Hi,

We are considering implementing save set consolidation on some of our larger
backups to reduce the backup window. However, I am concerned about the
additional load that this might place on our tape drives and backup servers
/ storage nodes. Before we implement it I'm keen to gauge the reactions of
other forum members regarding its suitability and performance.

- Does anyone have any experience of using Save Set Consolidation? 
- Does it do what it says on the tin? 
- Does it cause any problems with tape drives and backup server / storage
node? 
- Does it introduce additional admin complexity or is it fairly
straightforward? 
- Does it work with database module backups or is it just file system
backups? 
- Anything else we should be aware of?

We are thinking of introducing this on systems that backup 1TB+ of data to
LTO2 drives via Solaris backup servers / storage nodes.

Your thoughts would be appreciated....

Many Thanks,
Stephen

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