HP RDX Video - Could HP RDX Disk based backup be right for your business

RDX vs External Hard Drives - Key Benefits

Feature

RDX

EHD

Benefit

Data deduplication Technology

Yes

No

Reduces cartridge usage by up to 20:1 over existing standard removable/flash disk backup options

     

Drastically reduces backup window –only stores changed information

     

Greater overall ROI - Cartridges can be used for months without filling up, thanks to data de-duplication technology.


Ruggedized Solution

Yes

No

Ruggedized cartridges help ensure data security for both onsite and offsite storage

     

Rugged cartridge protects data from drops, ESD and harsh environmental conditions for secure backups


Designed for Off-site Usage
(best practices)

Yes

No

Cartridges and dock interface designed to accommodate high number of loads and unloads


Forward and Backward Compatibility

Yes

No

Users who invest in an RDX solution will have the ability to read and write future and previous generations of RDX cartridges



Why RDX versus External Hard Drives:

Rugged cartridge protects data from drops, ESD and harsh environmental conditions for secure archiving/transportation/archiving
Choice of 160 GB to 1TB capacity removable disk cartridges (interchangeable in any RDX or RD1000 docking station)
Portable, durable, and shock proof cartridges enable easy off site archiving and disaster recovery
Compatibility with leading backup software applications
Disk cartridges designed for long usage life – over 5,000 load/unload insertions, compatible with future generation cartridges; Up to 30 years shelf life for archiving
Choice of half-height external or internal models to fit both servers and workstations complete data protection
Plug and play USB dock allows flexible media rotation and easy future scalability