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StorageWorks by Compaq TL891DLX DLT MiniLibrary

Models

  • 157300-B21 TL891DLX, 1 Drv, TT, LVD
  • 157300-B22 TL891DLX 2 Drv, TT, LVD
  • 157305-B21 TL891DLX 1 Drv, RM, LVD
  • 157305-B22 TL891DLX 2 Drv, RM, LVD
  • 157301-B21 MiniLibrary Expansion Units, LVD
  • 128670-B21 MiniLibrary Data Unit

TL891DLX Base Library Unit
MiniLibrary Expansion Unit
MiniLibrary Data Unit

  • Each library installation will require, (1) library system, (1) geographically specific power cord, (1) differential SCSI cable for each DLT drive pair, and up to 10 pieces of DLT media with bar code labels for each TL891DLX. Multiple configurations will require additional pass-through kits.
  • The minimum orderable configuration consists of a single library system (for instances where customer already has the necessary SCSI cables, power cord, and media).
  • Installation services may also be ordered for customers who want to have a certified Compaq Engineer perform an on-site library installation.
Overview
  • The StorageWorks™ TL 891DLX DLT MiniLibrary by Compaq offers 800GB (2:1 compression) of storage in a 4U Table Top or Rack configuration.
  • The StorageWorks TL891DLX is scalable to upto 6 units is a Rackmount configuration to provide a maximum of 7.2 TB (2:1 compression) of data backup capacity ·
  • The StorageWorks TL891DLX is qualified with Windows NT & Windows 2000, NetWare, Tru64™ UNIX and OpenVMS, as well as Compaq’s ProLiant and AlphaServer product lines.
TL891DLX Mini-Library Customer benefits include:
  • Can backup large amounts of data in a small backup window·
  • Compatible with a wide variety of operating systems, software applications, and server platforms·
  • Compressed form factor only taking 4U of rack space with a single module·
  • Highly reliable which equates to lower cost of ownership·
  • Does not require special training to operate·
  • Removable magazine for off-site backup storage
 
Key Features
  • Reliable, cost effective backup, restoration and archival solution that fits a growing companies storage needs
  • Supports one or two Compaq DLT 40/80GB tape drives for native transfer rates up to 43.2 GB/hr (maximum) in a single module·
  • Stores up to 800 GB of data ( 2:1 compression) in a single module
  • Scalable modular design can be scaled upto six modules for a maximum storage capacity of up to 7.2 terabytes.
 
Product Highlights
TL891DLX MiniLibrary Base Unit
The TL891DLX base unit can support up to two DLT 40/80GB drives, offering up to 12 MB/s of native backup performance. With 10 data cartridges, the TL891DLX base unit offers 800 GB of compressed storage capacity in a small 4U height.
 
MiniLibrary Expansion Unit
The MiniLibrary Expansion Unit assumes control over all attached TL891DLX modules, allowing for the creation of a multi-module virtual library in a single rack mount configuration. It also provides an additional 1.28 TB (2:1 Compression) of capacity (no drives). The Expansion Unit supports up to (5) five additional modules in a single rack mount configuration. With the use of a special pass-through mechanism, all tapes within this multi-module configuration are available to all DLT drives, making a single virtual library.

This true scalability of performance and capacity allows the end user the opportunity to configure the device to meet their specific requirements, as well as offers a "‘pay as you grow" solution for easy capital management. The multi-unit configuration can also be disassembled at any time and each module redeployed independently to meet changing corporate backup strategies.

 
MiniLibrary Data Unit
The MiniLibrary Data Unit is a 16-cartridge slot rack mount module, which provides for additional capacity (up to 1.28 TB of 2: 1 compressed storage) in a TL891DLX multi-module configuration.
 
Proven Reliability
Using DLT tape drives, and proven robotics with a rating of one million load/unload cycles, the TL891DLX is one of the most reliable mini-libraries in the industry.
 
Proven DLT Technology
Digital Linear Tape uses a proven linear recording technology, a highly accurate tape guide system, and a read after write LZ correction system to provide high-capacity, high reliability data backup and restoration. DLT has fast become the industry-standard secondary storage tape format for departmental and enterprise backup. The Compaq 40/80 DLT drives used in the TL891DLX can read previous versions of DLT cartridges (DLT tape IV, DLT tape IIIxt and DLT tape III).
Manageability
The TL891DLX library configurations are fully supported through Compaq Insight Manager 4.90 and Compaq TSMC V1.2 (tape storage management console), providing information to administrators for both robotic and tape status changes. Other data and automation manageability features are provided via specific third party applications software packages.
 
