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.
Enterprise
Storage 
