The DSI integration provides a set of scripts and configuration files from which users are able to see how to add their own queries using Data Protector reporting capabilities.
•Monitoring, Reporting and Notification
Superior web reporting and notification capabilities allow you to easily view the backup status, monitor active backup operations, and customize reports. Reports can be generated using the Data Protector GUI, or using the omnirpt command on systems running UNIX or Windows, as well as using
You can schedule reports to be issued at a specific time or to be attached to a predefined set of events, such as the end of a backup session or a mount request.
In addition, the Data Protector auditing functionality enables you to collect a subset of backup session information and provides an overview of backup operations. Backup session information is recorded to the audit log files.
•Integration with Online Database Applications
Data Protector provides online backup of Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, Informix Server, SAP R/3, Lotus Notes/Domino Server, IBM DB2 UDB, Sybase database objects, and VMware Virtual Infrastructure objects. For a list of supported versions for a particular operating system, see the HP Data Protector product announcements, software notes, and references.
•Integration with Other Products
Additionally, Data Protector integrates with EMC Symmetrix, Microsoft Cluster Server, MC/ServiceGuard and other products.
For detailed documentation describing the features of Data Protector, including integrations, as well as the latest platform and integration support information, consult the HP Data Protector home page at http://www.hp.com/support/manuals.
Introducing backups and restores
This section explains basic backup and restore concepts.
What is a backup?
A backup is a process that creates a copy of data on backup media. This copy is stored and kept for future use in case the original is destroyed or corrupted.
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