Oracle RMAN Backup and Recovery with FlashArray

This white paper outlines the integration of Oracle Recovery Manager (RMAN) with Everpure FlashArray//E and FlashArray//C for backup and recovery solutions. It addresses the challenges of balancing storage capacity, backup throughput, and restore throughput in Oracle environments. The paper describes how FlashArray provides a cost-effective alternative by enabling fast restore performance without the latency typically associated with deduplication. It details the architecture of RMAN operations that write directly to FlashArray over NFS, utilizing Oracle Direct NFS (dNFS) to enhance throughput. The document also presents validated performance benchmarks, showcasing backup and restore speeds that significantly exceed traditional solutions. Key benefits include faster backup completion, improved recovery SLAs, and simplified operations by eliminating the need for additional software licensing. Additionally, the paper discusses the technology behind RMAN and dNFS, emphasizing their roles in optimizing backup and recovery processes. Overall, it serves as a resource for storage and platform teams looking to implement effective Oracle RMAN solutions.