Proven Linux software for your systems

Linux Software — Open to Every Possibility

Leverage the full power of open-source technology: with Linux, every tool and integration path is at your disposal.

Enterprise-grade Linux for the server stack

Linux has become the platform of choice in the data-center. Its modular architecture, straightforward maintenance, and high performance allow it to support every major hardware design—making it fit for any workload.

Professional Linux solutions, built to spec

At Starline you receive precisely the Linux distribution you specify for each server—no substitutions.

Distributed SDS platforms — We deploy Linux in concert with the unified-storage solution Ceph: either inside Ambedded’s ultra-efficient ARM servers or in the flexible, open-source variant PetaSAN (Supermicro-based).
NAS environments — For dedicated NAS appliances we rely on Open-E Jovian DSS, an enterprise storage operating system rooted in the Linux family.

Starline benefits

Highly Experienced

Starline has been active in the sector since 1982 and is a specialist in all aspects of data storage.

Free Guidance

Our excellent email support and technical hotline are free of charge for our customers.

High Availability

Sales: You can reach us weekdays from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm (Fr. 4:30 pm). Support: Assistance from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (Fr. 4:30 pm)

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FAQ - Software

Here are the key questions about our enterprise-software.

Why is a tailor-made enterprise software solution so important for your company?

We believe every IT infrastructure has unique requirements. That’s why we offer precisely adapted software packages—for example, for backup, SAN management, or virtualization. This guarantees that your server and storage landscape work together seamlessly and deliver top performance over the long term.

What types of software are included in our portfolio?

Our range covers all critical categories: backup programs, SAN-management tools, software-defined storage (SDS) solutions, virtualization platforms such as VMware or Windows Server, and Linux distributions for professional workloads. With these technologies we protect and optimize your workloads comprehensively.

We are particularly proud of our partnership with Archiware. Its powerful P5 software suite provides end-to-end data protection through backup, synchronization, and archiving—scalable to match your needs.

How do we ensure our software solutions work smoothly with your hardware?

Before releasing any product, we test it extensively in our lab—including comprehensive compatibility checks with current server hardware. This allows us to guarantee trouble-free integration and to advise you in depth on any specific requirements.

What advantages does our software selection offer for backup and archiving?

We stock only solutions that have proven themselves in demanding enterprise environments. Whether long-term archiving, rapid restore, or flexible storage utilization, our backup software delivers maximum data security and integrates seamlessly into your existing environment whenever needed.

Do we support you with installation, configuration, and ongoing operations as well?

Absolutely. Our team assists you from the initial consultation through implementation and ongoing operational support. If desired, we can also handle maintenance or offer service contracts with guaranteed response times—including 24×7×4 on-site intervention for urgent cases.