SOLUTION BRIEF

NAKIVO Backup
for VMware vSphere
NAKIVO Backup & Replication offers comprehensive data protection for
VMware vSphere environments with up to two times faster backups and
replication, native change tracking for efficiency, multiple recovery options,
and swift deployment and configuration, all at a more affordable price than
other vendors.

SOLUTION OVERVIEW
BENEFITS Advanced VMware vSphere integration
Support for the latest VMware releases (including vSphere 8.0 with available
updates), ensuring seamless compatibility with native VMware technologies for
2X FASTER optimal performance and reliability.
with native change One solution, one interface
tracking Full range of features for virtual, cloud, physical, SaaS and hybrid environments –
all from a centralized web interface.
Quick deployment, effortless scalability
Install on NAS, Windows, Linux, or as a pre-configured VMware virtual appliance.
49% LOWER COST Manage hundreds of hosts in multiple sites with a single deployment.
than other vendors
Comprehensive VM protection
Ensure minimal downtime with fast incremental backup and instant recovery of
full VMs, files, and application objects for maximum availability.
4.8 STAR RATING Powerful anti-ransomware features
for saving time Ransomware-proof backups via immutable storage in local repositories, public
and money cloud platforms (Amazon S3, Wasabi, Azure Blob, Backblaze B2) and other
S3-compatible targets as well as NEC HYDRAstor storage systems. Use Backup
Malware Scan to verify that data is clean before recovery.

1 SOLUTION Enhanced security measures

9+ recovery options, Encrypt backup data using AES-256 encryption at the source, in transit, and at
at zero extra cost rest in the repository and integrate with AWS KMS for password loss protection.
Restrict access to your data protection infrastructure with Role-based access
control (RBAC) and increase security with two-factor authentication (2FA).
Flexible Recovery Capabilities
5 MINUTES Leverage a variety of recovery options to ensure swift operational recovery and
to deploy and configure optimal availability in disaster recovery scenarios.
Low TCO – high flexibility
Save up to 50% on a data protection solution that’s tailored to your use cases with
perpetual and per-workload licensing options. Choose from five editions and pay
only for what you need.
24/7 support
Get technical support 24/7 via phone, email, or in-product chat, and take advantage
of our free demo and deployment sessions to help you get started quickly.
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BUILT FOR VMWARE – MORE SPEED

APPLY THE 3-2-1-1
AND SIMPLICITY
BACKUP STRATEGY
Efficient image-based backups
Create agentless, app-aware incremental backups that copy only changed data on
data copies – including two
3 each backup cycle, saving time and storage space.
backup copies
Installation as VA
Deploy NAKIVO Backup & Replication as a pre-configured VMware virtual
different backup storage appliance and get it up and running in minutes.
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media – disk, cloud, tape, etc.
Installation on NAS
Install on NAS devices to create an all-in-one backup appliance that combines
backup copy stored offsite/ backup/replication software, hardware, storage, direct backup to cloud and more.
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in the cloud for disaster Integration of native VMware technologies
recovery
• Native Changed Block Tracking (CBT) for faster incremental backups
• LAN-Free Data Transfer using VMware’s HotAdd and Direct SAN access for
immutable or air-gapped
1 lower network loads and better backup/replication speeds
backup copy to protect
against ransomware • Integration of VMware’s vSphere API for I/O filtering (VAIO) to enable real-
time replication for near-zero RPO
Direct backup to cloud
JOIN 29,000+ Send backups directly to cloud platforms like Amazon S3, Wasabi, Azure Blob,
Backblaze B2 and other S3-compatible platforms. Automate the creation and
CUSTOMERS movement of backup copies between on-site and off-site storage with Job
Chaining, ensuring data management is both effortless and robust.
WORLDWIDE
Recovery for every scenario
• Instant recovery of objects • Virtual-to-virtual
• Instant recovery of files • Bare metal recovery
• Instant VM recovery • Direct recovery from tape
• Full VM recovery • Failover of VMs and cloud instances
• Physical-to-virtual • And more…

Enterprise storage integration

Advanced integration with deduplication appliances and other storage devices
from leading vendors to create backups and replicas directly from storage
snapshots, including HPE 3PAR, Nimble, Primera and Alletra as well as NetApp
FAS and NetApp AFF storage arrays.
Simple, automated administration
The web-based interface facilitates easy management of your data protection
activities from any location. You can automate workflows with features like the
Calendar Dashboard, Policy-Based Data Protection and Job Chaining.

2022 GARTNER©
MAGIC QUADRANT™
Honorable Mention in Enterprise
Backup and Recovery Solutions
Category

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WHAT CUSTOMERS ACHIEVE HIGHER UPTIME STANDARDS

SAY ABOUT NAKIVO AVAILABILITY Disaster recovery
• Real-Time Replication for VMwareBETA: Maintain an identical copy of
VMware VMs at a secondary site for immediate failover in case of disruptions.
NAKIVO saved us a significant
amount of time and money. • Replication from Backup: Use existing VMware backups for replication jobs
to reduce storage requirements and streamline your disaster recovery setup.
The solution is 4X faster, works
without errors, and took just 15 • Automated VM Failover: Resume critical workloads in seconds by failing over to
minutes to set up and deploy. a replica VM and get operations back up and running quickly with a single click.
NAKIVO Backup & Replication • Site Recovery: Create flexible disaster recovery sequences, including
provides ease of use and planned/emergency failover, failback and non-disruptive recovery testing,
peace of mind for our business. ensuring your organization is prepared for any scenario.
Cameron Rezvani, Senior
Systems Engineer, Orange BAAS & DRAAS MSP-ready
Coast Title Company
• MSP Console: Deliver comprehensive BaaS/DRaaS services to clients and manage
client environments with standalone instances, and get an overview of all managed
tenants with real-time insights and alerts — all from within the MSP Console.

The solution helped us reduce • Multi-Tenant Management: Manage up to 100 isolated tenants in a single
instance with granular control over how resources are allocated based on
backup time by 50%. We
tenant needs. Access remote tenant environments through a secure one-port
improved recovery times by
connection, eliminating complex VPN setups.
70% with instant VM recovery
and granular recovery features. • Tenant Overview Dashboard: View real-time insights and alerts about
your client data protection infrastructures, including node status, available
Jesus Alfonso Rangel Diaz, IT
Coordinator, Foxconn BC
resources, scheduled activities, and inventory information.
• Self-Service Efficiency: Enable your tenants to create backup and recovery
jobs independently, saving you valuable time and resources.

We improved VM backup ANALYTICS VM Monitoring for VMware vSphere

performance by at least 4X • Proactive VM Monitoring: Gain insights into VM performance and health,
as well as we no longer have to including CPU, RAM, and disk usage. Monitor key metrics to identify and address
deal with failed backups. potential bottlenecks, preventing workload disruptions.
Erik Voerman,
• Enhanced Visibility and Proactive Management: Set up tailored alerts for critical
System Engineer, Traxion
metrics to oversee performance and protect against anomalies. Receive detailed
email summaries on the health and status of your VMs, hosts, and datastores.

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