LAN-free backup sends data across the FC SAN. Serverless backup sends data directly from the storage (ESS or EMC today) server to the tape drive bypassing the client and only sending meta-data to the TSM server.
To run either of these backup methodologies I would recommend being on the latest and greatest versions of the TSM client and server (5.1.1.x). -- Joshua S. Bassi IBM Certified - AIX 4/5L, SAN, Shark Tivoli Certified Consultant - ADSM/TSM eServer Systems Expert -pSeries HACMP AIX, HACMP, Storage, TSM Consultant Cell (831) 595-3962 [EMAIL PROTECTED] -----Original Message----- From: ADSM: Dist Stor Manager [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of chris rees Sent: Thursday, September 19, 2002 8:38 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: serverfree - lanfree ? Hi All Can someone please explain the difference between serverfree and lanfree backup? My understanding is that LAN free still involves the clients they just send their data over the SAN, and Serverfree uses some method to backup without involving the client. What software/clients/agents do you need to achieve both of these solutions? Working on a big implementation at the moment, including win2000, HSM, 2000 clusters, Exchange clusters new SAN, new storage etc etc etc. I think you going to be hearing a lot from me over the next couple of months, ! !! Chris Have a look at http://www.geocities.com/rees_chris _________________________________________________________________ Send and receive Hotmail on your mobile device: http://mobile.msn.com
