PRODUCTS

The next generation of Archiware's powerful data management system PresSTORE P4 is here!
It includes a lot of new features such as smart browser interface which guides through the software. The iPhone App PresSTORE mobile which lets you monitor PresSTORE servers anywhere you.
Progressive backup is a new concept for backup of large data sets.

PresSTORE P4 runs on Mac OS X, Linux, Windows and Solaris. Archiware also offers specialist modules that are optimised for specific storage scenarios:

PresSTORE Synchronize lets users clone their data from hardware like Xsan or SAN.

PresSTORE Backup saves data from servers on disk or tape.

PresSTORE Backup2Go secures workstations and laptops.

PresSTORE Archive keeps assets handy while at the same time freeing up valuable storage space.

FAQ regarding PresSTORE 4.1

• Do I need new keys for P4.1 and where can I get them?
– When upgrading from PresSTORE 3, you will need new license keys. Customers that are eligible for an upgrade can get new license keys through the Archiware portal.
– If you are already using P4 and want to update to version 4.1, you will not need any new keys.

• What are the system requirements for P4?
PresSTORE Server:
– Mac OS X: PPC OSX 10.4+, Intel 10.4+
– Windows: 2003, 2008, XP, Vista, Windows 7
Note: Backup2Go not supported
– Linux: Kernel 2.6.4+ (x86) 32bit or 64bit with 32bit libs
Note: Backup2Go not supported
– Sun Solaris: Sparc Solaris 2.8+, x86 Solaris 2.10+

PresSTORE Client:
– Mac OS X: PPC OSX 10.4+, Intel 10.4+
– Windows: 2003, 2008, XP, Vista, Windows 7
– Linux: Kernel 2.6.4+ (x86) 32bit or 64bit with 32bit libs
– Sun Solaris: Sparc Solaris 2.8+, x86 Solaris 2.10+

Hardware requirements:
– Memory: 1 GB+
– Disk: 200 MB for installations + variable (for backup/archive indexes)

Browser requirements:
– Safari 4.0+
– FireFox 3.5+
– Internet Explorer 7+

• What preparations should be made before performing an upgrade?
– Please check if you are meeting all system requirements for version 4.1.
– Make sure you need none of the features no longer supported in version 4.1.
– Please make sure that you have all the required license keys.
– As a precautionary measure, make sure to copy PresSTORE’s installation index before running the upgrade.

• What features will NOT be available in version 4.1 anymore?
The following features will NOT be available in version 4.1 anymore:
– Archive, Restore und Download BASKET
– Indexing the archive without a prefix in the file structure
– Email reporting of job protocols per plan
– Starting backup jobs sequentially is now supported anymore

• What PresSTORE versions can I directly upgrade to version 4.1?
Only PresSTORE’s 3.x and 4.x versions can be upgraded directly to 4.1. Older versions should be done it step by step, e.g. from version 2 to 3 and then to version 4.1.

• Will all my settings stay the same when upgrading?
Yes, all the settings will be kept when switching to the new version.