6 common Backup Exec error codes and how to resolve them

Staff Writer/ December 31, 2020/ Archiving and backup, Backup and Archival Tools, Backup and recovery software, Cloud backup, Data storage backup tools, Data storage backup tools, Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 5 minutesBackup Exec, which is now under the Veritas brand, is one of the top names in data protection. If a Backup Exec error occurs, it may be one of the codes analyzed below. By Brien Posey Backup Exec has been around in one form or another since the early 1990s and has a reputation as one of the more reliable

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How to adopt and secure the cloud in a work-from-home world

T-Blog Editor/ December 23, 2020/ ‘New Normal’ courtesy of Covid-19, Batting for Tech in the Covid-19 Times, Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 4 minutesSet up a remote work infrastructure with the cloud. This article highlights cloud adoption strategies for beginners, tips to reduce latency and the benefits of cloud backup. By Ryan Dowd Elasticity and ease of access have long been hallmarks of cloud computing and have made it an attractive option during uncertain times. The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a huge rise

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What to consider before choosing an enterprise SSD

T-Blog Editor/ December 3, 2020/ Datacenter Infrastructure News, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Tekmart Enterprise Hardware Tips, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 4 minutesA data storage device is a must-have item especially for those who utilize technology in their business and interest. In various industries, data is highly considered as a vital tool in sustaining and developing operations. By Tekmart Enterprise Support When it comes to performance, a solid-state device or SSD remains the king in the market. Compared to a traditional hard

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A Visual Guide to the Various Notebook Components

T-Blog Editor/ December 2, 2020/ Batting for Tech in the Covid-19 Times, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Tekmart Enterprise Hardware Tips, Trends: Datacenter Hardware and Solutions

Reading Time-approximately: 5 minutesA Basic Guide to Identifying the Major Components of any Laptop or Notebook (using Dell notebooks as an example). By Tekmart Africa Support Team Identifying the Storage Device (i.e HDD or SSD) What it Looks like and What it does? (Fig.1.1 HDD and SSD notebook drives) The HDD (Hard Disk Drive)/SSD (Solid State Drive) is the part of your Computer which holds

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Transform your infrastructure to support parallel processing

T-Blog Editor/ November 30, 2020/ Data Center Hardware, Data Centre Servers, Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Server Hardware, Server hardware and virtualization, Server hardware strategy

Reading Time-approximately: 3 minutesQuick, real-time data analysis is a boost to any organization’s operations. With the right hardware and software, you can support parallelization in your data center. By Jacob Roundy Parallel processing capabilities are highly sought after, and admins can apply the technology across many industry sectors. With a data center designed to handle this workload type, companies can derive insights from

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Business continuity vendors bolster offerings during pandemic.

T-Blog Editor/ November 28, 2020/ Datacenter Infrastructure News, Datacentre disaster recovery and security, Disaster recovery planning - management, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, IT infrastructure management and planning, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 5 minutesOrganizations must ensure their pandemic business continuity and technology DR plans address cybersecurity, as well as remote employees, social distancing and company shutdowns. By Paul Kirvan The COVID-19 pandemic highlights the need for organizations to ensure that their business continuity and technology disaster recovery plans are up to date. These plans need to address the challenges of remote working, social

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Your guide to avoiding server rack setup issues

T-Blog Editor/ November 26, 2020/ Data Center Hardware, Data Centre Servers, Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Tekmart Enterprise Hardware Tips, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 5 minutesNot all data center servers are created equal. Before you attempt a server racking project, double-check size specifications and account for fastening hardware and cabling needs. By Stephen J. Bigelow Racks are meant to be standard, but IT equipment dimensions vary, and the volume of cabling needed to power and network modern servers, switches and storage cause unexpected deployment problems.

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Windows 10 updates to avoid and how to address them

T-Blog Editor/ November 25, 2020/ Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Timeless Tips, Windows 10, Windows 10 troubleshooting

Reading Time-approximately: 6 minutesWhile Windows administrators can never ignore Microsoft’s updates, it may make sense to delay or even avoid Windows updates until they are stable for enterprise users. By Gary Olsen One of the biggest challenges for Windows 10 admins is keeping current on Windows updates, but sometimes these updates can cause issues with desktop compatibility and stability. These OS updates are

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How does Microsoft 365 extend Windows 7 support?

T-Blog Editor/ November 21, 2020/ Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How do i...?, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Microsoft Office and Office 365, Office and Office 365

Reading Time-approximately: 3 minutesMicrosoft is ending its official support for Windows 7. However, Microsoft 365 customers have the option to extend support via continued Windows security updates. By Reda Chouffani Windows 10 has a massive install base as Microsoft’s predominant desktop operating system, and when organizations don’t upgrade their desktops to Windows 10, it can create problems for IT. The stability of Windows

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What should be on your cloud audit checklist?

T-Blog Editor/ November 17, 2020/ Cloud computing standards and compliance, Datacenter Infrastructure News, Expert Advise and Opinion, How-Tos and Other Useful Tips and Tricks, Industry News and Expert Advice, Timeless Tips

Reading Time-approximately: 5 minutesAlthough strenuous, audits are a critical part of a cloud compliance strategy. Learn about the different types of cloud audits to better prepare for your next review. By Zachary Flower As your company expands its cloud usage, it will need to collate and report information about its infrastructure and processes. Whether your customers expect compliance with formal security policies or

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