Datasheet
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StorageLibrary T40 Advantages
BUDGET FRIENDLY
With a base configuration price comparable to some autoloaders, the Tandberg
StorageLibrary T40 offers users the lowest entry into truly enterprise storage.
MEETING BACKUP WINDOWS
The StorageLibrary T40 helps customers meet their backup window requirements
by offering customers the option to scale up to 2FH drives and provides
enterprise performance by offering 2 or 4 GB native fibre channel connectivity.
MANAGING EXPONENTIAL DATA GROWTH
The StorageLibrary T40 is one of the higest density libraries in the industry, by
scaling up to 40 tape slots in a 4U rack space. The default capacity of 24 Tape
slots can be increased via Capacity on Demand.
ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT
When it comes to enterprise management, the StorageLibrary T40 has a user-
friendly interface for system setup, control and monitoring. It comes with an
integrated barcode reader, remote management features, Export/Import slot,
Customer Replaceable Units, drive hot swapping; notification via SNMP support/
tape alert/email notification; audible alarm, real time clock functions as standard.
Tape Libraries
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StorageLibrary T40
THE TRULY FLEXIBLE ENTERPRISE STORAGE
The Tandberg StorageLibrary T40 is the most competitively positioned midrange tape library
in the market, combining high capacity (up to 64TB*) and performance into a small 4U rack
optimized solution, supporting both SCSI and FC connectivity. Whether you are planning
for data growths, looking into upgrading to the next generation of LTO
™
drive, storage
consolidation or integrating into a SAN solution, the StorageLibrary T40 was developed
with versatility and flexibility in mind to provide the maximum upgrade path to cater for all
scenarios—while protecting your investment. The Tandberg StorageLibrary T40 is
designed to provide:
• Flexibility to mix SCSI and Fibre Channel in the same library with the ADI interface.
• Flexibility over media with easy cartridge management.
• Flexibility over operations via in-built partitioning that enables users to create 4x
virtual tape libraries.
The StorageLibrary comes with a 1 year Advanced Replacement Service and with 3 years
warranty and support.
Tandberg LTO tape automation solutions are compatible with industry standard, multi-sourced
LTO media. To achieve the best reliability, Tandberg LTO branded and qualified data cartridges
are recommended.
MEDIA COMPATIBILITY CHART
TAPE FORMAT LTO-3 LTO-4
LTO Ultrium 1 R
LTO Ultrium 2 R / W R
LTO Ultrium 3 R / W R / W
LTO Ultrium 4 R / W R / W
TANDBERG STORAGELIBRARY T40 SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL LTO-3 FH LTO-4 FH
Max Capacity - TB
(Native / Comp*)
16/32* 32/64*
Transfer Rate - MB/s* 80/160* 120/240*
Form Factor 2U 2U
No. of Drives 1-2 1-2
No. of Cartridges 24 or 40 24 or 40
Interface Ultra 160 LVD SCSI or FC Ultra 160 LVD SCSI or FC
* Based on a 2:1 Data Compression Rate
DESCRIPTION PART NO.
With 1 x LTO-3 FH Drive SCSI 24 slots 8810 8812 00
With 1 x LTO-3 FH Drive FC 24 slots 8810 8120 00
With 1 x LTO-4 FH Drive SCSI 24 slots 8124
With 1 x LTO-4 FH Drive FC 24 slots 8126
For more configurations please visit www.tandbergdata.com
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