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Backup Exec Deduplication Assessment Tool

GFK
Symantec Employee

Technical introduction to the upcoming Backup Exec Deduplication Assessment tool, designed to enable partners to demonstrate the value of Backup Exec deduplication technology within customer environments by scanning server resources and generating accurate deduplication assessment reports.

Posted: 19 Dec 2011 | 4 comments
New Certification Badge on Symantec Connect

Eileen
Admin

We have just launched a new feature on Symantec Connect today that I think you'll really like. For those users that have been "Certified" by Symantec (aka: Symantec Certified Specialist or SCS) you will now see a blue "certification" badge next to the users name...

Posted: 25 Jan 2012 | 17 comments
Symantec Partners Enabling Better Backup for Customers

Randy Cochran
Symantec Employee

Today, Symantec announced better backup for our partners and their customers, with the release of Backup Exec 2012 and NetBackup 7.5 leading the charge. Backup should not be a daunting task for any organization. With this launch, we are providing options that will enable our partners to tailor...

Posted: 06 Feb 2012 | 0 comments

updated blog entry 10 Feb 2012

Eileen posted: New Certification Badge on Symantec Connect

We have just launched a new feature on Symantec Connect today that I think you'll really like. For those users that have been "Certified" by Symantec (aka: Symantec Certified Specialist or SCS) you will now see a blue "certification" badge next to the users name. The certification program here at Symantec combines our data protection, high availability, and security credentials ...

discussion comment 10 Feb 2012

Eileen commented on: Updates to PartnerNet content

Hi Marianne, I'm going to do some investigation and see what I can find out for you. Stay tuned. ~Eileen

idea comment 09 Feb 2012

DougAuto commented on: Please bring back "Find Unmanaged Computers" Wizard from SEP 11.x

Completely agree... Symantec got this "enhancement" for SEP 12 completely wrong. Bring back the old way so I only receive a list of machines that actually need the software.

discussion comment 08 Feb 2012

Cowboydroid commented on: Tablet Data Loss Prevention will be here soon...are you ready?

Google makes it easy to see what the applications permissions are and what it can access. It's pretty obvious when you're downloading malware. If you can't tell just from the description of the app, look at the permissions. However, the best way to keep yourself safe and not needing to use any antivirus on your android tablet is to not not download any strange crap from sources you ...

updated discussion 08 Feb 2012

GetTeck posted: How do we gain access to banner ads?

I need a solution We are new to the Symantec partner program. After many denials through Symantec's Commision Junction program the Symantec Rep told us that we needed to sign up through the partner program instead. Now that we are in the partner program we cannot find any Banner material for our sites. Any ideas? ...

discussion comment 08 Feb 2012

Thomas K commented on: Threatcon doesn't seem to work on WordPress

The widget should work. Are you seeing any errors in the browser? Have you tried different browsers? You might try posting the issue in the WordPress forums. http://wordpress.org/support/

updated blog entry 06 Feb 2012

Randy Cochran posted: Symantec Partners Enabling Better Backup for Customers

Today, Symantec announced better backup for our partners and their customers, with the release of Backup Exec 2012 and NetBackup 7.5 leading the charge. Backup should not be a daunting task for any organization. With this launch, we are providing options that will enable our partners to tailor backup solutions to each unique customer – from enterprises to SMBs. Symantec has also made ...

download comment 02 Feb 2012

KiMurphy commented on: Accreditation Training and Exams

Thx Ajit - a link to those instructions can also be found under each STS within PNet under "How to register"

updated event 01 Feb 2012

Binny_Peh posted: Symantec Partner Boot Camp @ VMware Partner Exchange 2012

Venetian Conference Center, Marcello Ballrooms 4504/ 4505/ 4506 Sun, 12 February, 2012 - 9:00 - 17:00 PST Calling VMware partners who are interested in increasing sales revenue and providing business critical virtualization to their ...

