Oracle StorageTek SL8500 Tape Library - Scalable Data Solutions from China Suppliers and Factory
Product Description
Key Features
Highest scalability and performance on the market when configured in a complex.
Connect up to 10 library complexes.
RealTime Growth capability for nondisruptive addition of slots, drives, and robotics to handle increased workloads.
Easy consolidation with flexible partitioning and Any Cartridge Any Slot technology for seamless mixed media support.
Share across environments, including mainframe and open systems.
Industry-leading availability with redundant and hot-swappable robotics and library control cards.
Eco savings with 50 percent less floorspace and reduced power and cooling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the RealTime Growth feature of the StorageTek SL8500?
The RealTime Growth feature allows enterprise data centers to add extra slots, drives, and robotics to the StorageTek SL8500 modular library system while the original system continues to operate, eliminating scheduled downtime.
How does the StorageTek SL8500 maintain high performance during peak periods?
Each library is equipped with four or eight robots working in parallel to deliver a multithreaded solution. This design reduces queuing, and as you scale the system, additional robotics are added to keep performance ahead of your requirements.
What is the benefit of the centerline architecture in the SL8500?
The centerline architecture keeps the drives in the center of the library, which alleviates robot contention. This allows robots to travel one-third to one-half the distance of competitive libraries, significantly improving cartridge-to-drive performance.
Can the StorageTek SL8500 handle mixed media and different mainframe environments?
Yes. The system supports easy consolidation through flexible partitioning and Any Cartridge Any Slot technology for seamless mixed media support. It can also be shared across environments, including mainframe and open systems.
How does the system improve cartridge import/export performance?
The StorageTek SL8500 features a bulk cartridge access port (CAP) that improves import/export capacity by 3.7x and boosts import/export performance by up to 5x.
What environmental and space savings does the SL8500 offer?
The system provides eco savings by requiring 50 percent less floorspace and reducing overall power and cooling requirements compared to standard solutions.