Redmond, Washington -- ADIC - Advanced Digital Information Corporation - intends to ship its 4mm DAT Autochanger for Novell networks on March 1, 1992. A tape storage subsystem that holds up to 96 gigabytes of data based on the Hewlett-Packard 4mm DCLZ data compression drive, the Autochanger operates in either random access or sequential stacker mode, utilizing a standard SCSI interface. Combined with Cheyenne Software's ARCserve 4.0 Autochanger Software Module, the Autochanger provides fully automated, high-capacity NetWare data storage and management. Because of the product's flexibility and massive storage capability, the Autochanger can also be used in mini computer and mainframe applications. In fact, the Autochanger has already been certified for private label use by one of the largest mini computer manufacturers in the country. The Autochanger's proven design is the result of three years of development and extensive environmental testing to assure data integrity and long-term reliability. The DAT Autochanger automatically changes cartridges as they become full and retrieves data on a file-by-file basis. The detachable tape magazine has a snap-on dust-proof cover for convenient transport and storage and complete media protection. List price for the DAT Autochanger is $12,900. Cheyenne Software's ARCserve 4.0 is available for $1195 for a 20-user solution. The Autochanger is available immediately through ADIC (800-336-1233) and through distribution. Call ADIC for a list of authorized distributors. -------------------------------------------------------- February 10, 1992 -- Redmond, Washington--Emulex Corporation has begun shipment of Advanced Digital Information Corporation's 4mm DAT Autochanger under its own private label. The DAT Autochanger, a random access storage subsystem, is manufactured by ADIC and is being sold under the Emulex label to DEC users with HSC (Hierarchical Storage Controller) VAXclusters. Advanced Digital Information Corporation's DAT Autochanger, currently being exhibited at Networld 92 Boston, stores up to 96 gigabytes of data based on the Hewlett-Packard 4mm DCLZ data compression drive. The autochanger operates in either random access or sequential stacker mode, utilizing a standard SCSI interface. Optional host adapters and software provide a complete backup solution for DEC VAXclusters. Ernie Brown, Vice President of OEM sales for ADIC, states, "This association with Emulex will provide significant opportunities for DEC users to substantially expand their storage capabilities." The autochanger's proven design is the result of three years of development and extensive environmental testing to assure data integrity and long-term reliability. The twelve-cassette removable magazine with protective cover ensures complete media protection at all times. Emulex is the leading independent supplier of Digital Equipment Corporation peripherals. The Autochanger, sold under the model name SSCH40 by Emulex, is combined with the Emulex ST01 and DSSI controllers and is available from Emulex starting at $15,340. -------------------------------------------------------- February 10, 1992 -- Redmond, Washington--Advanced Digital Information Corporation (ADIC) today announced that Cheyenne Software's newest ARCserve data management software release, ARCserve 4.0, is anticipated to be available for the ADIC DAT Autochanger storage management system by March 1, 1992. Combined with the ARCserve 4.0 Autochanger Software Module, the ADIC DAT Autochanger provides fully automated, high-capacity NetWare data storage and management. The DAT Autochanger and ARCserve 4.0 are being demonstrated at Networld 92 Boston, February 11-13, ADIC Booth #3010. The DAT Autochanger is ADIC's second generation of auto-changing devices. It combines the Hewlett-Packard 4mm DDS DAT drive with its hardware-based data compression to provide up to 96 gigabytes of random access data storage and retrieval through use of a 12-tape magazine and tape autochanger. This combination offers a low media cost with high capacity and fast data transfer rates, making it a viable solution for automating LAN backup. Cheyenne Software's ARCserve 4.0 is approved by Novell for use with NetWare. This new software release includes AutoPilot, a hierarchical file and tape rotation management system. Its high-speed, automated and unattended scheduling works in cooperation with a highly versatile file selection system to take full advantage of the DAT Autochanger's 12-cartridge magazine. Local server backup avoids network traffic and achieves maximum speed by handling more data in less time. ARCserve 4.0 backs up an entire Local Area Network (LAN), including local and remote servers, workstations, program, data and bindery files and all NetWare file attributes and trustee assignments. With the combination of ADICs DAT Autochanger and Cheyenne's ARCserve, the backup process is completely automatic, unattended and reliable. List price for the DAT Autochanger is $12,900. ARCserve starts at $1,195 for a 20-user version. The ARCserve autochanger module is bundled with the DAT Autochanger and is compatible with ARCserve 4.0. -------------------------------------------------------- February 10, 1992 -- Redmond, Washington--Advanced Digital Information Corporation (ADIC) today announced that Cheyenne Software's new ARCserve data management software version 4.0 and ARCserve/Solo are available for the ADIC DATa 8000 tape backup system. Combined with workstation-based ARCserve/Solo or file server-based ARCserve 4.0, the ADIC DATa 8000 provides fully automated, high-capacity NetWare data storage, archiving and restoring capabilities. The DATa 8000, ARCserve/Solo and ARCserve 4.0 are being demonstrated at Networld '92 Boston, February 11-13, ADIC Booth #3010. The DATa 8000 is an external DAT backup drive for Novell LANs, with up to 8 gigabytes of storage capacity. It combines the Hewlett-Packard 4mm DDS drive with its hardware-based data compression to provide up to 8 gigabytes of random access data storage and retrieval. This combination offers the highest capacity backup storage at the lowest price for comparable high capacity 4mm backup products on the market today. The unit's 3.25"H x 6.75"W x 1l"D footprint allows it to be extremely portable and easy to integrate into networks. Cheyenne Software's ARCserve 4.0 and ARCserve/Solo are approved by Novell for use with NetWare. Both packages back up an entire Local Area Network (LAN), including local and remote servers, workstations, program, data and bindery files and all NetWare file attributes and trustee assignments. ARCserve 4.0 is a sophisticated server-based solution that includes autopilot capabilities, with hierarchical file management, and daisy-chaining support. Its high-speed, automated and unattended scheduling works in cooperation with a highly versatile selection system. ARCserve/Solo is the first workstation-based backup/restore solution that provides the high quality features usually associated only with NLM (Network Loadable Module) capabilities. ARCserve/Solo is also upwardly compatible with ARCserve 4.0. List price for the DATa 8000 is $3,490. The ARCserve with a 20-user license is $1195. ARCsolo lists for $190. 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