ZWANDA DELIVERS NEW WAY TO MANAGE MYSQL BACKUPS.

Zmanda, Sunnyvale, Calif., a leader in open source backup and data protection, has announced that its Zmanda Recovery Manager (ZRM) for MySQL is now available with the Zmanda Management Console - a set of powerful graphical tools designed to simplify and accelerate the complex process of MySQL database backup and recovery. ZRM (http://www.zmanda.com/backup-mysql.html) with the Zmanda Management Console can dramatically reduce the workload of a MySQL database administrator (DBA) while providing enterprise- class, MySQL-specific backup and recovery.

"Backing up MySQL data is a business-critical task for DBAs at thousands of Web 2.0 companies and other data-driven enterprises," said Dmitri Joukovski, Zmanda's vice president of Product Management. "ZRM is the only comprehensive backup solution tha t addresses the unique needs of MySQL databases -- such as multiple database storage engines. The new graphical management console means secure, scalable enterprise-grade MySQL backup is more manageable than ever."

ZRM: Open Source Backup Solution Specifically for MySQL Zmanda's ZRM for MySQL is the only comprehensive, enterprise-class backup and recovery solution designed specifically for MySQL databases. An open source solution, ZRM delivers robust backup and recovery functionality to help MySQL DBAs prevent the serious damage caused by data loss in the event of system or database failure. ZRM is different from traditional backup solutions that simply provide an agent for MySQL as part of a more general, system-wide backup process. It features MySQL-specific functionality, such as storage engine awareness, to meet the enterprise-class requirements of the MySQL DBA.

The new version of ZRM includes a range of updates and additions to deliver added simplicity, security, flexibility and support: Simplicity - Zmanda's new comprehensive Management Console for ZRM lets MySQL DBAs graphically explore MySQL database servers and choose which database and/or tables to back up. It also gives DBAs the power to choose where, when and how the backup will occur and to create detailed reports.

* Security - ZRM allows DBAs to delegate responsibility and set specific privileges of MySQL databases within their database network. Flexibility - Zmanda has added plug-in support to ZRM for MySQL, allowing partners and DBAs to create their own plug-ins to drive snapshot mechanisms.

* 24/7 Enterprise-Class Support - For those customers who need the extra level of support, Zmanda has now offers round-the- clock, 24 x 7 Premium support. "As the role of the DBA has become more complex, simplifying critical ongoing operational processes like data backup have become increasingly important," said Robin Schumacher, MySQL's director of Product Management. "Zmanda's ZRM with the new management console can make backing up MySQL data much easier, giving DBAs the peace of mind that their MySQL data is protected, even in demanding production environments."

Pricing and Availability Zmanda's Management Console for MySQL Backup is available today through a paid subscription to the Zmanda Network (http://www.zmanda.com/network_overview.html), a cost-effective service that offers everything businesses need to successfully deploy lo w cost, enterprise-grade backup solutions.

For enterprise use, Zmanda offers three Zmanda Network subscription levels that include a range of premium-level software, support and services. For community users, Zmanda Network includes a free-of-charge subscription level that provides access to resources such as whitepapers, tutorials, and community forums.

For additional details on ZRM for MySQL, please go to http://www.zmanda.com/zrm-mysql-enterprise.html.

About Zmanda

Zmanda was founded in 2005 to bring the benefits of open source software to the critical operational task of data protection through backup and recovery. The company's flagship offering is the Zmanda Network, a suite of software and services for enterprise data backup and recovery. Zmanda Network offers a network backup solution based on Amanda, the world's most popular open source data backup and recovery technology, as well as an application-specific backup solution, ZRM for MySQL. Zmanda's corporate leadership includes technology veterans with broad experience in enterprise storage and open source software. The company's headquarters are located in Sunnyvale, California.

For more information, visit http://www.zmanda.com or call 510/724-2267.