NetApp Snapshot™ software, the original and most functional point-in-time copy technology, enables you to protect your data with no performance impact and minimal consumption of storage space.
Snapshot technology enables you to create point-in-time copies of file systems, which you can use to protect data—from a single file to a complete disaster recovery solution.
You can use Snapshot while applications are running and create a Snapshot copies in less than a second, regardless of volume size or level of activity on your NetApp system.
Make up to 255 Snapshot copies per volume, instantly, to create online backups for user-driven recovery.
Key Points:
- Perform instant backups with no performance hit, while applications are running
- Copy important data frequently—up to 255 Snapshot copies per volume—in minimal storage space
- Combine with SnapMirror®, SnapRestore®, SnapManager®, and SnapVault® software to build your data protection solution

