This paper provides guidance on integrating Computer Associates BrightStor ARCserve Backup and Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager (DPM) for designing an optimum data protection solution. It explains how DPM works and how the customer will benefit from using it in conjunction with BrightStor ARCserve Backup. It gives guidance on issues and configuration questions that storage administrators will encounter in deploying the combined solution. It also addresses common backup and recovery scenarios to assist in disaster recovery planning.