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Value Proposition
Free Software

Tape Redirector

StarWind Tape Redirector is a free tool that eliminates tape interface distance restrictions and allows to connect virtual machines to physical tape infrastructures. This turns the bulky tape infrastructure into a virtualization-aware flexible backup system. StarWind Tape Redirector provides a connection to drives and libraries from anywhere in the world via the iSCSI protocol and simplifies the management of tape backup in a virtualized environment.

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Differentiation

Unlike other solutions typically implemented as an additional feature in hardware backup appliance, StarWind Tape Redirector is 100% software based requiring no dedicated hardware to run on. It provides ultimate flexibility and can be deployed in your existing environment in a matter of minutes.

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Features

ISCSI "Gateway"

StarWind Tape Redirector utilizes the iSCSI uplink protocol to establish a connection between backup servers and tape drives, transferring backup data over any IP network. There is no more need to have tape drives and libraries in every office.

Direct Access

StarWind Tape Redirector provides VMs with direct access to the tape library via iSCSI as if it's attached locally and interacting with tape drives and loaders. It brings physical tapes as close to virtualization as possible before virtualizing them completely.
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Benefits

Free of Charge

StarWind Tape Redirector is part of StarWind Virtual SAN Free functionality. It is distributed without any hidden payments, additional required licenses or time bombs, no strings attached. Tape Redirector is good for immediate download and use.

Tape Convenience

StarWind Tape Redirector turns the bulky tape infrastructure into a virtualization-aware flexible backup system. It provides a connection to drives and libraries from anywhere in the world via the iSCSI protocol and simplifies the management of tape backup in a virtualized environment.

Backup Infrastructure Intact

StarWind Tape Redirector preserves the existing logical backup infrastructure when performing P2V migration and building a virtualized backup system. It seamlessly integrates into the system and makes physical tape backup more virtualization-aware.

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What The World Says About Us

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Success Stories

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