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Vancouver

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

discussion comment 10 Feb 2012

Eileen commented on: Updates to PartnerNet content

Hi Marianne, I'm going to do some investigation and see what I can find out for you. Stay tuned. ~Eileen

discussion comment 08 Feb 2012

Cowboydroid commented on: Tablet Data Loss Prevention will be here soon...are you ready?

updated discussion 08 Feb 2012

GetTeck posted: How do we gain access to banner ads?

discussion comment 08 Feb 2012

Thomas K commented on: Threatcon doesn't seem to work on WordPress

The widget should work. Are you seeing any errors in the browser? Have you tried different browsers? You might try posting the issue in the WordPress forums. http://wordpress.org/support/

discussion comment 01 Feb 2012

Marianne van den Berg commented on: Rewards Points Transfer

I have done the same. I have not registered a new SymAccount - simply updated my SymAccount email address. My new company had to enable PartnerNet access with new details and also requested transfer of Accreditations. During this period, my 'Accreditation' badge disappeared from my profile, but came back once all transfers were done. In the meantime my Connect activity carried on ...

discussion comment 19 Jan 2012

CraigV commented on: how can i change password ?

Guys: Please don't post on something that is nearly 8 months old...

discussion comment 01 Dec 2011

Christy Loerzel commented on: Problem in Symantec PartnerNet when try to download free softweare

If you are having issues ordering NFR Licences via PartnerNet, see the step by step instructions below to get activated on the Partner Benefits Administration System (PBAS). You can order licences from the “Your Partner Program” link, then selecting “Benefits” and then selecting “Software Licence Benefits” (see below) You ...

discussion comment 24 Nov 2011

Ajit Jha commented on: How to get extra rebates by selling Symantec Product

There is another Income and i.e. Incentive Program for Sales

discussion comment 24 Nov 2011

Ajit Jha commented on: What's is training credit?

Completely Blank on your query, not at all clear. Visibilty required

discussion comment 23 Nov 2011

Ajit Jha commented on: LAUNCH NOTIFICATION: Data Insight Implementation SDRK (Service Delivery Resource Kit )

Thanks for the information shared

article comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: New benefit to Partner Accreditations and Authorizations - now part of your Connect Profile!

Very cool addition. This helps make the community stronger.

article comment 04 Jan 2012

skibridgo commented on: How to get trained, accredited and specialized at Symantec

Pathways to Enablement V4 includes all the latest regional specialization and master specialization information making this the one document you will want to reference repeatedly. Are you unsure what you need to complete in order to become specialized or master specialized? This is the place to find the information specific to your region.

updated article 31 Aug 2011

Dave Dzienciol posted: Pacific Partner Engage Kicks-Off in Port Douglas, Queensland

Pacific Partner Engage Kicks-Off in Port Douglas, Queensland The Pacific Partner Engage Conference is one of Symantec’s most important events of the year and last week, I had the great opportunity to meet with approximately 30 senior channel executivesfrom Australia and New Zealand to share with them our plans for the future as well as celebrate some of the key milestones achieved ...

updated article 11 Jul 2011

jfowler posted: Going Deep with Small Business - A Guide for IT Consultants & Solution Providers

Several months ago Larry Walsh, President and CEO, The 2112 Group, presented at a Symantec webinar on how to find and retain new customers. Find attached a summary of the presentation. The information was valuable in helping you approach customers from a new perspective. Let me know if you are interested in a recording of the webinar? Thanks. jeff 2112 SB Primer 120610 (2).pdf ...

article comment 14 Apr 2011

Volo commented on: Partner Led Services Delivery

Here you say that "Symantec realized that there was a need to help partners get access to the intellectual property (IP) that was once only available to internal Symantec Partners". I have question: who are these "internal Symantec Partners"? I didn't understand what does the word 'internal' mean in this case? The attached PDF is very compact but still informative. Question: why ...

article comment 17 Feb 2011

EdT commented on: Get Wise – Use SymWISE

The content of the old Altiris KB appears to have been migrated into Symwise, as I have been able to find tech notes and articles from the Altiris KB in there. The only complaint I have is that the URL is not memorable. Maybe one day we can just type in something like http://kb.symantec.com and find ourselves in the right place.

article comment 10 Jan 2011

Auntyasher commented on: Partner Training Curriculum path for Specialization (APJ)

Hi Kiran, One way is to get e-book access, where user could download the training materials and read them in their own pace. Do get access, drop a note to your sym account contact with the following details: Name Company, Partner Level email address PartnerNet id

new article 27 Dec 2010

AChrobok posted: EMEA enhanced Symantec Partner Program Spezialisierung Informationen & Schulungsmöglichkeiten

Für bestmögliche Unterstützung bietet Symantec Vertriebspartnern viele Tools für die Vorbereitung auf Akkreditierungsprüfungen und die neuen Spezialisierungen. Nachfolgend befindet sich eine Zusammenstellung der vielen Schulungsmöglichkeiten sowie im Anhang, die EMEA Enhanced Symantec Partner Program & Spezialisierung Informationen auf Deutsch. Hier finden Sie Informationen ...

article comment 13 Oct 2010

KiMurphy commented on: New Guides on how to get trained & accredited!

