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L40 tape library

The L40 tape library is affordable and high-performance data management for demanding NT, Novell, Linux and UNIX environments. Combining StorageTek’s high-speed robotics with innovative upgradeability, the L40 tape library solves growing data backup needs. StorageTek’s Adaptive Media Technology supports true mixed-media within the same library without partitioning, for easy data migration and upgrades. The L40 tape library is plug-and-play and provides hot-swappable tape drives, fans and redundant power for ultimate high availability and reliability that is backed by StorageTek’s proven reliability and world-class support.


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Spec Summary
  
Capacity, native (uncompressed):(maximum configuration 40 cartridges)
LTO Gen 1 (100 GB/cart) - 4.0 TB
LTO Gen 2 (200 GB/cart) - 8.0 TB
LTO Gen 3 (400 GB/cart) - 16.0 TB
SDLT 320 (160 GB/cart) - 6.4 TB
SDLT 600 (300 GB/cart) - 12.0 TB
Number of cartridge slots:20, 40
Number of tape drives / types:1-4 LTO Gen 1, 2, 3, SDLT 320, SDLT 600 drives or a combination
Supported host platforms:UNIX, Linux, Windows NT, Novell NetWare
 
Related Information
Product CollateralTechnical Documents
L40 Tape Library offering collateral (pdf 160K June 2005)
L20/L40/L80 series collateral
L40 tape library collateral
L20, L40, L80 tape libraries - technical brief
Compatibility matrix for tape libraries and drives (pdf 1.3MB Mar 2005)
 
 
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ApplicationsTop

Disaster recovery
L40 library backup tapes can be stored offsite, providing low-cost disaster protection in distributed Windows, Novell, Linux and UNIX environments.

Backup and restore
The L40 library, configured with tape drives and tape media, provides backup and recovery for departments, applications and small data center environments using Windows, Novell, Linux and UNIX operating systems.

Features and IT BenefitsTop

Ease of use
Any administrator can install, configure and operate the L40 library. Remote monitoring and diagnostic tools simplify management.

Space, cost savings
With the capacity to store up to 16 terabytes in a single unit, the L40 library lets you store more data in less physical rack space, saving you both space and money.

Enhanced data protection
With its unmatched reliability and hands-free automation, the L40 library helps you keep Open Systems data protected and available.

Easy expandability
As your needs grow, you can easily add drives or cartridges, advance to new drive technologies or swap to a larger library at a reduced price.

Any Cartridge Any Slot™ technology
Support for multiple tape drive technologies lets you mix and match tape technologies and migrate data seamlessly within the same library. The L40 library supports LTO Ultrium Gen 1, 2, and 3, SDLT 320 and 600.

Library Status Tool
This tool’s Web-based remote diagnostic capabilities help you reduce operational costs and enhance reliability.

SNMP trap
An embedded SNMP agent facilitates network management and notification over an Ethernet connection.

SAN-readiness
An embedded Fibre Channel router enables you to connect the L40 library to a storage area network for increased scalability, availability and share-ability.

 
PricingTop

Pricing varies depending on configuration and selected options. Product pricing does not include associated implementation service costs. Contact the "How to buy" help desk at 1-800-275-4785 (01-303-673-2800) for more information.

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SoftwareTop
StorageTek Library Manager software
StorageTek Library Manager software provides simplified management of tape libraries and lower operations costs with the ability to share resources between applications.
 
