How it Works

Configuration
BRĀV can be configured to backup multiple Windows 2000 and Windows 2003 servers and their volumes or logical drives. There are no file or folder level exclusions because a snapshot of the entire volume is taken at the block level, capturing the actual 1's and 0's on the hard drive. In order to take advantage of the virtualization services, the operating system drive must be selected. Additionally, the data backup can be scheduled to run during selected times and days of the week.

Incremental Forever Methodology
The Incremental Forever Methodology is similar to other incremental backup tactics where each incremental backup records all changes since the last backup. Where the BRĀV’s technology differs is that only one full backup or base image is required. This greatly reduces the time it takes to perform backups as each Incremental Snapshot takes only seconds to complete.

Base Image
The base image is the first backup that occurs on the BRĀV, which is a complete image of the volumes intended for backup. The base image serves as a starting point for all incremental snapshots. The incrementals collapse into the base image when a restoration is performed providing you with a complete image of the server from the selected point in time.  Data stored on the BRĀV is first compressed and then encrypted with 256-bit AES encryption.

Incremental Snapshots
The Incremental Snapshots are the changes on the BRĀV since the last snapshot. For example, the first incremental will be all of the changes since the base image and the second incremental will be all of the changes since the first incremental. There are nearly 100 incrementals in a 24-hour period if the backup frequency is set to every 15 minutes.   

Synthetic Incremental
Synthetic Incrementals (SI) are the result of collapsing multiple ncremental Snapshots into a single file. The Daily Synthetic Incrementals are created at the end of the day or 24 hour period when all of the day’s incrementals are collapsed leaving you with a single recovery point for that day.

The Synthetic Incrementals result in a complete archiving and disaster recovery solution as each Daily SI is collapsed to create a Weekly SI, each Weekly SI is collapsed into a Monthly SI, and finally each Monthly SI is collapsed into a Yearly SI. When recovery from a specific month or a year is needed, the BRĀV can simply join together the necessary incrementals in a chain, along with the base image, to create the desired point in time image. The entire joining process takes only few seconds to complete. 

Recovery Options
Recovering files and folders is a simple process where the entire server is mounted as a volume on the BRĀV. The files can then be copied to the destination server over the network. BRĀV can also be configured so files, folders, and Exchange mailboxes or messages can be restored. 

Virtualization (Physical to Virtual)
BRĀV is capable of virtualizing failed servers while keeping the exact system state previous to the failure. This means there are no configurations necessary as the virtual server retains the same IP address and application state. Once virtualized the server will resume the same backup schedule previous to the failure, giving you the same level of protection as if you were running the physical server.

Bare Metal Restore (Virtual to Physical Recovery)
When it comes time to restore the temporary virtual server back to physical hardware, BRĀV is equipped to perform Bare Metal Restores to dissimilar hardware. Once the server image is loaded on the new server, BRĀV enables the manipulation of the hardware abstraction layer by inserting new drivers for the new hardware.

Monitoring and Management
RCG monitors and manages the BRĀV 24x7 at our Network Operations Center (NOC). If an issue occurs during any backup process or with the hardware, our NOC is immediately notified and will take corrective action. Not only do we monitor the entire solution, but we can also manage it by performing restorations and virtualization of servers as needed. RCG performs daily tests to verify the integrity of base images and incremental snapshots, and can work with your team to make sure any errors are quickly resolved.

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BRĀV Highlights:
> Windows 2000 / 2003 Servers
> Incremental backup, fast
   snapshots
> Complete DR and archive
> Easy to use recovery options
> 256-bit AES encryption
> Virtualize failed servers


Great solution for:
> Financial & Legal Firms
> Healthcare & Medical
   Organizations
> Public Companies / SOX
   Compliance
> Mortgage & Real Estate Firms
> Construction Industry
> eCommerce & Web Companies