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What is EBS? |
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EBS stands for "Enterprise Backup Solution" which is a fully tested and certified data protection solution utilizing HP tape libraries. |
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| Q2. |
What is the EBS matrix? |
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The EBS Matrix is the definitive document outlining the supported components (hardware, software, version information) for backup and restore solutions with HP libraries. |
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| Q3. |
How do I know what versions of Operating systems, backup software, Host Bus Adapters, Switch components, etc. are supported with my HP library? |
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This information is found on the EBS matrix. |
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| Q4. |
Where do I find information for legacy components? |
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The current EBS Matrix contains a link to the last matrix from which a library component was included. These legacy EBS matrices are located on EBS Compatibility Page. |
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| Q5. |
Where do I find information for single device support (i.e. stand alone LTO drives)? |
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Refer to support information found at www.hp.com/go/connect. |
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| Q6. |
Where can I get the firmware and drivers listed on the EBS matrix? |
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The EBS matrix contains detailed information for each component that this supported in an EBS configuration. There are embedded web links in the EBS Matrix to take you to the driver download page. |
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| Q7. |
Where can I get information on support for EBS supported 3rd party hardware (such as switches, hubs, HBA, RAID arrays)? |
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The EBS Design Guide outlines support details for connecting 3rd party storage with HP libraries. The EBS Matrix lists the components that have been tested for connectivity with 3rd party storage. |
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| Q8. |
I have a certain data capacity I need to backup. How do I know which tape library to use? |
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The Tape Sizer Utility will guide you through a step-by-step process to help identify the appropriate solution for your specific needs based on the amount of data, type of data, and data protection policies. |
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| Q9. |
What interfaces does EBS support? |
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The Enterprise Backup Solution supports Direct Attached SCSI, Direct Attached Fibre, and Storage Area Networks. Refer to the EBS matrix and the EBS Design guide for details. |
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| Q10. |
What SAN topologies does EBS support? |
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EBS supports all topologies referenced in the HP SAN Design Guide which include core-edge networks, DWDM links, and longwave connectivity. |
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| Q11. |
Does EBS support advanced features like disk-assisted backup and serverless/server-free backup? |
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Yes. There are individual implementation guides developed to help you deploy these solutions. Refer to the Technical Document section of the EBS web page (www.hp.com/go/ebs) for more information. |
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| Q12. |
Microsoft Exchange and Oracle are not listed on the EBS matrix. Are they supported on EBS? |
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Yes. Consult the individual backup applications for supported applications. There are extended data protection solutions with various applications that are individually documented as well. Refer to the Technical Document section of the EBS web page (www.hp.com/go/ebs) for more information. |
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| Q13. |
My operating system in not listed on the EBS matrix. How do I backup this server? |
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For Operating Systems that are not listed on the EBS matrix, please refer to the individual backup application for support of these platforms as LAN clients. These LAN clients can back up to supported EBS backup servers. |
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| Q14. |
Where can I get more information or consulting about EBS? |
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There are wide variety of Service offerings and solution architects to help design, configure and implement an Enterprise Backup Solution to meet your business needs. Please contact your local HP sales representative for more information. |
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