Veritas NetBackup Flex 5260 - Config D - harddisk-array - 206 TB - 12 slots (SAS-3)

Enterprise data growth demands a backup infrastructure that scales without complexity. The Veritas NetBackup Flex 5260 Config D addresses this challenge by combining high-capacity storage with integrated data protection software in a single 2U rack-mountable appliance. With 206 TB of raw capacity across 12 SAS-3 drive bays, it provides a consolidated target for backup, recovery, and disaster recovery while reducing hardware sprawl and operational overhead.

Who is it for

This appliance is built for IT teams in mid-sized to large enterprises that need a reliable, high-performance backup repository. It suits organizations standardizing on Veritas NetBackup for data protection, those dealing with rapid data growth, and any business seeking to simplify backup infrastructure with an integrated, pre-configured solution.

Main features

• 206 TB raw storage capacity across 12 hot-swappable 3.5" SAS-3 drive bays
• Pre-installed Veritas NetBackup software with source and target deduplication
• Hardware RAID support (RAID 5, 6, 10) for data redundancy and performance
• Dual redundant hot-swap power supplies for high availability
• Multiple network interfaces including 1GbE and 10GbE for flexible connectivity
• Integrated management via IPMI, web GUI, and CLI
• Data encryption at rest and in transit with role-based access control
• Replication capabilities for off-site disaster recovery

Specifications

• Appliance Type: Integrated Backup Appliance
• Software Platform: Veritas NetBackup
• Total Raw Storage Capacity: 206 TB
• Drive Bays: 12
• Drive Interface: SAS-3 (12 Gbps)
• Supported Drive Types: 3.5" SAS HDDs
• Form Factor: 2U Rack-mountable
• Processor: Intel Xeon (multi-core)
• Memory: 128 GB DDR4 (estimated)
• Network Interfaces: 4x 1GbE, 2x 10GbE (typical)
• RAID Support: Hardware RAID (RAID 5, 6, 10)
• Power Supply: Redundant Hot-Swap
• Management: IPMI, Web GUI, CLI
• Operating System: Customized Linux-based OS
• Data Deduplication: Yes (source and target)
• Replication: Yes (source/target)
• Security: Data encryption, role-based access control
• Configuration: Config D

Tips

To maximize deduplication efficiency, ensure consistent backup schedules and use the appliance as a dedicated backup target. For disaster recovery planning, leverage the built-in replication to a secondary NetBackup Flex appliance or compatible storage. Regularly monitor drive health via the management interface and keep spare SAS drives on hand for quick replacement.