Quantum Scalar i3 iSCSI Bridge - Ethernet Connectivity for your Quantum Scalar i3 Tape Library

Extending Scalar Tape Libraries into More Environments

In today’s fast-paced, data-driven environments, IT organizations are constantly looking for ways to optimize their storage infrastructure without incurring the high costs typically associated with the deployment of Fibre Channel environments.

The Scalar iSCSI Bridge offers an integrated, scalable solution enabling organizations to connect SAS drives to Ethernet networks using iSCSI protocol. The benefits of deploying an iSCSI- based solution include lower hardware costs, reduced power consumption, and lower maintenance costs compared to Fibre Channel. iSCSI allows SAS to be used where SAS cable distances previously prevented the uses of SAS tape drives. These benefits are valuable, particularly for storage, as data growth has resulted in higher operating and capital costs. The iSCSI Bridge is a simple and cost-effective way to connect Scalar i3 and Scalar i6 tape libraries into more environments.

Features and Benefits

• Tape Libraries Over Ethernet The iSCSI Bridge provides users with a flexible deployment option beyond FC and SAS. Extends the distance of SAS deployments allowing it to be comparable to FC deployments.
• Integrated Bridge The Bridge is integrated into the library chassis, reducing the needed footprint and minimizing rack space; it installs in the existing iBlade slot, not utilizing tape drive slots.
• Lower Cost Environment Reduce TCO with SAS tape drives by saving up to 15% in cost per drive compared to FC tape drives and the need for expensive FC HBAs.

Tape Library and Drive Support

iSCSI Bridge