GFI MAX recently announced that it has released a new version of GFI MAX Backup, which includes support for Windows 8.1, Max OSX 10.9 and VMware vSphere 5.5.
GFI announced that the latest version of GFI MAX Backup features a Disk-to-Disk-to-Cloud hybrid system, available with either 128-bit or 448-bit Blowfish encryption. It also includes support for PSAs like Connectwise and Autotask, which allows for monitoring of the backup system directly from the PSA dashboard.
“Data volumes are increasing at a rapid rate and business-critical information is now being housed across heterogeneous environments. MSPs need a solution that covers all of these platforms,” said Dr. Alistair Forbes, general manager of the GFI MAX Business Unit. “The cloud is becoming the most effective vehicle for backup and recovery services because it offers a comprehensive, simple and cost-effective alternative to conventional methods. The addition of the Virtual Disaster Recovery functionality makes the recovery process even faster and more convenient, ensuring that MSPs using it can meet the most challenging Recovery Time Objectives.GFI MAX Backup combines these benefits with innovative technology, equipping MSPs with an unrivaled, revenue-driving offering that meets customer demand for hassle-free backup and recovery at every turn.”
In addition, the soltuion turns the client's online backup service into a DRaaS offering, by allowing user to perform a full system restore on Windows Systems as a VMware ESXi™ 4.1 or VMware vSphere 5.x compatible virtual machine. According to GFI MAX, this means that the customer no longer has to wait for a repair or replacement on a machine. GFI is currently offering a free 30-day trial of GFI MAX Backup to MSPs at the site here.
