Multiple Generations Of Lto And Sdlt Technologies Are Supported By The L80 Storagetek Tape Library

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StorageTek’s comprehensive range of automated tape library solutions brings cost-effectiveness, robust security and superior performance to your backup storage and data protection strategies. StorageTek has intelligently designed a versatile L-80 tape library unit that delivers enterprise-class reliability and tremendous capacity of 64 TB (compressed).

L80 library has been specifically engineered for the rapidly growing demands of distributed IT environments and fast-paced business enterprises. It is the prefect automated tape solution for Linux, UNIX, MS Windows and demanding data centers.

The two leading technologies LTO (linear tape open) and SDLT (super DLT) are supported by the precision-engineered L80 tape library. The first generation (SDLT-200, SDLT-320) and second generation (SDLT-600) tape drives can be integrated with L80 library. On the other hand, the LTO drives supported by L80 tape library are LTO1, LTO2 and LTO3 tape. A blend of LTO and SDLT tape technologies can be seamlessly used for backup operations without the help of any special media management.

This advantageous feature enables ...
... you to utilize your existing SDLT and LTO tape resources, while allowing seamless data transfer across different media types.

As it supports multiple tape media formats, the customers’ investment will not be affected by the rapid technology changes.

Large business enterprises and mid-sized organizations looking for a low-cost solution for their growing corporate databases can count on L80 tape library. It enables easy and quick installation through its convenient plug-and-play connectivity, whereas the increased number of tape slots enables easy scalability. Library status tool has been embedded in L80 library that provides you the flexibility to operate the library functions via Web interface. This remarkable feature not only reduces the operating expenses, but also contributes to the greater administrative control. The L80 library can reliably backup massive 2304 Gigabytes of data within an hour. Thus providing the super-fast backup speed demanded by today’s information systems and time-critical applications. IT managers prefer L80 library solution as its hand-free automation and seamless up-gradation not only enhance the storage value, but also contribute to the long term investment protection.

SDLT and LTO tapes, manufactured by a number of leading tape specialists, are robust enough to tolerate harsh environmental conditions and enable safe transferring of tape cartridges to different off-site locations. Compressed storage capacity of SDLT 2 tape media cartridge seamlessly enhances to 600 GB. The first generation SDLT 1 tape cartridge offer an exceptional 320 GB compressed capacity.

L80 StorageTek library provides your more functionality and reliable data-use options. StorageTek has designed a user-friendly operator panel, which facilitates the users to efficiently configure the library tasks and monitor the performance of tape media and drives. Compact design and tremendous recording capacity enable the space-constrained organizations to fulfill their rigorous demands at an affordable price. Moreover, the remarkable 360,000 hour MTBF provides the rock solid reliability demanded by today’s time-critical applications. This easy-to-implement L80 library saves you money and delivers the cost-effective performance demanded by the fast-growing organizations.

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Frank Miller is the Marketing Manager of Backuptape and markets SDLT tape and LTO3 tape. He has vast experience in the marketing and trading industries and has been helping buyers who have the backup needs and guide clients about the technology.

Frank Miller
3984 Washington Blvd #503 Fremont CA 94538
Tel: 888-686-8273
Fax: 888-449-5050
Email: sales@backuptapes.net