CrashPlan Workstation Backup
CrashPlan Workstation Backup
CrashPlan is a software solution for Windows, Mac, and Linux that automatically and securely backs up computer data to the cloud. HIPAA compliance is possible in certain scenarios.
Features
- Locally installed application that scans your drive(s) and backs them up to the cloud. Program files and Operating Systems are not included in scans/backups
- Retains a version of your data every fifteen minutes for the last week
- Every four hours for the last 90 days
- Once a day beyond that
- Deleted files are not removed from backups, so those can be recovered as well
- Databases and email archives, "living files," are not recommended for backup with this service
- Data is protected with 256-bit AES encryption before it leaves the computer. It is securely transmitted to the CrashPlan cloud and remains encrypted at rest.
- The computer does not need to be connected to the URMC network for the service to function
Get Started
To enroll in a subscription, please complete the Crashplan Request Form.
Cost
Individual Plan
Yearly Cost: $87 / user license
Benefits
This plan entitles customers to unlimited cloud backup and versioning for up to four computers. Customers can customize what data gets backed up and restore data from any computer with Internet access. Customers also have full access to all their backed up computers using the iOS and Android apps, which can also be used to restore data.
Limitations
The maximum number of computers that can be backed up on the individual plan is four and can only be added on computers assigned to a single user. This plan also does not have the ability to designate another user as an administrator. If you exceed this limit or want another user to assist in administering your account, you should request the lab / departmental plan.
Great For
Individuals with multiple devices, frequent travelers, and/or power users may desire to use the platform's capabilities.
Lab/Departmental Plan
Yearly Cost: $87/license; $87/administrator account
Benefits
Unlimited backup/versioning for all computers designated within the lab/department. This plan can back up as many computers as needed and is purchased in blocks of four computer “seats” at a time for $87 per block annually. This plan also allows a lab/department to designate power users and/or departmental IT staff to perform administrative tasks and restore data. Each “administrator” account requires an additional license that costs $87 per year per administrative user.
For example, if a lab had seven computers to back up and wanted one lab manager to control the backups/perform restores, the cost would be $261 per year--$174 for licensing eight computers and $87 for the administrative user account for the lab manager.
Limitations
End computer users cannot change backup settings, perform restores, use mobile apps, or receive email notifications (unless the account administrator configures notifications to a distribution list).
Great For
Research labs, department-wide deployments, user groups supported by departmental IT staff, and user groups with a strong technical lead.
Departments not directly supported by the Office of Research IT will need to consult with their assigned IT support team before ordering. An administration account must be allocated and assigned to your IT team so they can assist you with support.
Contact
For further information, please contact the Office of Research IT.