Really need suggestions on GOOD backup software

[robbyp]

I have purchased a new backup system to replace my current outdated one, and the one piece left in the puzzle is deciding on a good backup software for a reasonable price.

I purchased a Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, and here's a link to "compatible" software solutions: http://www.quantum.com/NR/rdonlyres/1B31B316-4488-40ED-8CF4-62644B53F3F5/0/quantumdltmatrixfinal.pdf

I'm sure there are others that are not on that list, but I've gone through and tried trials after trials. I seem to be stuck between getting something that is much more than I need and thus much more expensive than I'm willing to pay.

It will be a standalone machine backing up data/program files across the network on a couple file servers, and a few workstations.

If any of you can provide any insight it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[waylman]

i've heard dantz is great. no personal experience though.

 

[ITJunkie]

No offense intended but why would you spend a small fortune on good hardware and want to scrimp on the backup software?

Good backup software is the difference between a successful restore and an "almost" successful restore. FWIW both Arcserve and Backup Exec have worked well for me in the past.

 

[BlueWeasel]

We use Stomp Backup MyPC here at work, and it works well and appears to have support for a wide range of hardware. Not sure as to the cost, but I don't think it's going to cost you an arm and a leg.