Great to hear Gaurav! There's actually an updated version coming out in a few weeks which will contain all the additional info on how to get specialized! Kind regards, Kim

article comment 11 Oct 2010

KiMurphy commented on: Curriculum roadmap to EV specialization

Just an added comment to make sure you take the training & accreditations on the very latest product release, which in this case would be EV 9 (as opposed to 8) !

updated blog entry 10 Feb 2012

Eileen posted: New Certification Badge on Symantec Connect

updated blog entry 06 Feb 2012

Randy Cochran posted: Symantec Partners Enabling Better Backup for Customers

blog entry comment 01 Feb 2012

bert.geiger commented on: My First 100 Days… leading the Symantec University for Partners Team

I can only second that; to be forced to use IE just for this one application is not good.

blog entry comment 01 Feb 2012

Marianne van den Berg commented on: Do you need a Quick Start for the 8 New Storage and Management Availability products? – It’s Available Now

Absolute GREAT idea! When will this doc be updated? Most of the tools listed in the the 1st column still says: (availability late December).

blog entry comment 28 Jan 2012

speedfreak commented on: Symantec Channel Marketing Update- December 2011

hi tricia indeed year was blasting with new innovations. looking forward more this year. (eagerly awaiting for NBU 7.5 ad BE 2012 with DLO 7.0 soon). i checked with Sympoints but it seems it's for North America region. is there similar program for APJ partners?

updated blog entry 19 Jan 2012

StandAround posted: Installing Symantec Scan Engine on a Cluster

You want to know the procedure or best practice regarding installing Symantec Scan Engine on a clustered environment. The Scan Engine Server itself does not know that other scan engines exist and is not Cluster Aware. The recommendation for Scan Engine is always a dedicated stand alone server, or a pool of stand-alone servers that can be contacted by an ICAP client. The ICAP ...

updated blog entry 13 Jan 2012

dmitrio posted: Why You Should Use Online Storage Services

Most of you don’t really use online storage for storing photos, videos, music files, and documents. Online storage solutions are becoming more and more popular thanks to the added features and integration options the available solutions have to offer. If you are wondering why you should use online storage services, here are a few good reasons to consider. The amazing integration ...

updated blog entry 27 Dec 2011

Eileen posted: Check out SymantecTV for Videos on Symantec Products and Technology

Hello Partners, If you like to get your information about Symantec products and technology in a video format, be sure to check out the recently redesigned SymantecTV. With a more modern look, you can now search videos and browse through each video category with greater integration. In addition, there is more subtitling and language support. And, for those of you that are always ...

updated blog entry 27 Dec 2011

Randy Cochran posted: Here’s to New Beginnings in 2012

2011 is coming to an end. And as we celebrate the successes of the past year, it's also a great time to start looking toward 2012. What are you going to do to grow your business and increase your relevance in the new year? Here are a few of my tips: Step outside of your comfort zone – Key trends – cloud computing , virtualization , mobile , and information ...

updated blog entry 19 Dec 2011

Tricia Atchison posted: Symantec Channel Marketing - December Update

As 2010 draws to a close I wanted to update you on several topics in Channel Marketing. Please contact your marketing manager or channel account manager for more information about the Symantec Channel and follow us on Twitter for the latest updates. www.twitter.com/symcpartners There’s great news for partners who are participating the Sympoints Rewards Program . We’re now ...

updated event 01 Feb 2012

Binny_Peh posted: Symantec Partner Boot Camp @ VMware Partner Exchange 2012

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Vancouver

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Calgary

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Montreal

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Toronto

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

event comment 01 Feb 2012

BYU_Cougar commented on: Symantec Seminar: Better Backup for All - Ottawa

Tweet to us from the event and let us know what you think. Be sure to include our partner Twitter handle in your message @SYMCPartners!

new event 02 May 2011

Jenna Lolli posted: Technical Training on the Latest Version of Symantec Endpoint Protection Near You!

