Dell PowerVault TL4000 Tape Library Data Backup Solution

Dell PowerVault TL4000 Tape Library Data Backup Solution

• Brand: Dell
• Firmware Revision: 89B2
• Base Spec:-
• Drive 1:
•   :: Element Address: 256
•   :: Control Path Drive: Yes
•   :: Data Compression: Yes
•   :: Interface Type: Fibre Channel
•  :: Node Name: 2001000E111212DD
•   :: Port A: 2002000E111212DD (LN-Port), FC-AL Loop ID (04)
•   :: Port B: 2003000E111212DD (LN-Port), FC-AL Loop ID (04)
• Drive 2 (Identity):
•   :: Element Address: 257
•   :: Control Path Drive: No
•   :: Data Compression: Yes
•   :: Interface Type: Fibre Channel
•   :: Node Name: 2007000E111212DD
•   :: Port A: 2008000E111212DD (LN-Port), FC-AL Loop ID (05)
•   :: Port B: 2009000E111212DD (LN-Port), FC-AL Loop ID (05)
•   :: Code Updates: Web and either host bus or RMU for drives / Web and RMU only for library code update
•   :: User Interface Types: Operator Control Panel / Remote Web Management
• Possible Configurations:
•   ::  1 LTO-3 SCSI Full-Height Drive
•   ::  1 LTO-3 FC4 Full-Height Drive
•   ::  1 LTO-4 3Gb SAS Full-Height Drive
•   ::  1 LTO-4 FC4 Full-Height Drive
•   ::  1 or 2 LTO-3-060 3Gb SAS Half-Height Drive(s)
•   ::  1 or 2 LTO-4-120 3Gb SAS Half-Height Drive(s)
•   ::  1 or 2 LTO-5-140 6Gb SAS Drive(s)
•   ::  1 or 2 LTO-5-140 FC8 Drive(s)
•   ::  Library Managed Encryption available with LTO-4 drives and LTO-5
• :: Supported Tape Drive Technologies: LTO-3-060 / LTO-3 / LTO-4-120 / LTO-5-140
• :: Max Number of Data Cartridges: 48
• :: Max Storage Capacity: 38.4Tb (Native) / 76.8Tb (Compressed)
• :: Number of Slots: 48
• :: Condition: Refurbished
• :: Compatibility: N/A
• :: MPN: N/A
• Warranty: 1 (one) year Tekmart Warranty
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Key points to note on these TL4000 Dell Tape Libraries:-

The Dell PowerVault™ TL4000 tape library offers expandable and cost-effective tape automation, making it the ideal solution for organizations needing a versatile and easy-to-use midrange backup system. Designed for small to large businesses, this 4U solution can be rack-mounted or converted into a desktop setup, providing flexibility for various environments. It features web-based remote management, enabling diagnostics, status checks, firmware upgrades, and more. The library also supports automated data protection and library-managed encryption to enhance security and reduce manual intervention.

The TL4000 streamlines backup processes with optical cartridge location technology, ensuring precise handling and inventory, which improves overall reliability. It supports iSCSI SAN environments using an iSCSI-to-SAS bridge card, allowing seamless integration into iSCSI Ethernet SANs with transfer speeds of around 50MB/s. This compatibility extends to Dell’s PowerVault M3000i and EquaLogic™ PS iSCSI arrays, enhancing scalability as your storage needs grow.

Simplifying operations, the TL4000 allows for tape imports and exports either individually through a mail slot or in batches using two magazines. Barcode scanning technology tracks tape media locations to ensure data is securely stored. The intuitive LCD interface provides on-site management, while remote administration capabilities allow you to monitor, configure, and perform diagnostics from anywhere, making the TL4000 an efficient, user-friendly backup solution.