Description; Features - ADIC Scalar 24 Installation And Operation Manual

Scalar 24

Description

Congratulations on your purchase of the Scalar 24 library. The Scalar 24 is designed to provide
optimal density in both rackmount and desktop environments while offering features and
functionality only found in mid-range libraries. With a maximum compressed capacity of 6.72 TB of
data storage (for SDLT, including import/export (IE) slot; 4.8 TB for LTO), the Scalar 24 can provide
over one month of unattended backup and fits in only 4U (7 inches) of rack space.
Figure 1 Scalar 24
The ability to expand the Scalar 24 makes it an excellent investment. An additional drive sled can
be added to double throughput and/or partition the library to multiple hosts. The library also comes
standard with a barcode scanner that provides instant media verification and inventory. An optional
Remote Management Unit can be added for centralizing your data backup control. Finally, the
Storage Networking Controller offers functionality such as 2 GB Fibre Channel, firewall, and third
party copy capabilities.
The Scalar 24 is the next generation entry-level/mid-range product to meet the standards of ADIC
customers. For additional information or questions not included in this manual, please visit us at our
product website at www.adic.com/scalar24.

Features

The following features are standard with your Scalar 24:
Multi-function Operator Panel. The Operator Panel, located on the right above the IE slot,
provides an easy to read bitmap display and a five-button keypad to permit you to monitor and
control the operations of your library. The liquid crystal display (LCD) provides access to library
status, commands, setup, and tools. See Front Panel Components on page 3-3 for more
information. The Operator Panel is described in more detail in Operator Panel Keypad on page 7-
1.
Robotic System. The robotic system is the media cartridge handling mechanism and responds to
commands from the application software to move the cartridges between the storage slots, tape
drives, and the IE slot.
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