NBARS Users—New Client Software Is Available for Windows

The NIH Backup and Recovery Service (NBARS) offers backup and recovery services for the Windows platform, whether it is used as a server or personal computer. NBARS uses the Tivoli Storage Manager (TSM) client/server product to provide a secure, easy to use and cost effective way to backup and recover your critical data.

A new version (5.2.34) of the TSM client software is available for Windows 98, NT, 2000, XP. This version is configured for use in the NIH environment.

New Features of TSM for Windows

This new version of the TSM client software has many useful features, including:

• User-friendly interface
  Users can change the options file.


• Backup-archive client interface
  Users can initiate backups or restores of data on their PCs or servers.


• New security feature
  Authorized administrators, helpdesk staff—with permission and using a password—or users (from home) can back up and restore data via a Web browser without having direct access to the PC holding the data.


• Administrative client (Web browser)
  Administrators can define storage management policies for files and to set up schedules for automated backup and archive services via the Web.

Downloading the Software

To download the new TSM client for the Windows platform, go to the NBARS Web page and select the link, "Client Software." Select the version for Windows. We recommend that you read the "Instructions" before you download the software.

More Information

If you have a question or need help, call the NIH Help Desk at 301-496-4357.