Imation's Latest Storage System Further Expands Reach of RDX.Removable Hard Disk (storage) removable hard disk - A type of magnetic disk, or possibly magneto-optical disk which is not permanently attached to the disk drive (not a fixed disk) but which can be taken out and replaced, allowing many disks to be used in the same drive. Solution Gains Momentum Among SMBs as Alternative to Tape BOULDER, Colo. -- ProStor Systems, a leading developer of removable disk A disk or disk cartridge that is inserted into the drive for reading and writing and removed when not required. Using optical technologies, CDs and DVDs are the most common examples. storage solutions, today announced that it has significantly increased the market penetration of its RDX RDX Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine (CAS Number 121-82-4) Rdx Radixin RDX Russian Depositary Index RDX Research and Development Explosive (less common) RDX Hexahydro-Trinitro-Triazine [R] disk storage technology with the general availability of Imation Corp. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : IMN IMN Iraqi Media Network IMN Indicated Mach Number IMN Inter Member Network IMN Infectious Mononucleosis IMN Invisible Moose Network (website) IMN Illegal Macro Name IMN Internet Marketing Newsletter )-branded RDX removable hard disk solutions that provide small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) with a superior data protection alternative to tape-based backup storage products. Imation, a worldwide leader in removable data storage media, became a licensee of RDX technology in October 2006. With this release, Imation becomes the third major OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and to bring RDX hard disk drive technology to market. "Imation's entry into the RDX removable disk market marks another milestone for ProStor Systems and its removable disk technology," said Heidi Biggar of analyst firm Enterprise Strategy Group. "By partnering with major OEM vendors, such as Imation, ProStor gains access to established distribution channels for its drives and media, and in doing so, positions itself to be the next evolution of removable storage technology." Designed with enterprise-class features, RDX systems back up more than 125 GB of data per hour, access files instantly and archive data safely for more than a decade. The RDX storage solution is 10 times faster and more reliable than any tape storage product used in the past by SMBs. "The RDX system is a robust removable hard disk solution that provides easy-to-use and reliable data protection," said James Milligan, general manager, Commercial/OEM Division, Imation. "We are pleased to offer the Imation RDX Removable Hard Disk Storage System, a comprehensive solution ideally suited to meet the growing server storage requirements of small- and medium-sized businesses." RDX technology provides forward and backward compatibility, which allows users to upgrade to higher-capacity cartridges in the future without the need to purchase a new drive and without making previous media obsolete. Additionally, RDX drives have been certified with most popular backup software and its drag-and-drop functionality makes for simplified use. "As leaders in the removable data storage market, we are pleased that Imation has taken a dedicated interest in being at the forefront of the RDX revolution," said Steve Georgis, President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of ProStor Systems. "Their decision to manufacture, market and sell RDX to their established base of SMB (1) (Small to Medium-sized Business) Also called "SME" (small to medium-sized enterprise), it refers to companies that are larger than the small office/home office (SOHO), but not huge. customers is a win-win situation for our two companies as well as for those users looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. easy-to-use, reliable and cost-effective portable storage." To view an Imation RDX System, please visit ProStor System's booth (PP28) at SNW SNW Snow SNW Strange New Worlds (Star Trek) SNW Social Networking Website SNW Sub Networks SNW Storage Networking World Spring in San Diego from April 16-19, 2007. About ProStor Systems ProStor Systems develops and markets RDX[R] removable disk storage technology. The technology brings enterprise-class reliability and data protection to servers, networks and professional workstations at an affordable price. ProStor Systems signed licensing agreements with two storage industry leaders, Tandberg Data and Imation. The agreements allow Tandberg Data and Imation to manufacture, market and sell RDX drives and cartridges under their respective brands. For more information about ProStor Systems, visit http://www.prostorsystems.com or contact the company at info@prostorsystems.com or 303-565-3100. Visit http://www.RDXstorage.com to learn more about RDX removable disk technology. ProStor and RDX are registered trademarks of ProStor Systems, Inc. The ProStor logo is a trademark of ProStor Systems, Inc. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. |
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