24 cities across the U.S. Tue, 17 May, 2011 - 8:45 PDT - Thu, 16 June, 2011 - 8:45 PDT Symantec is hosting a technical seminar in 24 cities across the country. Join us for a technical evening to learn about the latest release of Symantec ...

updated event 19 Apr 2011

Susie Spencer - BE Product Marketing posted: Webcast: Managed Services Cloud & Security Summit

http://www.levelplatforms.com/summit/default.aspx?xref=sym Tue, 26 April, 2011 - 11:00 - 13:00 PDT Presented by Level Platforms, Sponsored by Symantec and Microsoft If you are a current Managed Services Provider, Solution Provider, or ...

updated event 19 Apr 2011

Susie Spencer - BE Product Marketing posted: Webcast: Managed Services Cloud & Security Summit

http://www.levelplatforms.com/summit/default.aspx?xref=sym Wed, 27 April, 2011 - 8:00 - 10:00 PDT Presented by Level Platforms, Sponsored by Symantec and Microsoft If you are a current Managed Services Provider, Solution Provider, or ...

new event 06 Apr 2011

ymassey posted: Webcast: Symantec Internet Security Threat Report: How Changes in the Threat Landscape Impact Your Customers

Go.symantec.com/partner_webcasts2 Tue, 26 April, 2011 - 11:00 - 12:00 PDT The Internet threat landscape is continually changing and increasingly sophisticated attacks are targeting your organization’s infrastructure and confidential ...

updated video 30 Jan 2012

Eileen posted: How to Extend NetBackup to Include Remote Office Backup

Requirements, Environment, Solution implemented and customer, partner and Symantec benefits. Video Length: 7:28 https://accounts.brightcove.com/en/terms-and-conditions/ . --> https://accounts.brightcove.com/en/terms-and-conditions/ . --> ...

updated video 24 Jan 2012

Toni Adams posted: Symantec Alliance Network

Learn about the Symantec Alliance Network from Toni Adams, VP of Global Channel Marketing and Alliances Marketing. Toni talks about how combining Symantec products with those of our strategic alliance partners can create revenue opportunities. Be sure to check out the points-based loyalty program , too! why ...

updated video 27 Dec 2011

GFK posted: Backup Exec Deduplication Assessment Tool

Technical introduction to the upcoming Backup Exec Deduplication Assessment tool, designed to enable partners to demonstrate the value of Backup Exec deduplication technology within customer environments by scanning server resources and generating accurate deduplication assessment reports. any tentative timelines ...

video comment 23 Nov 2011

Terry Cutler commented on: Two Factor Authentication with Intel IPT and Symantec VIP

The desktop application is available at https://idprotect.verisign.com/desktop/home.v

video comment 12 Oct 2011

mrmcompserv commented on: Partner Connect: A Great Resource!

Great video...

updated video 28 Sep 2011

skibridgo posted: Michele Perry from WideStreets would "go to the moon" to access Symantec's Service Delivery Resource Kit - Watch this video and you may want to as well.

Widestreets has taken advantage of Symantec's partner led services model. While Symantec has significantly enhanced channel enablement programs to support channel partners’ consulting services capabilities it still takes partner participation and buy in to make services delivery a reality. Enhancements such as ...

updated video 28 Sep 2011

skibridgo posted: Partner Led Service Delivery In Action. Listen to Brian Blake from Datalink, a Symantec partner, talk to the benefits both partners and customers experience as a result of Symantec’s recent shift in services delivery philosophy.

The launch of the partner-led services delivery model offers Symantec partners, such as Datalink, additional opportunities to grow their business and augment their consulting expertise in the enterprise and mid-market segments. Symantec is committed to supporting our partners’ success and is confident its vision for ...

updated video 07 Jul 2011

PartnerAssist_GPSC posted: PartnerAssist - Helping Partners Deliver Consulting Services

Learn how Symantec PartnerAssist Program helps Partners effectively deliver consulting services with rich intellectual Property on Assessment Framework, Implementation Design and Transformation Assistance. (Partners, Training, North America) () Symantec, Training Learn how Symantec PartnerAssist ...

