[April 08, 2009]

Paragon Software(R) Arms SMBs With New Partitioning Software That Builds in Safeguards to Prevent Data Loss

(Market Wire Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) IRVINE, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 04/08/09 -- Paragon Software Group (PSG), the technology leader in innovative data security and data management solutions, today announced the release of the latest version of its hard disk management solution -- Partition Manager 10 Server Edition. This release provides new partitioning features for the desktop as well as high end server platforms, both of which are critical to the small to mid-size business (SMB) community.

Partition Manager 10 Server offers a new level of functionality and ease of use for IT professionals tasked with managing complex server environments.

Offering unmatched compatibility with server hardware and support for the latest operating systems, including Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008, Partition Manager 10 Server also combines its robust disk partitioning functionality with strong backup and recovery options and several advanced tools to prevent data loss on mission critical servers.

With Paragon's Partition Manager 10 Server, users can easily create, format and delete partitions without data loss, utilizing user-friendly wizards.

With the optional Infrastructure Package add-on, users can boot client machines remotely and carry out operations in an unattended mode, as well as utilize Paragon's Adaptive Restore technology when upgrading to dissimilar server and workstation hardware, minimizing downtime. Common tasks can be scheduled with a Task Scheduler function and can be automated for reuse on other systems using a built-in Script Generator. Additional unique functionality Partition Manager 10 delivers to the market includes: -- Create Linux/DOS bootable media on a USB flash drive for fast, reliable maintenance and recovery operations.

-- The only drive partitioning solution that comes with backup and recovery functionality and full support for Windows 7.

-- Support of new partitioning technology (GPT), used now in Windows 7, Vista, Server 2008, Mac OS X, and Linux.

-- With support for Apple Boot Camp the user can back up and restore configurations as well as redistribute any unused space between Mac OS X and Windows partitions.

-- Support for all the latest hardware due to multi-platform, bootable recovery media, based on the latest Linux kernel, PTS-DOS and WinPE 2.0 (WinPE 2.0 available for Professional & Server versions only).

-- An improved two-level user interface to satisfy the needs of both novices and experts.

-- Enlarges NTFS partitions (system, locked) without rebooting Windows and interrupting its work.

-- Bulletproof protection against hardware malfunction, an OS failure or a power outage during critical operations.

-- No need for bootable media when modifying system partitions under Windows, including 64-bit versions.

-- Easy Hard Disk Migration -- Automatically removes free space and proportionally resizes partitions to eliminate additional configuration and down-time costs.

With the introduction of Partition Manager 10 Server, Paragon is now offering new Technician Licensing tiers that provide more flexible, affordable options in terms of licensing for a wide variety of business environments and Value Added Resellers. Independent IT technicians or managed service providers (MSPs) supporting multiple clients have a Technician License specifically for their needs; SMBs managing a small group of servers in a co-located facility have their own tier; and larger business organizations that need to provide tools for multiple technicians in different geographic locations also have their own license tier.

"Paragon's Partition Manager 10 Server Edition offers several key benefits to users," according to Tom Fedro, president of Paragon Software Group, Americas. "Our sophisticated partitioning features, which enable users to easily resize, copy and redistribute free disk space and merge two partitions or recover accidentally deleted or lost partitions, offer an unsurpassed level of functionality and ease of use. With this new release, we have covered all the bases that our customers and resellers have asked for. Partition Manager 10 Server provides complete coverage throughout the administration and maintenance lifecycle of server and desktop storage." Partition Manager 10 Server Edition is available directly from Paragon Software Group's list of authorized resellers as well as the company's website at http://www.paragon-software.com/business/pm-server/.

Partition Manager 10 Server Edition starts at $299. Please call 1-888-347-5462 for sales questions.

About Paragon Software Group Paragon Software Group is an innovative software developer focused on two dynamic growth markets. The company's comprehensive product line for the data storage market addresses the needs of data security, storage and management for PCs, servers and networks. A second portfolio of products focuses on mobile productivity applications for handheld devices. Founded in 1994, Paragon Software has offices in the USA, Germany, Japan, and Russia delivering its solutions to consumers, small business and enterprise clients worldwide through a network of Value Added Resellers, distributors and OEMs as well as online through the company website. Paragon Software provides technology to a host of world class companies and partners including Cisco, Dell, Toshiba, NEC, Siemens, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia, and more. For more information please visit the company website at www.paragon-software.com.

Paragon Software is a trademark of Paragon Software Group. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

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