Versatile, expandable, affordable
The PowerVault™ TL4000 tape library offers expandable and affordable tape automation for organisations whose data-protection needs have outgrown autoloader technology or capacity. It's the product of choice for small, medium and large businesses that require an affordable, versatile, easy-to-use, automated midrange tape backup solution.
- 4U solution that can be rack mounted or easily converted into a desktop solution
- Web-based remote management: perform diagnostics, check status, monitor operations and logs, and upgrade firmware
- Library-managed encryption (optional with LTO4 only)
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Versatile. Expandable. Affordable.
Dell’s PowerVault™ TL4000 Tape Library offers expandable and affordable tape automation for organisation whose data-protection needs have outgrown autoloader technology or capacity. It is the product of choice for small, medium and large businesses that require an affordable, versatile, easy-to-use, automated midrange tape backup solution.
Automated Data Protection
Regular, disciplined backup is a vital part of a complete disaster recovery strategy. The PowerVault™ TL4000 is a powerful tape library that helps organisations automate their backup processes to reduce the need for manual intervention and the risk of human error. The PowerVault TL4000 uses optical cartridge location technology for precision cartridge handling and inventory, which helps improve the overall reliability of backups.
Support for Your Dell Internet SCSI (iSCSI) Storage Area Network (SAN)
To supplement the growth in Internet SCSI (iSCSI) storage area networks (SANs), Dell has introduced an iSCSI-to-SAS bridge card for the TL-series tape libraries (Dell™ PowerVault™ TL2000 and TL4000). This solution enables users to add in a tape backup target into an iSCSI Ethernet SAN utilising little to no degradation in transfer speed, 90 MB/s in most cases.
Simplified Operations
Tapes can be imported and exported individually via a mail-slot or twelve-at-a-time using one of two magazines. The library utilises barcode-scanning technology to record the location of tape media, so you can be assured that your critical data is properly stored and ready in case disaster strikes.
Intuitive Management
An on-board, user-friendly LCD interface allows you to easily monitor, control, configure and service the library. While you are away, the tape library enables you to remotely administer all functions, including system status and logs, diagnostics and drive operations, as well as configuration and inventory management features.
Tape Versatility
The comparative low cost for tape combined with its long history of proven reliability helps ensure its continued use for both backup and archiving. The portability of tape allows it to be taken off-site and stored in a vault. In addition, LTO-5, LTO-4 and LTO-3 tape technology supports WORM (Write-Once-Read-Many) capability which allows permanent data storage that cannot be overwritten – a requirement of many compliance regulations.
Big Capacity—Small Space
With its compact form-factor, the PowerVault TL4000 packs an impressive amount of information in a small amount of space. Occupying only four units (4U) of rack space, the library can hold up to 48 tapes providing up to 72TB (with Ultrium LTO-5 1.5TB tapes) of native capacity—ideal for small office environments managing explosive data growth.
Ultrium LTO Performance
The PowerVault TL4000 supports up to four Ultrium LTO-5 drives—a high-speed tape technology that can natively back up an impressive 504GB of data per drive per hour for a maximum of 1.73 TB/hr with four drives. LTO technology is based on a tape industry standard that specifies backward read-and-write compatibility with LTO-5 & LTO-4 generation (n, n-1) media and read compatibility with LTO-3(n-2) media.Tape Backup Technology
- LTO-4, LTO-5 and LTO-6
Server Compatibility
- Dell and x86 IBM and x86 HP Servers
Please refer to compatibility matrix for complete listing
Library Configurations
- Up to four LTO-4 6Gb SAS Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-4 8Gb FC Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-5 6Gb SAS Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-5 8 Gb FC Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-6 6Gb SAS Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-6 8Gb FC Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-6 6Gb SAS Drives with 48 Slots
Up to four LTO-6 FC 8Gb Drives with 48 Slots
Library Managed Encryption Available with LTO-4,LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives only
Partitioning
Supported
Expansion capacity
Ships standard with 48 cartridge slots
Both left and right magazines available as customer kits
Encryption
- Library Managed Encryption option with LTO-4. LTO-5 and LTO-6 drives only
Barcode Reader
- Standard
Management
- There are two user interfaces:
Operator Control Panel: Located on the front of the PV TL4000 tape library, the user can use an LCD panel to check system status, run diagnostics, view system logs, check and set configuration, verify drive operations, run an inventory and manage the system.
Remote Web Management: The web based administration can be accessed via a 10/100 BaseT connection through any standard web browser. The user can check system status, run diagnostics, view system logs, check and set configuration, verify drive operations, run an inventory and manage the system. In addition, the user can upgrade the drive and library firmware via the RMU.
Drive Controllers
- SAS, FC, iSCSI
Software
- Code Updates:
Web and either host bus or RMU for drives
Web and RMU only for library code updates
Chassis
- 4U form factor
Height: Rack Mount 7.3" (185.2 mm)
Width: Rack Mount 17.6" (447.5 mm)
Depth: Rack Mount 31.9" (810 mm)
Weight: 47 lbs. with one drive and no media
Orientation: Horizontal only
Rack mount standard (desktop conversion kit included)
Environmental Operating Conditions
- Temperature: 50 to 95 degrees F, 10 to 35 degrees C.
Relative Humidity: 20% RH to 80% RH (non-condensing)
Electrical Power: 1.3 amps at 100V ac, .7 amps at 240V ac
Dell can offer, via Local Partners, a wide range of Services to suit you and your business. Extensions to the parts or exchange warranty, upgrades to any service level required, International warranty, Installation Services, and other competitive items are available. Dell can also offer Custom Factory Integration (CFI) to customise hardware settings and add Asset Services.
Please contact your Local Partner for further information.
Please contact your Local Partner for further information.
