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Using RDX® Removable Disk Systems in Virtual EnvironmentsEasy to use storage-solutions for backup, archiving, data exchange and off-site storage

The number of virtualization servers in the SMB area is steadily increasing and in some, it has become a standard. Virtualization makes the infrastructure simpler, more efficient, and saves operating costs. However, the role of backup and disaster recovery is becoming increasingly more important as physical servers and storage are consolidated.

Flexible solutions for VMware and Hyper-VThe RDX family of removable disk systems fits perfectly in various virtual environments. RDX provides a high-performance solution for all storage tasks requiring removability and off-site storage or compliance backup and archiving tasks. Smaller SMBs and single-server solutions benefit from the affordable and easy to use RDX QuikStor devices, which are available as internal systems with USB 3.0 or SATA III interfaces as well as an external system with USB 3.0 interface. The RDX QuikStation removable disk appliances are ideal for midrange environments with multiple virtual machines, which need their own devices for individual storage applications. RDX QuikStation simply integrates into existing networks via iSCSI.

RDX® Media - ruggedized, removable, reliable and secureRDX media is drop protected and resists a fall from 1 meter to a concrete floor. This ensures secure transportation with courier services or shipping. RDX is ideal for use in regular office environments. Because of its rugged design, there is no special care necessary. RDX RansomBlock protects data stored on RDX Media from virus or malware while it is online in the Windows VM to which it is connected.

Disaster and ransomware protectionThe removability of RDX media ensures full data protection in case of either disaster or virus and ransomware attacks. Once ransomware has infected a computer, it is able to spread among other systems throughout the network. So, backups to NAS systems or other host computers are threatened as well. Off-site copies build the last line of defence for your information as they cannot be infected.

• Virtualized environments suffer from increased risk of data loss due to increased utilisation of storage devices

• Increased impact of virus and ransomware attacks

• Limited off-site capabilities threatens disaster protection

• Most storage solutions are cost-intensive and complex to manage within a virtual environment

SOLUTION BRIEF

Challenges

• Fits in VMware and Hyper-V environments

• Broad RDX product portfolio ensures seamless integration

• Easy to deploy and ease of use reduces operational costs

• Low cost and budget friendly

• Protection against virus and ransomware attacks

• Media rotation and off-site vaulting meets compliance requirements

• Rugged RDX media design means no special care is required

Solution Benefits

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In cases where it is not possible to remove the RDX media immediately after the backup job, e.g., if multiple backups are performed per day targeting the same media, the RansomBlock software should be utilised. RansomBlock allows write operations to RDX media only for granted applications. In case of a virus or ransomware attack or unauthorised access, RansomBlock will deny this operation and protect the data stored on RDX media from being infected.

Media rotation best practicesMedia rotation is best practice to provide multiple layers of protection. One media would reside in the QuikStor system ready for the backup or other storage tasks, one media is located offsite at an external location and the third one would be on its way either to or from the office. A media rotation scheme with at least three media cartridges allows you to meet most disaster protection and compliance requirements.

RDX QuikStor Hyper-V deploymentHyper-V server connectivity

SATA III internal systems and USB systems can be installed directly into a Hyper-V server to provide a complete solution including backup capabilities with hardware encryption* to a removable storage media. The RDX system is then used as a central backup repository for the backup software running on the Hyper-V host. Depending on the backup software utilized, either individual VMs or all VMs can be backed up to RDX.

Individual VM connectivity with USB device serverAllocating local attached removable storage to Hyper-V virtual machines is practically impossible. Because of this, users refrain from implementing this solution and many customers rely on network attached storage for backup. The validated combination of the RDX QuikStor USB system and the USB device server, provide fast, easy and cost-efficient deployment in your existing ethernet network. The USB device server converts the USB protocol into the ethernet network protocol, so the RDX system can be accessed by individual Hyper-V VMs.