O/S Support
Windows NT v4.0 and 2000
Novell NetWare v4.11, v4.2 and v5.0
Tru64Unix v4.0f and V5.0a
Open VMS v7.2
 
Server Support
High-End ProLiant™ Servers
ProLiant 8500
ProLiant 8000
ProLiant DL 580
 
Departmental ProLiant Servers
ProLiant ML570
ProLiant ML530
 
Workgroup ProLiant Servers
ProLiant DL380
ProLiant ML370
ProLiant ML350
ProLiant DL360
 
Compaq AlphaServers
AlphaServer GS320, GS160, GS 80 NOTE: supported only under Tru64Unix 4.0G and 5.1, OpenVMS 7.2-1 & 7.3
AlphaServer ES 40
AlphaServer DS 20
AlphaServer DS10
 
SCSI Controllers
Compaq ProLiant servers:
64 bit dual channel Wide Ultra II SCSI Adapter (348757-B21)
64 bit 66 MHz dual channel dual channel Wide Ultra III SCSI Adapter (129803-B21)
 
Compaq AlphaServers:
StorageWorks Ultra LVD single channel 3X-KZPCA-AA
 
Application Support
Compaq supports the following backup/restoration applications software packages:
(Under direct SCSI attach and Compaq EBS for SANs):
Veritas Backup Exec™ v8.5 for Netware
Veritas Backup Exec™ v8.6 for Windows NT/2000
Computer Associates ARCserve2000 Windows NT/2000
Computer Associates ARCserveIT v7.0 for NetWare
Legato Networker v6.1 for Tru64 UNIX and Windows NT/2000
Veritas NetBackup v3. 4 for Tru64Unix and Windows NT / 2000
(Under Compaq EBS for SAN only)
Tivoli TSM v4.1 for Win NT/2000 (under EBS only)
 
(Under direct SCSI attach only):
Storage Library System (SLS) v2.9d for OpenVMS
Archive/Backup System (ABS) v3.0 for OpenVMS
Dantz Retrospect v5.6 Windows NT/2000 (Server and Workgroup Version) – supports one drive configurations only
Automation and Network Utilities
Media Robot Utility (MRU) v1.4
Compaq Insight Manager v4.90
Compaq Tape Storage Management Console v1.2
 
Warranty
(3-1-1) Three year warranty, first year, on-site next day response
NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult the Compaq Customer Support Center for details.
 
Software Components
SmartStart: Server Configuration and software integration tool from Compaq.
Tape Storage Management Console: Tape Management tool from Compaq.
   
Specifications
Control Panel Library and Drive Status
Move tape cartridges
Load/Unload tape drives
Maintenance (drive cleaning, diagnostics)
Library Configuration
Statistics
SCSI Interface LVD SCSI, 68HD interconnect
Form Factor Rack Mount (RETMA, Metric)
Table Top
Dimensions (HxWxD) Height 6.97 in/17.7 cm 4U Rack Height
Width 17.00 in/43.18 cm
Depth Overall, 23.75 in/60.35 cm
Behind panel 22.75 in/57.79 cm
Unit Weight TL891DLX Base Unit
Single Drive 48 lbs/22 kg
Dual Drive 62 lbs/28 kg
Expansion Unit 41 lbs/20 kg
Data Unit 41 lbs/20 kg
Capacity (native) TL891DLX Base Unit 400 GB
Expansion Unit 640 GB
Performance (native) 6 MB/s per drive
TL891DLX Base Unit Supports 1 or 2 40/80 DLT drives for native transfer rates up to 43.2 GB/hr
Maximum Configuration (6 modules) Supports 10 x 40/80 DLT drives for native transfer rates up to 216 GB/hr
Storage Capacity 80 GB per cartridge
(compressed @ 2:1) TL891DLX Base Unit Supports 10 DLT IV cartridges for compressed capacity up to 800 GB
Expansion Unit Supports 16 DLT IV cartridges for compressed capacity up to 1.28 TB
Data Unit Supports 16 DLT IV cartridges for compressed capacity up to 1.28 TB
Maximum Configuration (6 modules) Supports up to 4 MiniLibrary Data Units ( and one TL891DLX and one Expansion Unit) for native capacities up to 3.6 TB
Power Consumption TL891DLX Base Unit 115 VAC @ 1.8 A
240 VAC @1.2 A
Power Requirement 200W, maximum
Acoustic Noise Noise Power Emission Level 7 bels, maximum
Average Sound Pressure Level 52 dBA
Reliability MTBF 280,000 hours (100% duty cycle)
MSBF 1,000,000 load/unload cycles
Product Safety Requirements and Approvals EN60950 (IEC 950), UL1950, CSA C22.2 950, VDE 0805/11.92 (TUV), EMKO-TSE 207/94 (NEMKO, FIMKO, DEMKO, SEMKO), NOM-019-SCFI-1993, KONKAR, MEEI, GOST, EVPU, SIQ, VCCI Class 1, C-Tick (Class A) SMA AZ/NZS 3548 Class A, BCIQ, CE Marking Directive (93/68/EEC) (Class A), EMC Directive [89/336/EEC], Low Voltage Directive [73/23/EEC]
    
