Latest released version, WANSyncCD 4.0, introduces a number of significant new capabilities, including:
Remote Installation Wizard
Content distribution applications often involve dozens or even hundreds of servers. In this case, the simple process of installing the WANSyncCD software on each target server can become a major headache. With WANSyncCD 4.0, the problem disappears. A new remote installation wizard allows the software to be deployed remotely on multiple target servers at once, for complete ease of installation and configuration from a single console.
Linux Support
Linux is going mainstream and so the need for enterprise-class Linux replication and content delivery support is becoming critical. Replication support is needed not just for Linux-only content distribution networks; cross-platform replication capabilities are also becoming critical to support mixed networks which combine Linux platforms with other operating systems.
Microsoft 64-Bit Operating System Support
The latest 64-bit hardware and software is able to provide impressive gains over traditional 32-bit architectures and so 64-bit Windows Server 2003 is fast becoming the platform of choice for Windows servers. WANSyncCD 4.0 fully supports the Microsoft 64-bit Windows Server 2003 operating system on AMD64 and Intel EM64T processors.
New Scenario Wizard
To further ease configuration of your disaster recovery system, WANSyncCD 4.0 now offers a new scenario wizard, which will walk you through each step of creating a content distribution or consolidation scenario.
Improved Scenario Status Information
WANSyncCD 4.0 significantly improves the display of status information for the common case of a one-to-one replication scenario, graphically depicting state, replication direction and spool usage information. In addition, expanded information may now be viewed for multiple scenarios through the addition of customizable columns.
Ability to Apply Changes to Multiple Scenarios Simultaneously
If you are running WANSyncCD on many servers, it will generally be true that a change needed in one scenario will probably have to be made in several or many others as well. WANSyncCD 4.0 now provides the ability to apply configuration changes to many scenarios at once, rather than requiring that the change be made over and over to each one individually.
Assessment Mode to Determine Exact Bandwidth Required
Estimating the bandwidth required to replicate changes on your servers is a key and often difficult step in determining the infrastructure required to support your content distribution or consolidation capability. With WANSyncCD 4.0, the task becomes easy. Simply install WANSyncCD on the source servers and start it in assessment mode. WANSyncCD will measure the actual data changes occurring on the system to report precisely how much will be transferred when actual replication starts. With WANSyncCD's patented non-disruptive install, you can get the information you need without any impact on users of your production systems.
- Asynchronous host-based software replication that transfers only the changes to information as they occur to one or many target servers located anywhere on the network
- Support for fan-out and chain distribution topologies that ensure highly efficient use of server and network resources
- Powerful remote installation wizard deploys WANSyncCD to any number of servers in a single step
- Powerful templating capabilities and configuration editor allows settings to be applied to many servers at once
- Wizard-driven creation of new content distribution scenarios
- Differential treatment based on the type of content, for example sending music files to one target and video to another
- Non-intrusive updates to content that is in active use on the target system
- Cross-replication between all supported operating systems
- Central management of all delivery scenarios from a single console or Distributed management and permissions for local control
Clear scenario status indicators and multiple alert paths ensure that issues requiring action are identified quickly
- Assessment mode measures exact change rate during evaluation to aid in estimating bandwidth requirements
- Real-time or scheduled software replication of corporate data to branches, satellites and field personnel accelerates knowledge transfer and ensures that everyone in the organization is aligned
- Automated dynamic content delivery to portals and webservers for customers, suppliers and channel partners ensures that they see the data you want them to see today
- Automation of content distribution, content delivery, and web publishing replaces cumbersome manual procedures and home-grown solutions
- Wizard for remote installation to many servers at once and power-editing of configuration settings on many scenarios at once dramatically reduces tedious and error-prone administrative tasks
- Consolidating file data from branch and field offices allows resources to be shared across offices for data processing and data protection
Eliminate backup headaches in branch offices
Leverage critical expertise, personnel, and equipment across locations
- Simple and intuitive configuration and management of multiple content distribution scenarios from a single GUI reduces management effort
- Clear GUI indicators of scenario status enable quick identification of potential issues
- Bandwidth control reduces WAN costs.
CA Open License Program (OLP)
Computer Associates Open License Program (OLP) is an easy-to-use, cost-effective purchasing program. Designed to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes, OLP helps you reduce the costs associated with evaluating, acquiring, implementing, deploying and maintaining CA software and services. And now it’s even easier for you to qualify for these discounts, and easier for you to install and to register your new software.
Advantages
- Simplified program with a single discount level - no more complicated quotes
- Easier administration with fewer SKUs.
- Streamlined deployment - single license key for multiple installations
- No-hassle product registration - OLP purchases are automatically registered by CA.
- Additional revenue opportunities via OLP exclusives - OLP contains more products and services that may not be available via traditional "boxed" product, including upgrade protection and education
Easy Steps to License
Step 1 Each product and service has a point value. 40-points or more on the initial order automatically qualifies you for the OLP discount for a 2-year period.
Step 2 Add the required OLP Media Pack (10 Points) to the initial order. (Optional for re-orders)
Step 3 Add the optional Upgrade Protection, education, etc.
Step 4 Buy additional CA solutions at the OLP discount level for 2 years
Master License Program (MLP)
The Computer Associates (CA) Master License Program (MLP) is a high-volume software license program that offers substantial discounts on CA software. Designed for organisations with large computing environments, MLP reduces the cost of evaluating, acquiring, maintaining, upgrading, and managing CA software.
Advantages
- No contract required
- One simple level
- No minimum reorder points
- Mix and match products/services to fulfill point requirements
- Free MLP Solutions Kit with initial order
- Upgrade Protection can be purchased at anytime during the two-year term of the MLP. However, it is coterminous with the initial contract term
Government Licensing Program (GLP)
Government Licensing Program (GLP) is a premiere, world-class licensing program that offers government agencies, academic institutions, and non-profit organisations substantial discounts, without the obligation of making volume purchases.
GLP's streamlined process offers the quickest, easiest way to purchase licensing for large environments by reducing paperwork and administrative headaches associated with traditional contract licensing programs. Furthermore, with no minimum purchase requirements, cost of software ownership is reduced and redundancy is avoided.