The HP StorageWorks D2D2500 Backup System is an entry-point to automated, consolidated disk-based data protection for up to six servers in a 1U rack-mountable device. Designed to deliver reliable data protection with minimal IT intervention, the D2D2500 Backup System is an ideal solution for remote or branch offices and smaller IT environments.Integrating seamlessly into your existing environment, the D2D2500 Backup System works with your backup software application to automate the daily backup of up to six servers onto a single network-connected solution. By consolidating backups onto a single device, you are no longer required to manage multiple devices (such as tape drives) on a daily basis and can reduce the errors caused by such tasks as media handling. The simultaneous backup of up to six servers at speeds of up to 180 GB per hour reduces the time required to complete daily backups, dramatically reducing your overall backup window. An intuitive web-based browser interface makes it easy to manage the D2D2500 Backup System from both local and remote locations.The HP StorageWorks D2D2500 Backup System also features Dynamic deduplication which removes redundant data as backups occur to reduce the amount of backup capacity required on disk, resulting in up to 50x more backup data retained in the same raw 3 TB disk. This cost-effective approach allows you to store more data on disk for longer, providing access to an increased number of available 'recovery points' and faster restore of lost or corrupted files.Easily integrating into your existing Windows or Linux environment, the D2D2500 Backup System works with your current hardware and software to leverage your existing investment in data protection. While the D2D2500 is ideal for daily backup jobs, regular offload to tape is still recommended as part of a disk-to-disk-to-tape (D2D2T) solution combining the data availability of disk with cost-effective long-term archival and offsite disaster recovery using tape. An easy-to-use tape offload feature allows you to copy or export cartridges from the D2D system to an external tape drive without affecting the performance of the network.At less than the price of comparable solutions, the D2D2500 provides remote or branch offices and smaller IT environments with a better way to protect their data.