May 28, 2002 [Number 223]     Printable version (492k PDF)

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A Very Successful Disaster Recovery Test by the NIH Computer Center in March

CIT's hot-site test on March 27, 2002, was the most successful so far for all participants.

On March 26, CIT successfully restored all systems in record time and had them operational with network connectivity much earlier than in previous tests. The dedicated T1 line connecting NIHnet to the hot site in New Jersey was operational without a hitch. Thus, everything was ready for customer testing on the morning of March 27.

Customer testing on the OS/390 Titan and South systems and EOS went smoothly—the few minor glitches were easily surmounted. Several customers were able to compare their disaster recovery test results against prior production runs. This was possible because the tapes used for the disaster recovery test predated the production runs. The comparisons showed an exact match, verifying the capability of the remote site to carry on NIH and HHS business in the event of a disaster.

The next disaster recovery test is scheduled for November 13, 2002.