Chapter 4
Performance and Sizing
Lights Out Tests ......................................................................................................... 30
Calculating Tape Retention................................................................................. 30
Calculating Backup Windows............................................................................. 31
More Information ................................................................................................ 31
Sizing.......................................................................................................................... 32
Calculations ................................................................................................................ 32
Sizing the Enterprise Backup Solution ...................................................................... 33
Speed Tests.......................................................................................................... 33
Compression Tests .............................................................................................. 33
Compaq StorageWorks Backup Sizing Tool ............................................................. 35
Parameter Screen................................................................................................. 35
Server Information .............................................................................................. 36
Determining the Configured Primary Storage System ....................................... 36
Compressibility ................................................................................................... 37
Selecting Software Options................................................................................. 38
Specifying Tape Rotation and Partial Backups .................................................. 39
Schedule Information Screen .............................................................................. 40
Solution Information ........................................................................................... 43
Configuration Information .................................................................................. 44
Graphical and Text Schedule Information .......................................................... 45
Summary Information ......................................................................................... 47
Software Product Information............................................................................. 48
Hardware Product Information ........................................................................... 49
Information and Tools......................................................................................... 50
Chapter 5
Management
Introduction ................................................................................................................ 51
Compaq Insight Manager ........................................................................................... 53
Overview ............................................................................................................. 53
Key Features........................................................................................................ 55
Benefits at a Glance ............................................................................................ 55
Compaq Advantage............................................................................................. 56