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L40 tape library front door openL40 tape library rear panelL40 tape library front

 
SpecificationsTop
Performance
 
Throughput per hour, native (uncompressed):(maximum configuration 4 drives)
LTO Gen 1 (15 MB/sec) - 216.0 GB/hr
LTO Gen 2 (30 MB/sec) - 432.0 GB/hr
LTO Gen 3 (80 MB/sec) - 1152.0 GB/hr
SDLT 320 (16 MB/sec) - 230.4 GB/hr
SDLT 600 (36 MB/sec) - 518.4 GB/hr
Audit time:<2 min
Average cell to drive time:6.0 sec
Capacity
 
Capacity, native (uncompressed):(maximum configuration 40 cartridges)
LTO Gen 1 (100 GB/cart) - 4.0 TB
LTO Gen 2 (200 GB/cart) - 8.0 TB
LTO Gen 3 (400 GB/cart) - 16.0 TB
SDLT 320 (160 GB/cart) - 6.4 TB
SDLT 600 (300 GB/cart) - 12.0 TB
Number of cartridge slots:20, 40
Number of tape drives / types:1-4 LTO Gen 1, 2, 3, SDLT 320, SDLT 600 drives or a combination
Cartridge access port (CAP):2-cartridge slot CAP
Availability
 
Mean exchanges / swaps between failure (MEBF/MSBF):2,000,000
Mean time between failures (MTBF):360,000 hr (full operation)
Mean time to repair (MTTR):<30 min
Non-disruptive serviceability:Hot-swappable drives with power supply and fan, plus Ethernet and serial ports for diagnostics and reporting.
Compatibility
 
Supported host platforms:UNIX, Linux, Windows NT, Novell NetWare
Robotics control interfaces:LVD or HVD SCSI
Any Cartridge Any Slot™ technology:Simultaneous non-partitioned support of multiple tape and media types
Management
 
Library Admin software:Advanced reporting monitoring and notification of the library (optional)
Library Manager software:Remote management and true library sharing between applications within a network (optional)
Framework Library Monitor software:Host-based, and over SCSI. Allows the library to be centrally viewable via a framework application. (i.e. Computer Associates Unicenter, Hewlett-Packard OpenView, Tivoli NetView) (optional)
Library Status Tool software:Embedded software for remote monitoring and diagnostics of entire system
SNMP:Embedded SNMP agent that enables remote reporting, monitoring and notification via standard Ethernet connection
Digital vision system:Unique digital vision camera system performs continuous calibration and reads bar codes
Operator panel:User-friendly configuration and diagnostic controls, status display and viewing window
Automatic clean:Dedicated cleaning cartridge slot for tape drive cleaning by library or software command
Automatic self discovery:Self-configures the drives, slots and CAP. Also identifies drive and media types
Continuous automation calibration:No periodic maintenance or alignment required
Mechanical
Library
Height:17.5 in (44.5 cm)
Depth:29.75 in (75.6 cm)
Width:19.0 in (48.3 cm)
Unit height:10u* of standard 19 inch rack space
Weight:98.0 lb (44.45 kg)
Environmental
Temperature
Temperature (operating):+50° to +104° F (+10° to +40° C)
Temperature (non-operating):+50° to +104° F (+10° to +40° C )
Humidity
Relative humidity (operating):20%–80%
Relative humidity (non-operating):10%–95%
Power
 
Voltage:100–240 VAC @ 50–60 Hz single phase (auto-ranging)
Library (operating maximum continuous - not peak):1.40 A @ 120 V, 0.75 A @ 240 V, 180 V or 0.18 KVA, 615 BTU/hr
Optional internal FC/SCSI router:28 VA
Drives:Drive power consumption varies. Refer to individual drive specifications
Regulatory Compliance
 
Safety:CSA standard CAN/CSA-C22.2, no.950-95; UL listed to UL 1950, 3rd Edition; GS licensed to EN 60950, 2nd Edition, 1991 + A1, A2, A3, A4
Nemko, Semko, Demko, Finko certified to EN 60950, (1992) A1/A2/A3/A4/A11, EMKO-TSE (74-SEC) 207/94; CB test certified
Emissions:FCC #47, part 15, subpart B, class A; VCCI class A European Union CE emissions standards AS/NZS 3548; 1996 (Australia, N.Z.); ICES-003 (Canada)
Immunity:European Union CE immunity standards
 
 

*Rack space is measured in height and expressed as a u. One u is 1.75 in (4.45 cm) in height.


 
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