STORServer VMB vs. Delska

The STORServer® Virtual Machine Backup (VMB) solution enables the backup and storage of VMware virtual machines directly onto an IBM Spectrum® Protect server, applicable to both STORServer Appliances and existing IBM Spectrum Protect systems. Engineered with user-friendliness in mind, STORServer VMB can be quickly installed and set up, requiring little daily oversight, making it a top choice for businesses in need of dependable backup for their virtual infrastructures. This innovative solution employs two distinct backup methods: VMB Native, created by STORServer and utilized as the primary option, and VMB Spectrum, which is based on IBM Spectrum Protect for Virtual Environments and tailored for safeguarding VMware data. Users have the flexibility to choose the backup approach that best meets their individual needs. The system’s architecture supports the seamless transfer of virtual machine (VM) data to and from VMs and IBM Spectrum Protect storage pools, bypassing the need for ESX/ESXi servers, while the integration of changed block tracking (CBT) greatly minimizes the amount of data transferred, thereby boosting efficiency. Furthermore, STORServer VMB not only enhances data protection but also optimizes resource utilization, providing a comprehensive backup solution tailored for the demands of contemporary virtualized environments. This adaptability ensures that organizations can maintain robust backup strategies as their virtual needs evolve over time.

Delska operates as a specialized data center and network service provider, delivering customized IT and networking solutions for enterprises. With a total of five data centers in Latvia and Lithuania—one of which is set to open in 2025—and additional points of presence in Germany, the Netherlands, and Sweden, we create a robust regional ecosystem for data centers and networking. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in our goal to reach net-zero CO2 emissions by 2030, establishing a benchmark for eco-friendly IT infrastructure in the Baltic region. Beyond traditional services like cloud computing, colocation, and data security, we also introduced the myDelska self-service cloud platform, designed for rapid deployment of virtual machines and management of IT resources, with bare metal services expected soon. Our platform boasts several essential features, including unlimited traffic and fixed monthly pricing, API integration, customizable firewall settings, comprehensive backup solutions, real-time network topology visualization, and a latency measurement map, supporting various operating systems such as Alpine Linux, Ubuntu, Debian, Windows OS, and openSUSE. In June 2024, Delska expanded its portfolio by merging with two companies—DEAC European Data Center and Data Logistics Center (DLC)—which continue to function as separate legal entities under the ownership of Quaero European Infrastructure Fund II. This strategic merger enhances our capacity to provide even more innovative services and solutions to our clients.