Warranty
(3-1-1) Three-year warranty, first year, on-site next day response, years two & three parts exchange.
Additional Warranty protection can be purchased for all TL891DLX DLT Library products.
NOTE: Certain restrictions and exclusions apply. Consult the Compaq Customer Support Center for details.
Compaq Installation and Carepaqs
Compaq Services provides a three-year, limited warranty, fully supported by a worldwide network of resellers and service providers and lifetime toll-free 7 x 24 hardware technical phone support. In addition, available service offerings include a full range of CarePaqs packaged hardware and software services:
  • Installation and start up
  • Extended coverage hours and enhanced response times
  • System management and performance services
Compaq Service & Warranty Support
Additional Warranty protection and/or Compaq Installation packages can be purchased for the TL891DLX DLT Library products:
Software Product Services
  • Standalone telephone support
  • Rights to a new license
  • Media and documentation updates
Hardware Product Services
  • Installation services
  • On-site Maintenance (includes warranty support)
  • Response time upgrades during the warranty period
  • Post-warranty coverage
  • RAID setup and performance consulting via statement of work

For additional hardware installation and maintenance information please refer to the URL’s listed below:
http://www.compaq.com/services/carepaq/us/install/
http://www.compaq.com/services/carepaq/us/hardware/

Warranty Upgrade Options
  • Response - Upgrade on-site response from next business day to same day 4-hours
  • Coverage - Extend hours of coverage from 9 hours x 5 days to 24 hours x 7 days
  • Duration - Select duration of coverage for a period of 1, 3, or 5 years
CarePAQ Information

Sample part numbers:

  • FM-**XHW-363 year, uplift to 5x9, Next Day Response
  • FM-**4HR-363 year, uplift to 5x9, 4hr Response
  • FM-**724-363 year, uplift to 7x24, 4hr Response
  • CarePAQ is defined as an upgrade to the product warranty attribute, available for a specific duration and hours of coverage.
  • CarePAQ is not available for less than the products warranty duration.
  • CarePAQ is available for sale anytime during the warranty period for most products, but the commencement date will be the same as the Warranty Start Date (delivery date to end user customer). Proof of purchase may be required.
  • CarePAQ services are prepaid.

For additional CarePAQ (hardware & software) information, as well as, orderable part numbers please refer to the URL listed below:
http://www.compaq.com/services/carepaq/index.html

