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List:       tru64-unix-managers
Subject:    [Q] Compaq MSL5026DLX Tape Library
From:       Arrigo Triulzi <arrigo () albourne ! com>
Date:       2003-03-27 14:52:32
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Dear all,

I need to upgrade the backup capacity of a server which currently has
a single DLT tape which is no longer sufficient to fit all the new
data disks.

A number of options have been suggested by our vendor but one of the
requirements was that the solution be compatible with both Tru64 Unix
and Windoze (because in the long-term the cunning plan is to replace a
single, solid, DS20 with one or more crap Windoze servers).  It
appears that the Compaq MSL5026DLX Tape Library fits the bill.

Not having used these beasts before I would appreciate some feedback
from the list, in particular:

1) Can I use these Tape Libraries with vdump?  This is to say, if I
   start a vdump to /dev/<whatever> and the first tape finishes will
   the tape library load the second tape automagically and continue?

2) Is is worthwhile investing into the upgrade to SDLT 110/220-GB?

With respect to question 1) from the vendor information I gather that
it is "Supported by most of well known Backup Software, i.e. Veritas,
ARCserve, Legato Networker etc" none of which we use for a simple
reason (cost, non negotiable, "false economies" is a company motto).

Any comments are greatly appreciated,

Arrigo
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