Scalar 24

The Scalar 24 Tape Library is an outstanding value for IT departments that have outgrown autoloaders.  It is a compact two-drive library that combines mid-range library features and performance and is very easy to use.

The Scalar 24 Tape Library is ideal for unattended workgroup backup and restore, provides user-friendly "no-manual" operation and upgrade options for advanced management and intelligent storage networking support.  The library storage networking options enable iSCSI or Fibre Channel (FC) connectivity for today's backup consolidation needs.

The Scalar 24 has a intuitive, user-friendly interface for system setup, control and monitoring with an integrated barcode reader.  It's compact size and space-efficient unit packs up to 19.2TBs in only 4 rack unit and is sized for desktop or rack use.  It features plug-and-play installation of second drive, remote management and storage networking support.  It has built-in partitioning allowing it to operate as two separate autoloaders for even higher value and convenience.  Its remote management feature gives the administrator  anytime, anywhere administration.

Features Up to 24 cartridges 1 or 2 drives Up to 19.2TB capacity Supports LTO-3, LTO-2, SDLT 600 or SDLT 320 technology Native Fibre and SNC connectivity options 4U rack size Plug-and-Play installation of second drive, remote management and storage networking support 3 year warranty

Specifications

Specification Details Operation Cartridge Moves 14 seconds (average) Library Interface SCSI LVD, HD68 (LTO and SDLT) Library Mgmt Interface Integrated web server (Remote Management Unit) Library Inventory Time <2 minutes without barcode scan Indicators LCD menu display for drive activity and for alert and error messages Controls 5-button keypad; front panel on-off switch Import/Export 1 slot Reliability Library MSBF/MTBF Rated for over 11 years of high duty cycle operation (500,000 MSBF/100,000 hours MTBF) Library MTTR Less than 30 minutes Diagnostics Auto-inventory; on-line diagnostics available through front panel; SNMP alerts via RMU or Quantum Management Console (Fibre Channel); Tape Alert Storage Networking Support Platform/Connectivity SNC 4000 (1 FC type LC x 2 LVD SCSI); LTO-2 NF; LTO-3 NF FC Features End-to-end data path readiness checks, error recovery and SAN security for improved reliability.  Drive performance optimization and serverless backup for greater performance. Environmental Power 100-240VAC; 50-60Hz; 4.0-1.7A; Auto Voltage Select Temperature 50 to 100° F (10 to 38° C) operating Humidity 20 to 80% non-condensing operating Power Consumption (typical) Library with RMU (no drives or SNC): 27W, 92.1 BTU/hr LTO-3 drive sled (each): 36W, 123 BTU/hr LTO-2 drive sled (each): 36W, 123 BTU/hr SDLT 600 drive sled (each): 33W, 113 BTU/hr SDLT 320 drive sled (each): 35W, 120 BTU/hr SNC® 4000 (FC): 49W, 167.2 BTU/hr Dimensions Desktop: 7.7 x 17.9 x 25.8 (in) / 19.4 x 45.5 x 65.4 (cm) Rackmount: 6.8 x 17.6 x 23.6 (in) / 17.2 x 44.7 x 60.0 (cm) Weight With 1 Drive: 56.6 (lb) / 25.7 (kg) With 2 Drives: 66.7 (lb) / 30.3 (kg) Shipping: Up to 85 (lb) / 38.2 (kg)

Library Configurations

Drive Type Cartridge Capacity Library Capacity Native / Compressed (TB) Library Transfer Rate Native / Compressed (GB/hr) LTO-3 24 9.6 / 19.2 576 / 1152 LTO-2 24 4.8 / 9.6 252 / 504 SDLT 600 21 6.3 / 12.6 3.4 / 6.8 SDLT 320 21 258 / 516 115 / 230

Drive Capacity and Performance

Drive Type Cartridge Capacity Native / Compressed  (GB) Drive Throughput Native / Compressed (MB/sec) Data Buffer (MB) File Access  Time (sec) LTO-3 400 / 800 80 /160 64 49 LTO-2 200 / 400 Up to 35 / 70 64 49 SDLT 600 300 / 600 36 / 72 64 79 SDLT 320 160 / 320 16 / 32 64 70