Quantum Scalar i3, Scalar i6 and AEL6 iBlade Scalar LTFS interface, 10GbE-Dual FC, up to two drives, field upgrade Part# LSC3A-ABLA-02FA

Quantum Scalar i3, Scalar i6 and AEL6 iBlade Scalar LTFS interface, 10GbE-Dual FC, up to two drives, field upgrade Part# LSC3A-ABLA-02FA

For use with Scalar i3, Scalar i6 and AEL6 libraries using Fibre Channel drives. Maximum one iBlade per library. Includes one iBlade that runs Scalar LTFS/NAS presentation layer software (CIFS for Windows and Mac, and NFS for Linux). Two 10GbE copper ports with RJ-45 connections are provided for network connectivity, and two LC Fibre Channel connections for connecting up to two LTO-6 FC and later drives.

The use of converged infrastructure is one tool available to improve efficiencies. The benefits of converged solutions include reduced data center footprint, lower power and cooling costs, lower maintenance costs, and streamlined management. These benefits are valuable, particularly for storage, as data growth has resulted in more complex infrastructure. Scalar iBlade enables converged solutions with a server and supported applications integrated into Scalar i6 or Scalar i3 tape libraries.

Increased Efficiency

Scalar iBlade integrates into a Scalar i6 or Scalar i3 library without consuming data center rack space or additional power drops—resulting in more efficient use of data center resources, including lower power and cooling costs plus easier management from a single, integrated user interface.

Veeam Tape Server

Scalar iBlade for Veeam tape server enables a converged solution, eliminating the need for an external physical server. As companies rely on the 3-2-1 policy for data protection along with an air gap for ransomware protection, tape continues to be a valuable tool for data protection. By integrating the tape server into the library, Veeam customers can now realize the benefits of tape in a converged solution.

Scalar LTFS

Unstructured data is the fastest-growing data type for IT organizations across all industries. Active archives are a proven tool for preserving and protecting these large and growing data sets. Scalar iBlade with Scalar linear tape file system (LTFS) enables a NAS tape archive for file-based storage of unstructured data in a converged solution. The active archive provides easy access to users’ files because it’s just a NAS share, and the integrated solution is easy for IT to manage and configure.

Features and Benefits

Converged Solution

Reduce CAPEX and OPEX by running embedded applications inside Scalar libraries.

Integrated Management

Save administration time by configuring and managing the Scalar iBlade and Scalar libraries from a single interface.

Veeam Tape Server Option

Eliminate the need for a dedicated physical tape server with this exclusive converged solution for Veeam

Scalar LTFS Option

Create a NAS tape archive for file-based storage of unstructured data with integrated LTFS.

Appliance-Like Solution

Easy installation and support with an integrated solution configured for optimum task performance.

Data Sheet

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Technical Specifications

Tape drives, cartridge slot licensing, and media are not included. Cables are not included. Use LC-to-LC cables to connect the tape drives. Not compatible with WORM media. For use only with the LTFS/NAS software; no other software or applications are supported. iBlade must be installed in a separate partition from Storage Manager. Customer installable, but phone-based installation (LSC33-NSYN-PB00) or onsite installation (SSC3A-NBLD-000x) is recommended. A Bronze, NBD Gold or Gold Support Plan (SSC3x-SBLx-Cxxx) must also be added at the same service level as the system for each drive. First ship date late JUL 2017.

Each iBlade includes two 10 GbE ports with RJ45 copper connectors for network connectivity. There are three different models to choose from, depending on tape drive connectivity requirements. A USB port is available for service use only.