HP StorageWorks 1000i Virtual Library System

HP Updated: 2008-02-23
HP StorageWorks 1000i Virtual Library System

HP StorageWorks 1000i Virtual Library System is a disk-based storage solution that provides both unattended backup and rapid restores of data for LAN-based servers. An entry-level solution in the HP family of virtual library systems, it is ideal for mid-market and remote or branch office IT environments.

The VLS1000i utilizes tape emulation (or virtualization) to allow for seamless integration into current tape-based data protection environments. By emulating a tape drive or autoloader, it can be configured to provide unattended backup using the customer’s current backup software application. The VLS1000i also supports Gigabit (Gb) Ethernet iSCSI connectivity which allows for simultaneous backup of multiple servers to a single storage device on the network.

The VLS1000i adds value to the backup environment by improving both the performance and efficiency of backup and restore jobs. Aggregate backup performance can reach up to 60MB/second while restore times are reduced from hours to minutes for individual file restores. The VLS1000i also simplifies the backup management process by providing “anywhere, anytime” access through a web-based browser interface. The VLS1000i is preconfigured for use in virtual tape applications and includes a copy of HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Single Server edition, providing a ready-to-use solution in the box. Capable of storing 1.5 TB of data (up to 3.0 TB compressed), the VLS1000i offers the ability to dynamically size virtual tape media allowing customers the most efficient use of available storage capacity.

What's new

• New factory integration service allows customers to order preconfigured HP rack systems with a VLS1000i
• Support added for the following backup applications: CA BrightStor ARCserve, Yosemite Backup, and Syncsort Backup Express. (As a reminder, the previous release supported: Data Protector, Data Protector Express, Symantec Backup Exec (with HBA) and Windows NT Backup.)

Features and Benefits

• Seamless integration: The VLS1000i emulates both HP StorageWorks 1/8 autoloaders and Ultrium LTO2 tape drives, allowing for easy and seamless integration into current tape-based backup environments.
• Unattended (automated) backup: The VLS1000i virtualization software works seamlessly with compatible backup software applications to provide automated backup of all application and file data while simplifying and improving the reliability of the backup process.
• iSCSI connectivity: Integrates easily into existing Ethernet networks using iSCSI connectivity.
• Minimize media management requirements and costs: The VLS1000i uses disk-based storage to store all application and file data, minimizing both the issues and costs associated with tape media management.
• Improves backup and restore efficiency and performance: The VLS1000i can emulate multiple tape drives and tape autoloaders, allowing for simultaneous backup of multiple servers to a single device on the network. Accessing files and data from disk-based storage simplifies the restore process and can improve performance from hours to minutes.
• Preconfigured for easy integration and management: The VLS1000i is preconfigured for virtual tape applications and can be easily auto-discovered on the LAN during setup. RAID, LUN, and file system management configuration is not required. The web-based management tool allows for “anywhere, anytime” access to device configuration and diagnostics.
• Efficient use of storage capacity: An integrated data compression feature allows the VLS1000i to up to 3.0 TB of data. It also has the ability to dynamically size virtual tape media allowing customers to more efficiently use the available storage capacity.
• High standards of reliability: The VLS1000i is based on industry-leading HP ProLiant server technology. It incorporates such standards as RAID 5 data protection and hot-plug drive technology to ensure maximum reliability.
• Secure as tape: The VLS1000i is inherently secure because, like a tape device, there is no external file system or server operating system access to protect. Furthermore, each iSCSI host has sole access to its own virtual device within the VLS1000i, providing for additional data security.
• Ready-to-use backup solution: The VLS1000i includes a complementary copy of HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Single Server Edition which supports single server/drive configurations (including autoloaders). Upgrades are available for larger configurations.