PowerVault ML6000 Tape Library - Reference Articles
Summary: The PowerVault ML6000 scalable tape library incorporates next-generation market requirements accepting LTO5 to LTO8 drives all in a 5U Chassis. The addition of 9U expansion modules can add up to 18 drives and 409 tape cartridge slots. ...
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Support Library - PowerVault ML6000 Tape Library
Product Overview:
The PowerVault ML6000 scalable tape library incorporates next-generation market requirements into the mid-range Tape Automation market segment. The ML6000‘s modular architecture provides a compelling entry-level configuration of 2 drives and 41 cartridge slots in a 5U form factor. By adding additional expansion modules it scales to 18 drives and 409 cartridge slots.
The PowerVault ML6000 has a single, common robot for all configurations, from 5U to 41U, and as such, performance is not compromised and there is no penalty for expandability. The PowerVault ML6000 is targeted for mid-market and enterprise class customers by increasing operational productivity, flexibility and simplicity for tape library customers.
Cause
Getting Started:
- ML6000 User’s Guide
- Additional Manuals and Documents (including LTO Media Handbook & Tape Compatibility Matrix)
- PowerVault Tape Automation Feature Activation (Capacity of Demand and Library Managed Encryption)
- For detailed instructions on how to install COD or Library Managed Encryption please go to PowerVault ML6000 Tape Library - When the License Key is No Longer Present.
- ML6000 COD License Page
- Both sites are external links on Quantum.com to gain access to the license portals. You will need your Service Tag and Serial Number to complete the request.
Resolution
Troubleshooting:
- Drivers and Downloads
- ITDT-SE CLI for Windows – Customer use of ITDT to update Tape Drives and Run Diagnostics
- PowerVault ML6000 : How-to collect the tape library logs (Snapshot)
- PowerVault ML6000 - Update Drive Firmware Using the Web Interface (RMU)
- ML6000 License Key Replacement (Capacity of Demand and Library Managed Encryption Instructions for adding the keys)
Affected Products
PowerVault ML6000Article Properties
Article Number: 000137294
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 10 Apr 2023
Version: 5
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