The Data Domain serves as our primary backup device used with Veeam. It is used for all service backups and restores.
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The Data Domain serves as our primary backup device used with Veeam. It is used for all service backups and restores.
This allows our organization to send more data to this device compared to others. It also allows us a fast recovery of files or Virtual Machines if needed being on-premise.
I would rate it at 5/5 as the deduplication and compression of the device for backups are outstanding. We have about 55TB of total space in the Data Domain which we send Veeam backups to, and we have sent over 200TB to the array.
The Deduplication and Compression are the most valuable as they allow us to back up a lot more data to the device knowing it will compress it well.
The processing capabilities I believe could be improved, however, we have an older unit DD670 and newer units may have already improved upon this.
I have been using the solution for more than five years.
We had no issues with stability.
No issues were encountered as we added a second shelf of disks without bringing the head unit down.
Customer Service:
Customer service for this unit is top notch and they are fast to get back to you with a Support issue.
Technical Support:
Technical Support is also top notch and are quick to respond to queries or tickets.
Positive
I was not involved in the initial setup of the array.
It was implemented through a vendor as well as in-house personnel.
It has been very good especially with the expansion shelf added.
Review the newer versions of the device and evaluate them if possible. You will get great benefits for backups.
Many clients opt for HPE StoreOnce for local backups in a hybrid cloud setup. Larger customers often handle installations internally, utilizing StoreOnce for local backup and a solution like Veeam or Acronis for their private cloud. Most of them prefer the BIM license for this purpose.
In my view, using tapes alongside HPE StoreOnce can provide better data protection. While StoreOnce allows for quick data recovery, having tapes as a backup ensures safety in case of StoreOnce issues. I always recommend having both for essential data to minimize downtime.
I think StoreOnce's deduplication technology is crucial for cost efficiency and faster recovery, especially for backup and data protection purposes. Based on my understanding, its impact on data recovery would vary depending on factors like the size of the backup and the scenario in which it's used. For smaller backups or non-production scenarios, the impact may not be significant, but for larger backups or critical production data, there could be a more substantial impact.
In terms of areas for improvement, I believe HPE StoreOnce could learn from competitors like Dell's Data Domain and ExtraHop in refining its architecture. As for rating the initial setup experience on a scale of one to ten, I would rate it as an eight in terms of ease.
I have experience with HPE StoreOnce.
I would rate the stability of HPE StoreOnce as a 7 out of 10.
In terms of scalability, it's satisfactory as we can expand the StoreOnce solution as needed. Our clients range from medium to large enterprises.
I would rate the initial setup of HPE StoreOnce as a 5 because it's not very difficult but also not extremely straightforward. The deployment typically takes from hours to a couple of days, depending on the customer's requirements and configurations.
I would rate it around 2 or 3 because, compared to others, it tends to be higher priced.
I would recommend it as we are an HPE partner and trust their infrastructure and services. However, I always provide honest feedback and mention areas for improvement when asked. I would rate it around a 7.