updated video 14 Mar 2011

Eileen posted: Symantec Endpoint Protection 12: SMB Partner Thoughts

Symantec Partners talk about their impressions of Symantec Endpoint Protection 12. Symantec single video player. https://accounts.brightcove.com/en/terms-and-conditions/ . --> https://accounts.brightcove.com/en/terms-and-conditions/ . --> ...

updated video 26 Jan 2011

Auntyasher posted: Symantec Launches the Enhanced Symantec Partner Program

David Dzienciol, Vice President Channel Sales and SMB, Asia Pacific & Japan, talks about the evolution of the Symantec Partner Program and maps out the plans for 2011 including: offering opportunities for predictable, profitable growth, providing superior customer value and developing tools that let you focus on building ...

idea comment 09 Feb 2012

DougAuto commented on: Please bring back "Find Unmanaged Computers" Wizard from SEP 11.x

Completely agree... Symantec got this "enhancement" for SEP 12 completely wrong. Bring back the old way so I only receive a list of machines that actually need the software.

idea comment 31 Jan 2012

Bijoy K Korah commented on: Welcome to Symantec Ideas!

Hi Is there a way to automatically send virus alert notification as emails to logged on Users and Symantec Manager. Regards, Bijoy K.Korah +91-9961442425

updated idea 27 Jan 2012

ya4ept posted: Forum

inconvenient forum! it is too narrow! change the file: https://www-secure.symantec.com/connect/sites/defa... .fixed-width { margin: 0 auto; padding: 0; width: 90%; } (Partners, Asia Pacific, Australia, EMEA, Japan, North America) () Symantec inconvenient forum! it is too narrow! change the file: ...

idea comment 12 Dec 2011

davidbaldwin commented on: Get Ask.com to recognize and list websites that are Norton/VeriSign verified

http://community.norton.com/t5/Norton-360/Ask-com-Safe-Web-search-doesn-t-list-Norton-Secured-website/m-p/609730#M61803 db

idea comment 16 Nov 2011

Goltrek commented on: Alexander M.C Anago Enterprise Security Consultant( Globalinfoswift Technologies Limited)

Sorry aanago-123, but I need to share with you my opinion. From a technical perspective, I can agree with you. Maybe this feature will facilitate some tasks... mainly for troubleshooting or upgrade (This last in the minor of the cases). Until now, OK with your idea. But from a commercial perspective I can't share your idea. I respect it, but not share it. Our competitors (as I ...

idea comment 16 Nov 2011

Goltrek commented on: Centralized Renewal Management

Nicholas, you're right. Recently I saw that portal from VMware to manage renewals opportunities. I think too it's important to us to have a way to track all contracts. Particularly we use a CRM platform that facilitates this tasks, but sometimes even this tool is not enough. I think this is a great idea, and Symantec Partner Program's team must have on scope for next ...

updated idea 27 Oct 2011

TTCD_Y2 posted: DeployAnywhere feature enhancement for the non-critical driver types

I think it would be very interesting if the "DeployAnywhere" of the D.S 7.1 could install the latest drivers onto the target PC which already had the in-box drivers installed after SYspreped Image was completed. (Partners, Features, Installing, North America) () Symantec, Features, Installing I think it would be very interesting if the "DeployAnywhere" of the D.S 7.1 could ...

updated idea 19 Oct 2011

LBuckler posted: USB Network Adapters DOS Drivers and Ghost

It would be great if Symantec would partner with Catc and sell the external USB2.0 to 10/100 ethernet connector, with DOS drivers, to do ghost images, rather than having to continually search for NDIS drivers every time a new computer comes out with a NIC that is not recognized by the ghost console or if it is listed in the Ghost Boot Wizard, and still does not work. It would save IT ...

idea comment 15 Sep 2011

IncrediBill commented on: Unified Access to NFR or Trial software for Symantec Partners

Hi Adam Did you finally pass the PGP exam? I am taking this test tomorrow, and have followed the same path as you have, and have worked with it to a degree. Any advice? Thanks in advance..

new idea 22 Aug 2011

Srikanth Gubbala posted: Benefit to Customer Certification on Connect Profile

Hi As a part new intiative on "New benefit to Partner Accreditations and Authorizations - now part of your Connect Profile", it would be great if similar kind of benefit is introduced to Customers who are certified in Symantec products. Regards, Srikanth SCS(5.X,6.x,7.x) (Partners, IT Consultant Collaboration, Asia Pacific, Australia, EMEA, Japan, North America) () ...