I’m currently just looking at DNA evolution, a lot of interesting features there – probably over featured for what we were looking for but could open some doors.
Tim, we would prefer to use a method which checks the data during transfer rather than the explorer/finder based drag and drop. We wouldn’t be keeping the original data for long, we don’t want to risk missing data on the tapes. It’s unlikely and unviable that clients will check the tapes before we delete the data.
Often our clients request that we back up to drive – I see a few of the solutions offer simultaneous/automated drive and tape back up.
Personally I’m also interested in what features these products have which could open up possibilities to improve our workflows and take the strain off our servers.