Cheapest Backup Solution?

I am looking for the cheapest backup software solution for Windows networks
that meets these criteria:

- Uses tape libraries that run AIT2, AIT3, LTO2, and LTO3 drives,
specifically ADIC Scalar 100 and Overland Neo 4100 (yes, I know the latter
doesn't support AIT)

- Works flawlessly over a SAN

- Includes a remote agent capability that does NOT rely on Microsoft
networking and uses a pure TCP/IP interface that can travel easily through
properly-configured firewalls

- Includes very strong media management capabilities, such as the ability to
maintain a grandfather-father-child scheme and produce clear reports
indicating when to take particular tapes out of the library, when to recycle
specific tapes, etc.

- Cost per computer under $50 for up to about 25 computers. Some of the
low-end packages like Veritas Backup Exec are charging $150 or more per
remote agent, which considering how primitive it is makes it pretty
expensive.

What are the best options for the budget and features specified above?

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Will
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