What is Backup Exec?
Backup Exec gives you simple, complete backup and recovery protection for your business—to cover all data wherever it resides.
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84 Likeliness to Recommend
93 Plan to Renew
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83 Satisfaction of Cost Relative to Value
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Emotional Footprint Overview
+87 Net Emotional Footprint
The emotional sentiment held by end users of the software based on their experience with the vendor. Responses are captured on an eight-point scale.
How much do users love Backup Exec?
Pros
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
- Client Friendly Policies
- Fair
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Full System Backup Restore
Information Store Backup Restore
Media Support
Support for Backup Types
Backup Archiving
Compliance
Permissions Awareness
Security
Transaction Log Backup Restore
Granular Restore
Mailbox Backup Restore
Vendor Capability Ratings
Business Value Created
Ease of Implementation
Breadth of Features
Vendor Support
Usability and Intuitiveness
Quality of Features
Ease of Customization
Ease of Data Integration
Product Strategy and Rate of Improvement
Ease of IT Administration
Availability and Quality of Training
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Backup Exec Reviews
Francisca J.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Biotechnology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Sep 2022
All-in-one and scalable email backup solution
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Backup Exec from other similar products?
The most striking characteristic is that, in comparison to previously deployed products, Backup Exec is simple to configure in both simple and complex environments. It features an easy-to-use interface, and I discovered all the options I required there. Additionally, the software is continually updated with new functions that are required by our business.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
When it comes to scale and maintenance, this system is superior. Once Backup Exec has been correctly configured, this product is among the easiest and most reliable ones I have ever used. In our experience, we hardly ever need to check the device once it is operating. One of the key reasons we admire the software is that it enables a wide range of backup settings.
What do you dislike most about this product?
Due to my volume of work and because I need more regular updates, completing the upgrades on time was overly difficult for us and it takes a lot of time. I don't think there is a problem with the product, and I think this issue will be resolved if I schedule updates so that I can adequately address it.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
You will also like how great the tasks and activities are shown, and the system's dependability is what makes it the best choice for IT pros to secure information and virtual machines. Because it is straightforward to build and configure, Backup Exec software enables the typical user to perform professional data backup.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
- Efficient Service
Peter P.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Technology
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Sep 2022
Strongest and Stable Platform
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Backup Exec from other similar products?
The software Backup Exec is an intriguing option from any angle, whether we look at its usefulness, convenience, scalability, flexibility, or technical support. The newcomer doesn't need to undergo any tutorial to fully comprehend this device, its working, features, and everything thanks to its extremely easy user interface. It is not a big deal to work there.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
Because of how easy Backup Exec is to use and how well it has worked for me so far, I absolutely enjoy it. It took incredibly little time to implement and begin reaping the benefits because it was so simple to set up. Another impressive feature is that, when applied in a safe setting, it excels as a disaster recovery strategy.
What do you dislike most about this product?
I'm not sure if I should say it, but compared to other backup software packages I've ever used, it is more expensive than any of them even if it also has more functionality. And the gold version of Backup Exec software costs extra to perform a remote backup to a different place, but I can't think of anything else that could be faulted with it because I've never had a problem.
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I must confirm that you will also be a great admirer of Backup Exec due to its enhanced functionality, which can draw in any corporation, and the fact that it offers a variety of scenarios, making it a fantastic fit for any office environment. The ease of use, effective connection with various servers, and ability to control everything from a single, straightforward interface are its strongest features.
Pros
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing
- Enables Productivity
Aggie C.
- Role: Information Technology
- Industry: Consulting
- Involvement: End User of Application
Submitted Aug 2022
Best Backup Features
Likeliness to Recommend
What differentiates Backup Exec from other similar products?
When it comes to backup, Backup Exec is second to none thanks to it's amazing features. It's easy to backup, retrieve, and search through the archive.
What is your favorite aspect of this product?
I like the many security features of Backup Exec. Backup is easy and automated. It's affordable
What do you dislike most about this product?
I haven't had problems using Backup Exec
What recommendations would you give to someone considering this product?
I recommend Backup Exec for business backup need as it has all a business needs. In addition, it's affordable and secure.
Pros
- Helps Innovate
- Continually Improving Product
- Reliable
- Performance Enhancing