP (SP2)
• Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
• Windows Small Business Server 2000 (SP4)
• Windows Small Business Server 2003 (SP1)
• Windows Small Business Server R2

Client Support

• Microsoft Windows Vista
• Microsoft Windows XP
• Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

Internet Browser

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or later
• Service Pack 1 is required for SQL Server 2005 Express

Processor

• Intel Pentium, Xeon, AMD, or compatible

Memory -- Backup Exec Media Server
Note: RAM Requirements may vary depending on the operations performed, the options installed, and the specific computer configuration.

• Required: 256 MB RAM
• Recommended: 512 MB RAM (or more for better performance)

Memory -- Backup Exec CASO Server
Note: RAM requirements may vary depending on the number of media servers being supported.

• Required: 512 MB RAM
• Recommended: 1 GB RAM

Virtual Memory Recommendations

• 20 MB above the Windows recommended size for total paging file size (total for all disk volumes)

Disk Space
Note: Disk space requirements may vary depending on operations performed, the options installed, and the specific system configuration. Backup Exec database and catalogs require additional space.

• 696 MB (Typical Installation)
• 805 MB (includes all options)

Other Hardware

• Network interface card or a virtual network adapter card
• CD-ROM drive
• (Recommended) A mouse
• (Optional for pager notification) Modem supported by Microsoft Windows
• (Optional for printer notification) Printer supported by Microsoft Windows

Storage Hardware
Backup Exec requires at least one storage media drive and/or single-drive robotic library and the appropriate controller card. Removable storage devices and non-removable hard drives can also be targeted for backups.
Note: Support for a single robotic library drive is available when you purchase Backup Exec. To enable support for additional robotic library drives, you must purchase Backup Exec Library Expansion Option.

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