Symantec Backup Exec 12 for Small Business Server Premium

Symantec Backup Exec 12 for Windows Small Business Server is the perfect data protection solution for Microsoft Windows Small Business Server Standard and Premium Editions, providing backup, granular restore, open file protection, disaster recovery, single-drive library support, flexible AES 256 bit encryption, and protection for Microsoft Exchange, SQL Server. Backup Exec 12 provides the gold standard in data protection for Windows Small Business Server.

KEY FEATURES:

• Complete protection of Microsoft Exchange Server and SQL Server (Premium Edition only)
• Backup and unmatched granular restore capabilities to disk (local, remote and NAS) and tape devices
• Continuous disk-based data protection eliminates the backup window and improves reliability and performance by continuously backing up data changes.
• Backup protection for open files for the SBS Media Server, desktops, laptops and SQL server and enhanced data security through flexible encryption

KEY BENEFITS:

• Integration with Symantec Online Storage provides simple, secure off-site data protection to Symantec Protection Network
• Fast backup and restore with disk and tape-based data protection, including automated disaster recovery for tape environments
• Recover individual email messages or mailboxes in seconds -- without Exchange mailbox backups.
• Symantec Endpoint Protection integration proactively initiates backup jobs based on pre-set Symantec ThreatCon levels to ensure critical data is protected against security risks.
• Now supports all Backup Exec Agents and Options for added scalability and backup protection for mixed server environments including UNIX, Linux, Mac, and Netware.

NEW FEATURES:
Backup Exec 12 for Windows Small Business Server is the perfect data protection solution for Microsoft Windows Small Business Server Standard and Premium Editions, providing the gold standard in Windows data protection.

• New Agent and Options Available for Backup Exec for Windows Small Business Server - Backup Exec 12 provides the complete portfolio of Backup Exec Agents and Options, extending the scalablity and data protection support to additional Microsoft applications and non-Microsoft environments, including Linux, UNIX, Mac and NetWare. All Agents and Options can be easily selected and evaluated for free for 60 days through the Backup Exec 12 for Winows Small Business Server console.
  • Supports all Backup Exec Agents and Options (except CASO and SSO)
  • Integrated Agent and Option evaluation features
• Symantec Online Storage integration provides a secure, cost efficient, easy to manage off-site storage location - Backup Exec 12 provides a simple offsite storage option to Symantec Protection Network (SPN) data centers offering customers the flexibility and additional protection of backing up their data via Disk to SPN. The Online Storage integration is a cost efficient, easy to manage disaster recovery configuration with data encryption at the Backup Exec Media Server prior to transport to SPN destinations to ensure complete security and compliance.
  • Eliminate the headache of maintaining and configuring new offsite storage hardware.
  • Easily managed through the Backup Exec console
  • Flexible, subscription based, off-site data protection enhancing users storage options
• Symantec Endpoint Protection integration proactively backs up critical databases to further protect businesses data from crippling virus outbreaks - Customers running Endpoint Protection can view their Endpoint Protection security console through the Backup Exec 12 console and set automated proactive backups based on a specific Symantec ThreatCon level to further protect data from security threats.
  • Set automated ThreatCon triggered backup jobs through the Backup Exec console
  • Ensure that a backup of "uninfected" business data can be recovered in the event of a virus or malware attack.
  • View up-to-the minute Symantec Endpoint Protection security alerts through the Backup Exec console
• Cost-Effective and Comprehensive Data Protection and Recovery Solution - Backup Exec 12 for Windows Small Business Server Premium and Standard Editions provide granular and fast data protection and recovery for Windows Small Business Server 2000 and 2003 in one comprehensive solution. Core functionality includes database agent technology for protecting Exchange Server and SQL Server as well as Open File Protection (OFP) and Intelligent Disaster Recovery (IDR) for Small Business Server.
• Recover Critical Exchange Data in Seconds - Faster, more flexible backup and recovery of Exchange servers through patent-pending Granular Recovery Technology. Exchange can be backed up while online, and individual messages or mailboxes can be recovered in seconds -- without Exchange mailbox backups. Single Instance Storage of attachments means reduced backup and recovery time, and less storage used.
• Protection for Open Files - Protects open files on the Small Business Server through the Advanced Open File Option to help ensure 100% data recovery. There is no need to know which files are open ahead of time; just set a scheduled backup to use this option with a simple mouse-click. Now comes standard with Agent for Windows Server.
• Protection for Desktops and Laptops - Enables continuous disk-based data protection and synchronization for users that are in the office or on the road. Designed to automatically copy user data to existing network shares or storage, this protection allows quick recovery of data by the administrator or user for optimum efficiency. End users can now recover their own files, without IT assistance. The new push-install functionality from within Backup Exec streamlines deployment, and user-specific backup reports improve data and service-level visibility.
• Enhanced Data Security with Encryption - Backup Exec for Windows Small Business Server provides AES 128-bit and 256-bit encryption when data is backed up to tape on the Small Business Server or if a remote server is being protected. Administrators can specify which data backup jobs are to be encrypted, allowing administrators to encrypt only sensitive data or data copies intended for offsite storage.
• Rapid and Simple Tape-based Disaster Recovery of Entire System - Provides basic system backup and recovery at no extra cost, through the Intelligent Disaster Recovery Option, eliminating the need to reload the entire operating system of crashed servers. Includes the ability to create system-specific recovery media for protected systems even after a system crashes. Now comes standard with Agent for Windows Server

Backup Exec 12 for Windows Small Business Server

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SYMANTEC BACKUP EXEC FOR WINDOWS SMALL BUSINESS SERVER: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Operating Systems

• Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 R2 Standard / Premium
• Microsoft Small Business Server 2003 Standard / Premium
• Microsoft Small Business Server 2000

Internet Browser

• Internet Explorer 6.0 or later.

Processor

• Intel Pentium, Xeon, AMD, or compatible 32-bit and 64-bit processors supported

Installation 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 will require additional space.

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

Memory -- Backup Exec Media Server

• Required: 256 MB RAM
• Recommended: 512 MB RAM

Virtual Memory Recommendations

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

Other Hardware

• Network interface card or a virtual network adapter device
• CD-ROM drive
• (Recommended) A mouse
• (Optional for printer notification) Printer supported by Microsoft Windows
• (Optional for pager notification) Modem 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 the Backup Exec Library Expansion Option.

Symantec Backup Exec for Windows Small Business Server: System Requirements

Product information, specifications, and compatibility are for advisory purposes only, and is the buyers full responsibility to verify with the manufacturer prior to ordering.