What is i2Backup?
i2Backup is an all-encompassing solution for backup and recovery, crafted by Information2 Software (Info2soft). This robust software protects a diverse array of assets, including physical servers, virtual machines, databases, files, big data, and containers, all managed through a single user interface, and it allows backups to various locations such as local disks, tapes, NAS, object storage, or deduplication storage. The platform is compatible with numerous environments, encompassing VMware ESXi versions 5 to 8, Hyper-V, OpenStack, and oVirt, and it supports numerous database systems including Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, IBM DB2, and Informix. Furthermore, it is designed to work with big data frameworks like Hadoop and Cloudera, along with container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes. Among its many capabilities are automated backup scheduling, retention policies, simultaneous job execution, and a real-time dashboard that sends notifications via email and SMS. Users can take advantage of instant VM recovery through backup mounting, perform file-level and database-level restores, and restore to new virtual or physical machines, as well as utilize point-in-time recovery through continuous backup logs. The software also has integrated defenses against ransomware threats, ensuring comprehensive protection for users’ data. New users can take advantage of a 60-day free trial to fully experience the extensive features and functionalities offered. Additionally, the platform’s user-friendly design makes it accessible for both novice and experienced users alike.