* currently available for RDX QuikStor SATA III internal systems

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RDX QuikStor VMware deploymentVMware allows passing through SATA and USB ports from the ESXi host to a guest machine, which can utilise RDX SATA III or USB 3.0 systems for individual storage applications. If using a controller with multiple ports, VMware is able to share the ports among multiple VMs utilising individual RDX QuikStor systems.For further information and how to deploy the RDX QuikStor SATA III and USB 3.0 systems, refer to the integration brief on the Tandberg Data website.

RDX QuikStation - The perfect fit for midrange environmentsRDX QuikStation provides a fully automated and scalable data protection solution. The RDX QuikStation is offered with 4-bay and 8-bay configurations and easily connects to virtual environments using an iSCSI interface. Multiple operation modes for disk, removable disk, and volume spanning with or without fault tolerance, result in a versatile data protection solution.

VMware and Hyper-V installations benefit from the seamless integration into existing networks. Through iSCSI, one or more RDX systems can be assigned to each VM. For larger backup sets, RDX volumes can be consolidated to a logical volume, which provides up to 40TB of removable storage depending on the QuikStation model, as well as unlimited off-line/site storage capacity.

RDX QuikStation is a flexible removable disk appliance, which is available in 4 and 8-drive configurations

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RDX QuikStor Systems

Product RDX QuikStor External System

RDX QuikStor Internal System

RDX QuikStor Internal System

Form Factor External desktop Internal with 3.5“ bezel Internal with 5.25“ bezel

Connectivity USB 3.0 SATA III and USB 3.0

Performanceup to 260MB/s, depending on

media typeup to 330MB/s, depending on media and interface type

RDX Media Capacity Points 500GB, 1TB, 2TB, 3TB, 4TB, 5TB (HDD); 1TB, 2TB, 4TB (HDD, WORM)

Operational modeRemovable Disk Mode and Fixed Disk Mode for integration with Windows® Backup

(Fixed Disk Mode USB interface only)

Hardware Encryption n/a SATA III interface only*

Physical Specs

Height 41mm (1.63 in.) 41mm (1.63 in.) 52mm (2.04 in.)

Width 102mm (4.00 in.) 146mm (5.78 in.) 110mm (4.32 in.)

Length 159mm (6.28 in.) incl. bezel 170.72mm (6.72 in.) incl. bezel 178mm (7.00 in.) incl. bezel

Weight 408g (0.9 lb.) 635g (1.4 lb.) 615g (1.35 lb.)

Standard Warranty 3-years OverlandCare Bronze Level (3-Years Advanced Replacement Service)

RDX QuikStation Appliances

Product RDX QuikStation 4 RDX QuikStation 8

Form Factor 1U rackmount or desktop 2U rackmount

Connectivity iSCSI

Performance 4 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet speed 2 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet speed

Capacity 20TB using 4 x 5TB media, unlimited offline capacity 40TB using 8 x 5TB media, unlimited offline capacity

RDX Media Capacity Points 500GB, 1TB, 2TB, 3TB, 4TB, 5TB (HDD); 1TB, 2TB, 4TB (HDD, WORM)

Operational mode

4 RDX removable and fixed disk drives 1 Logical volume across all RDX drives*

1 Protected logical volume across all RDX drives*Emulated disk autoloader

8 RDX removable and fixed Disk drives1 Protected logical Volume across all 8 RDX drives*

2 Logical Volumes across 4 RDX drives*2 Protected logical volumes across 4 RDX drives*Emulated disk autoloader, tape automation modes

and hybrid mode

Physical Specs Rackmount Desktop Rackmount

Height 43mm (1.69 in.) 68mm (2.68 in.) 86mm (3.4 in.)

Width 440mm (17.32 in.) 464.5mm (18.94 in.) 440mm (17.32 in.)

Length 478mm (18.82 in.) 481mm (18.94 in.) 521mm (20.5 in.) incl. bezel

Weight 11.3kg (25 lb.) 13.6kg (30 lb.) 14.96kg / (33.3 lb.)

Standard Warranty 3-years OverlandCare Bronze Level (3-Years Advanced Replacement Service)

* Logical Volumes are available in fixed or removable mode. Total capacity is media and operation mode dependent.