TapeManager 8 Announced by Dynamic Solutions International

Dynamic Solutions International (DSI), provider of data storage solutions and professional services for businesses and enterprises, announced the availability of its next-generation software application, TapeManager 8.

This release – the result of extensive research and development – is a more robust software application that simplifies operations and provides enhanced flexibility and data protection.

DSI’s TapeManager 8 software features a future-proof design and can integrate with virtual tape libraries, automated library systems and stand alone tape drives. As a media management system designed to work exclusively with Unisys MCP- and MCPvm-based hosts, DSI’s TapeManager 8 is completely scalable to fit any capacity requirements.

Highlights of TapeManager 8 Include:

• A graphical user interface (GUI) – Provides improved management and greater flexibility.
• Policy management enhancements – Improves control and provides advanced data protection.
• Multi-host enhancements – Includes multi-time zone networking and database features.
• Increased reporting capabilities – Features support for additional reporting items, new formats and enhanced user reporting (ad hoc).

"As the market leader in MCP and MCPvm tape data protection, DSI continues to enhance its product-offerings to provide innovative solutions in this ever-changing data storage landscape," said Chris Johnson, vice president of storage solutions for DSI. "As companies grow and evolve, so should their technology. Our newly improved TapeManager software continues to be the most cost-effective, scalable solution in performance, capacity and technology, ensuring business continuity in MCP operations from production to disaster recovery."

Freeing IT staff from the hassles of managing data centers, DSI’s TapeManager 8 software manages more data with fewer people. Additionally, with advanced protection in virtual tape environments, the software unifies data protection and reduces system downtime. This means faster daily backup and more rapid recovery in possible emergency situations.