Which system is recommended as a secondary system for SnapVault?

• A. IS1200
• B. DataFort
• C. NearStore VTL
• D. FAS with NearStore license

Answer: (D)

SnapVault needs a secondary system that can store the backed-up data and work smoothly with the NetApp replication and recovery features. Using a NetApp FAS system with a NearStore license provides a disk-based target that behaves like a NearStore, integrates fully with SnapVault, and leverages the same management tools, performance, and scalability as the primary system. This setup makes backups and restores straightforward and consistent across the environment.

Older or non-NetApp options like IS1200 or DataFort aren’t the ideal fit for this role in 7-Mode SnapVault, as they don’t integrate as seamlessly with SnapVault. A NearStore VTL can be used, but the recommended path for a robust secondary is a FAS with a NearStore license due to better integration and manageability.