The HP ProLiant ML310 G3 Data Protection Storage Server is an entry-level tower form NAS appliance that uses Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager 2006 (DPM), to provide rapid and reliable recovery, near continuous data protection, and operational simplicity for disk-based backup of Windows file servers.Disk-based backup and end user restore makes DPM one of the fastest and most cost effective methods to recover file data lost to user error or equipment corruption. HP has worked closely with Microsoft to develop DPM configurations that are optimized for disk-based backup and recovery of Windows file servers. The HP ProLiant Data Protection Storage Server family offers an easy to deploy DPM solution that provides immediate business value.The ML310 G3 Data Protection Storage Server complements existing IT data protection infrastructures and is non-disruptive to IT environments. It can be extended into the data protection value chain through optional SCSI interface and tape backup software to deliver a complete disk-to-disk-to-tape data protection framework. HP offers the broadest portfolio of data protection solutions to keep your data safe so you can put your information to work.