Dell PowerVault TL2000

Simple, automated, affordable

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The PowerVault™ TL2000 tape library offers simple and affordable tape automation for organizations whose data-protection needs have outgrown autoloader technology. It's the solution of choice for small- and medium-sized businesses that require affordable, easy-to-use, automated tape backup and archiving.

2U solution that can be rack mounted or easily converted into a desktop solution
Up to 2 LTO drives and up to 24 tape cartridge slots for support of up to 60TB of native storage capacity (with LTO-6 media)
Web-based remote management: Perform diagnostics, check status, monitor operations and logs, and upgrade firmware
Library-managed encryption (optional with LTO-4, LTO-5 and LTO-6 only)

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Automated Data Protection

Regular, disciplined backup is a vital part of a comprehensive disaster recovery strategy. The PowerVault™ TL2000 is a powerful tape library that helps organizations automate their backup processes to reduce the need for manual intervention and the risk of human error. The PowerVault™ TL2000 uses the 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 iSCSI SANs, Dell employs an iSCSI-to-SAS bridge card for the TL-series tape libraries (Dell™ PowerVault™ TL2000 and TL4000). This solution allows users to directly attach a tape backup target to an iSCSI 1Gb Ethernet SAN with a typical transfer rate of ~50MB/s in most cases. Additionally, the iSCSI-to-SAS bridge card is fully compatible with Dell™ PowerVault™ M3000i and Dell™ EquaLogic™ PS iSCSI array series.

Simplified Operations

Tapes can be imported and exported individually using a mail slot or twelve at a time using one of two magazines. The library utilizes 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 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-4, LTO-5 and LTO-6 tape technology supports WORM (Write-Once-Read-Many) capability, which allows permanent data storage that cannot be overwritten to help meet compliance regulations.
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Big Capacity — Small Space

With its ultracompact form factor, the PowerVault TL2000 packs an impressive amount of information in a small amount of space. Occupying only two units (2U) of rack space, the library can hold up to 24 tapes providing up to 60TB (LTO-6 2.5TB* tapes) of native capacity — ideal for small office environments managing explosive data growth.
Tape Automation Comparison Chart

Ultrium Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Performance

The PowerVault TL2000 supports Ultrium LTO-6 drives — a high-speed tape technology that can natively back up an impressive 576GB of data per hour. LTO technology is based on a tape industry standard that specifies backward read-and-write compatibility with LTO-6 & LTO-5 generation media(n,n-1) and read compatibility with LTO-4(n-2) media.

Be Green With Tape

When factoring in the features and benefits of tape storage — such as reliability, portability, encryption ([LTO-4], [LTO-5] and [LTO-6]) and the shelf life (over 30 years) of tape cartridges — tape storage is the perfect solution for your long term or short term backup or archiving needs. In addition, when tape media is stored, it does not require energy until it needs to be accessed. By using zero energy when stored, tape is naturally green.

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

1 or 2 LTO-4 6Gb SAS Drive(s) with 24 Slots
1 or 2 LTO-4 8Gb FC Drive(s) with 24 Slots
1 or 2 LTO-5 6Gb SAS Drive(s) with 24 Slots
1 or 2 LTO-5 8 Gb FC Drive(s) with 24 Slots
1 or 2 LTO-6 6Gb SAS Drive(s) with 24 Slots
1 or 2 LTO-6 8Gb FC Drive(s) with 24 Slots

Partitioning Supported
Ships standard with 24 cartridge slots

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 TL2000 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

Chassis

2U form factor

Height: Rack Mount 3.4" (87.6 mm)
Width: Rack Mount 17.6" (447.5 mm)
Depth: Rack Mount 29.1" (740 mm)
Weight: 34.37 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

Regulatory

Product Safety, EMC and Environmental Datasheets
Dell Regulatory Compliance Home Page
Dell and the Environment

Support Services

Dell™ ProSupport™ — Faster, more reliable support services designed to address the technology challenges you face today. This new support portfolio is focused on your needs, time demands and budgets.

Need professional support services that take care of both you and your employees’ IT needs 24x7? Choose Dell ProSupport to get access to a certified technician in two minutes or less.

Got an IT staff? Choose Dell ProSupport for IT and get tech-to-tech support with Fast-Track Dispatch, along with 24x7 access to Dell-certified technicians.

Dell ProSupport Service Model
Dell ProSupport	Dell ProSupport for IT
Designed for organizations with limited or no dedicated IT staff.	Designed to provide tech-to-tech support for IT professionals, database administrators and internal service desks or helpdesks.
Includes: 24x7 direct break-fix hardware support for your employees "How-to" support on popular software applications such as Norton AntiVirus™, Microsoft® Office, Microsoft Small Business Server, Intuit® QuickBooks®, Adobe® Photoshop® and Adobe Acrobat®. Access to a certified technician in two minutes or less	Includes: 24x7 direct access to Dell Expert Centers Fast-Track Dispatch for Dell-certified technicians Escalation management through Dell’s Global Command Centers

Next, Dell ProSupport options align to the way you use technology — rapidly responding to your needs, protecting your investment, your productivity and your sensitive data, and providing enhanced proactive support services to reduce the risk and complexity of managing your infrastructure.

SPEED OF RESPONSE	PROTECTION	PROACTIVE
Mission Critical — Perfect for server and storage environments where avoiding unplanned downtime and reducing recovery time through priority response are a must. The package includes priority 4-hour on-site service or optional 2-hour response with 6-hour hardware repair, Dell’s proven Critical Situation process and emergency dispatch.	Data Management and Protection Keep Your Hard Drive helps you retain control of sensitive data Hard Drive Data Recovery provides unlimited attempts to recover data from a failed hard drive Certified Data Destruction wipes your hard drive clean and destroys data	Proactive Maintenance — Maximizes the availability and stability of your infrastructure proactively. The package includes a detailed system assessment and implementation of driver or firmware updates and upgrades for your server or storage systems. Remote Advisory Options — Provides telephone and internet access to technical expertise for specialized applications and solutions such as Microsoft Exchange, Virtualization, virus remediation and more.

Customization and Setup

EDT Installation
Enhanced installation and configuration with Dell professional project management and documentation. A project manager will be acting as the single-point-of-contact for the entire installation project from presite audit to coordination of the installation and delivery of post-project documentation.

Training

Comprehensive Training
Get the skills you need to keep pace in today's competitive IT environment with comprehensive training and certification courses. Dell offers a vast array of instructor-led classes and online training courses in a range of topics from server maintenance to in-depth technical overview of specific systems.
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