 
Related Options
The TL891DLX solution includes seven separate SKU details:
SKU1 – DLT Library System
Includes DLT Library device, 1 or 2 drives, bar code reader, removable 10 slot magazine, (1) DLT IV tape, DLT cleaning cartridge, bar code labels, English hardcopy documentation (Installation and User's Guide), translated documentation CD, installation and configuration CD, MRU and diagnostic software package. Rack mount versions contain mounting rails for Compaq racks. MiniLibrary Expansion unit includes pass through mechanism for multiple configuration installation. Compaq Storage Utility Solutions and trial software for Veritas Backup Exec and Computer Associates ARCserve
SKU2 – Localization Kit
Includes local power cord (and hardcopy translated documentation – Japan only)
(NA power cord shipped with all units)
SKU3 – Drive Upgrade Kit (optional)
Includes one DLT 40/80 drive for upgrade of single drive TL891DLX library
SKU4 – Cartridges & Accessories
Pass-through mechanism kit for multiple module configurations (one required for each additional unit), Additional media or additional magazines
SKU5 - SCSI Cable Kits
For SCSI connectivity from server to tape library
SKU6 – SCSI Host Bus Adapter/ Compaq Modular Data Router (Fiber to SCSI Bridge)
Host Bus adapter for SCSI connectivity from server to tape library in direct SCSI environment
Modular Data Router to connect SCSI Library to Fiber Hub/Switch
SKU7 – Rack Mounting Kits (optional)
For Table Top to Rack Mount device conversion
SKU8– EBS Kits (optional)
For configuring a Compaq EBS solution for Storage Area Networks
       
Part Description Part Number
DLT Library System TL891DLX DLT Library, 1 Drive, Table Top, LVD 157300-B21
TL891DLX DLT Library, 2 Drives, Table Top, LVD 157300-B22
TL891DLX DLT Library, 1 Drive, Rack Mount, LVD 157305-B21
TL891DLX DLT Library, 2 Drives, Rack Mount, LVD 157305-B22
MiniLibrary Expansion Unit, LVD 157301-B21
MiniLibrary Data Unit 128670-B21
 
Power Cords Power Cord, US/canada/Mexico (does not need to be ordered separately, shipped with all unit) 227099-001
 
Drive Upgrade Kits Add-On 40/80 LVD Drive For TL891DLX 157303-B21
Cartridges and Accessories MiniLibrary Pass-Through Mechanism Kit 120880-B21
10-Slot Magazine 120881-B21
DLT IV Data Cartridges, single pack 295194-B21
DLT IV Data Cartridges, 7 pack 295192-B21
DLT Cleaning Cartridge 199704-001
DLT Bar Code Labels 100 pcs 158398-001
 
Host Bus Adapters
Compaq ProLiant servers 64 bit dual channel Wide Ultra II LVD SCSI Adapter 348757-B21
64 bit 66 MHz dual channel dual channel Wide Ultra III LVD SCSI Adapter 129803-B21
Compaq AlphaServers StorageWorks Single channel Ultra LVD SCSI Adapter 3X-KZPCA-AA
Modular Data Router (required for SAN configuration) Modular Data Router (1 FC x 2 LVD SCSI) 163083-B21
Modular Data Router (2 FC x 4 LVD SCSI) 218241-B21
 
SCSI Cable Kits Wide SCSI cable, 5 meter 328215-001
Wide SCSI cable, 10 meter 328215-002
Wide SCSI cable, 15 meter 328215-003
SCSI Cable, VHDCI / Wide, 6 feet 341176-B21
SCSI Cable, VHDCI / Wide, 12 feet 341177-B21
SCSI Cable, VHDCI/Wide, 10 meter 201160-B21
Check the cable-adapter matrix for tape libraries on ftp://ftp.compaq.com/pub/products/storageworks/tape-and-optical-storage/
adapter-cable-matrix.pdf
Rack Mounting Kits MiniLibrary Table Top to Rack Mount Conversion Kit, Alpha Racks 120882-B21
MiniLibrary Table Top to Rack Mount Conversion Kit, Comp ProLiant Racks 120883-B21
 
EBS Kits EBS with Computer Associates ARCserve/ARCserve2000 Solution Kit (EBS for Workgroups, Departments) 203822-001
EBS with VERITAS Backup Exec Solution Kit (EBS for Workgroups, Departments) 203824-001
EBS with VERITAS NetBackup Solution Kit (EBS for Data Centers) 203828-001
EBS with Legato NetWorker Solution Kit (EBS for Data Centers) 203826-001
   
EBS Bundles EBS ARCPaq with Computer Associates (EBS for Workgroups) 189960-B21
EBS BackPaq with VERITAS (EBS for Workgroups) 160999-B21
EBS SANPaq with Computer Associates ARCserve (EBS for Departments) 216289-B21
EBS SANPaq with VERITAS Backup Exec (EBS for Departments) 216290-B21

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