Data Robotics - the makers of Drobo, the World's First Storage Robot - develops automated data storage products designed to ensure data is always protected and easy-to-manage. Drobo is infinitely expandable and provides RAID-like reliability. Unlike other storage arrays, however, Drobo uses patent pending software that is designed for non-technical users who demand reliability without the complexity of RAID. Key Features of Drobo includes some of the most advanced automated features available - including self-monitoring, self-healing and an easy-to-understand visual status and alert panel. Together with DroboShare, Drobo can easily be connected to a local area network to share data.

The company was founded in 2004 by an experienced team with data automation, storage virtualization and enterprise storage technology experience.

Since Drobo's launch in June 2007, the product has received critical acclaim from leading industry publications, noted bloggers, analysts, photographers and digital media enthusiasts. Drobo has received prestigious Editors' Choice awards from CNET, PC Magazine, and Macworld, among others. In October, Data Robotics received first place in its category of Emerging Technologies, sponsored by the San Jose Business Journal. Earlier this year, Data Robotics was named one of the "Most Promising New Companies" at the Silicon Valley Association of Startup Entrepreneurs' "Launch: Silicon Valley 2007."

Data Robotics is privately held and is backed by Greylock Ventures, Sutter Hill Ventures and RRE Ventures. The company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. Company Web site: www.datarobotics.com.