Ordering
1-18 StorageTek SL8500 Library Guide
With STA allows you to monitor multiple libraries from a single, browser-based user
interface. STA can manage open systems and mainframe, mixed-media, and
mixed-drive environments across multiple library platforms. STA allows you to
increase the use and performance of tape investments by performing detailed
performance trending analyses. These analyses are based on a regularly-updated
database of library operations.
Virtual Storage Manager (VSM)
VSM stores virtual tape volumes on a disk buffer called the Virtual Tape Storage
Subsystem (VTSS). VSM then migrates the virtual tape volumes to real tape volumes
mounted on real tape drives in the library. The primary host software for VSM is the
Virtual Tape Control System (VTCS). VTCS manages virtual tape volumes and drives,
which includes the migration and recall of virtual volumes and the use of real tape
cartridges and drives.
Virtual Library Extension (VLE)
VLE can be added to a VSM for additional capacity. VLE provides an economical
second tier of disk storage that can be used to boost the overall VSM storage capacity
or use VSM as a tapeless virtual library.
Ordering
This section provides the part numbers for ordering the SL8500 library and
components. Contact Sales Assistance at +1.888.672.2534 for more information.
The tables throughout this chapter provide the part numbers for library components
and upgrade options. The ATO number is for initial orders and PTO is for orders after
the initial purchase of an SL8500 library.
Ordering Process
1. Physical Configuration — order a base library and optional expansion modules.
2. Hardware Options — select hardware options (CAPs, PTPs, redundant robotics,
and redundant electronics).
3. Tap e D r ives — order tape drives (T10000 and LTO).
4. Tape Cartridges and Labels — order tape cartridges and labels.
5. Power Configurations — select a power redundancy option (N+1 or 2N). Order
the required number of power supplies, AC power cords, and PDUs (to calculate
requirements, see "Power Configuration Options" on page 1-9).
6. Hardware Activation Files — determine the active capacity required. Quantity
options include: +100, +250, +500, +1000. Select optional features (partitioning,
dual TCP/IP, multi TCP/IP).
7. Cables — select required cables.
8. Support — select maintenance options and professional service options.
Hardware Activation Files
Hardware activation files enable library features. You can download the files through
Oracle's Software Delivery Cloud, and then add and remove them from the library
using the SLC (see the "Activating Optional Features" on page 5-1). Hardware
activation files are required to enable:
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