Unisys Offers EMC Virtual Tape Solution

Unisys
Corporation is making EMC Data
Domain deduplication storage systems available on its ClearPath Libra
systems – including the new,
top-of-the-line ClearPath Libra 8290.

Unisys announced availability of the Data Domain solution for ClearPath Libra
systems at the Universe client-centered event in Chicago.

Data Domain enables ClearPath Libra clients to create VTLs on a performance
protection storage system that leverages data deduplication technology. The
solution combines the lower cost typically associated with tape storage with
the speed of backup and retrieval associated with disk.

Data Domain enables deduplication of data before it is stored to disk. As a result,
storage capacity requirements can be reduced, creating storage cost savings.

The Data Domain solution for ClearPath Libra systems also enables organisations
to use IT resources more efficiently and lower their IT operational costs.
Moving only deduplicated data over the network can lead to
bandwidth efficiencies, automated processes, reduced tape handling and free IT
staff to focus on more strategic projects.

"The volume of information our
clients use for their mission-critical computing tasks is growing
exponentially, and they are challenged to store it securely and economically
and retrieve it at a moment’s notice," said Rod Sapp, VP, technology solutions,
Unisys. "Drawing on our longstanding
relationship with EMC, we are providing a cost-efficient, market-leading VTL
solution that delivers those benefits to ClearPath Libra clients worldwide."

Data Domain systems can also enable enterprises to reduce IT support costs.
Because the storage system is disk-based, organisations can avoid the higher maintenance associated with tape systems.

"We anticipate that our
collaboration with Unisys to bring EMC Data Domain deduplication storage
systems into the ClearPath Libra line will deliver exceptional data protection
capabilities to Unisys customers," said Peter Smails, senior director,
product marketing, EMC backup recovery systems division. "Data Domain and ClearPath Libra systems
share common traits of outstanding performance and scalability, along with the
capability to address high-volume workloads. Combined, it’s a powerful solution
that boosts the value proposition for enterprises using ClearPath Libra systems
of all sizes."

Data Domain solution for ClearPath
Libra systems
comprises following components:

• EMC Data Domain VTL for the ClearPath Libra MCP operating environment;
• Dynamic Solutions International (DSI) software: Library Controller, Library
  Manager for MCP, and Tape Manager to interface with MCP; and
• Brocade SAN (SAN) switches.

Unisys offers six models of the solution to meet the needs of organisations
from small to large.

The Data Domain solution for ClearPath Libra systems is scheduled for
availability to clients since September 16.