SnapSAN VSS User Guide
10400401-001 08/2012
©2012 Overland Storage, Inc.
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Software Configuration
The example shows a software configuration. Select the software to use from the business
equipment and operations mode. The software configuration varies according to the
requestor selected.
Figure 3-2: Software Configuration Example
Hardware Required
To install and use VSS Provider, the following hardware is needed:
Disk Array
– This is a disk array in which the snapshot function (Snapshots) or data
replication function (Volume Cloning or Replication and Mirroring) is loaded.
Application Server
– This performs snapshot or data replication operations.
Backup Server
– This is arranged to perform backup of data from a replication to tape or
other media.
Magnetic Tape Unit
– This is used if tape backup is needed. Use a tape unit that is
supported by the backup software.
Management Server
– This performs a disk array management. It can also serve as the
backup server or application server.
Servers/Software
Install the software into the following servers:
