Alike Software Overview
Learn how the industry-leading BDR software can meet all of your backup & recovery needs!
XenServer Backup and Recovery Solutions
Quadric Software is the leading provider of XenServer (formerly Citrix Hypervisor) backup and disaster recovery solutions. Our dedication to XenServer is shown through our unrivaled integration with the XenServer platform. Protect your business with the company that knows Xen best—all in an easy-to-use solution.
Changed Block Tracking
Alike provides the fastest backups for XenServer with Changed Block Tracking (CBT). And we offer the best compression rates on the market.
Endless Flexibility.
Our unique technology allows you to choose what type of backup method you want. Then restore from any backup or replication job.
Web-Based User Interface
Manage your backups from any computer or mobile device. Alike makes your life easier with an intuitive, web-based user interface.
Cross-Platform Protection
Backup, replicate, and restore data across supported platforms with Alike DR. And manage all your jobs from one location.
Powerful, Cross-Platform Suite: Support, Features, and Functions
- Supports all editions of Citrix Hypervisor 7.5 – 8.2 (Including XenServer 8.0)
- Now supports XCP-ng (as of 7.4)
- Changed Block Tracking with Enhanced backup and replication jobs for XenServer 6.5 and up.
- Get support from XenServer experts who have years of valuable experience with this platform.
- Industry-leading global deduplication saves time, storage space, and money.
- Simple, elegant web-based interface simplifies backups while providing greater mobility.
- Backup from—and restore, or replicate to—any storage combination (local, SAN, NAS, etc.).
- Backup from Xen, restore to Hyper-v, or vice-versa!
System Requirements
Alike is delivered by the A3 (Alike Appliance), a high performance purpose built virtual or physical backup appliance. The A3 can be run as a VM under mosts popular hypervisors, or can be installed directly onto bare metal, or as a VM.
The A2 comes at no additional cost, but requires Alike licensing to function.
A3 Platforms
- XenServer/Citrix Hypervisor/XCP-ng (XVA download)
- Microsoft Hyper-v (VHD download)
- Bare-metal/Docker config
Supported Hypervisors (for protection)
- XenServer 8.0, Citrix Hypervisor 7.5 – 8.2 CU1 (all editions)
- XCP-ng 7.4+
- Microsoft Hyper-V (2008 R2 – 2019)
- Windows-based physical machines (2012R2+)
A3 Minimum Requirements
- 2GB RAM
- 32GB+ Disk Space
Backup Storage Requirements
- Any compatible local or supported network storage (CIFS, NFS, GlusterFS)
- Sufficient storage capability for your backup requirements
Why Choose Alike for XenServer Backup and Recovery?
Alike was the first XenServer backup solution to gain Citrix Ready certification. Now, thousands of companies worldwide choose Alike as their XenServer backup solution. We are one of the only backup vendors that offers CBT for Xen.
Alike has always been, and will always remain, ready to use right out of the box with every Citrix XenServer update. No other backup vendor is as dedicated to the XenServer platform as Quadric Software. And no one does XenServer better.
Backup and Disaster Recovery Free Trial
We are proud to offer enterprise backup and DR solutions that is simple to use, and doesn’t break the bank. Get started with the Alike DR free trial that includes everything Alike has to offer. See how easy it is to manage your data with Alike’s intuitive user interface. The 30-day free trial also includes expert support from our dedicated Technical Support Team. Get your free license key and start your trial today!
