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Contents

About This Guide

Symbols in Text

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Where to Go for Additional Help

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Integrated Management Display

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Telephone Numbers

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Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview

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Chapter 2

Component Summary

The Enterprise Backup Solution

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Fibre Channel Technology

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Fibre Channel Network

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Fibre Channel Host Controller

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Fibre Channel Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)

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Fiber Optic Cables

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Fibre Channel Tape Controller

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Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12

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The Compaq StorageWorks TL895 Cartridge DLT Tape Library

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Integrated Software Solutions

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Seagate Software Backup Exec

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Computer Associates ARCserveIT

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Section	Page
Adding the TL895 to the Enterprise	2
Contents	3
About This Guide	7
Symbols in Text	7
Where to Go for Additional Help	8
Integrated Management Display	8
Telephone Numbers	8
Chapter 1 - Introduction	9
Overview	10
Chapter 2 - Component Summary	12
Solution	12
Fibre Channel Technology	14
Fibre Channel Network	14
Fibre Channel Host Controller	14
Fibre Channel Gigabit Interface Converter (GBIC)	14
Fiber Optic Cables	15
Fibre Channel Tape Controller	15
Fibre Channel Storage Hub 12	15
The Compaq StorageWorks TL895 Cartridge DLT Tape Library	16
Integrated Software Solutions	17
Seagate Software Backup Exec	17
Computer Associates ARCserveIT	17
Chapter 3 - Installation and Configuration	18
Unpacking and Installing the TL895 Tape Library	18
TL895 Tape Library Features	19
Compaq Storage Options Documentation Library	20
Adding a TL895 to the Enterprise Backup Solution	21
the EBS	21
Installation Instructions	22
Installing the Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter into each Server	22
Connecting the TL895 Library to the FCTC	22
Untitled	23
Applying Power	23
Upgrade ISV Software	23
Prepare the TL895 for Operation	23
Place the Library On-line	24
More Information	24
Upgrading from Direct Connect to the EBS Using the TL895	25
Hardware Connections	25
Upgrading from the DLT 15 Cartridge Library Model 35/70 to the TL895	26
Removing a Compaq DLT 15 Cartridge Library Model 35/70 from the EBS	26
Enterprise Backup Solution Compatibility	27
More Information	28
Compaq StorageWorks TL895 Tape Library Reference Guide	28
Additional Information	28
Chapter 4 - Performance and Sizing	29
Lights Out Tests	30
Calculating Tape Retention	30
Definition	30
Procedure	30
Calculating Backup Windows	31
More Information	31
Sizing Calculations	32
Sizing the EBS	33
Speed Tests	33
Compression Tests	33
Backup Formula	34
Compaq StorageWorks Backup Sizing Tool	35
Parameter Screen	35
Untitled	35
Server Information	36
Determining the Configured Primary Storage System	36
Compressibility	37
Selecting Software Options	38
Specifying Tape Rotation and Partial Backups	39
Schedule Information Screen	40
Data to be Backed Up	40
Percentage Changed	40
Backup can Occur	40
Retention Screen	41
Full Backup Retention	41
Keeping Partial Backups	42
Erase Partial Backups	42
Between Full Backups	42
Tape Sets	42
Solution Information	43
Configuration Information	44
Summary Information	47
Adding Additional Servers	47
Software Product Information	48
Hardware Product Information	49
Information and Tools	50
Chapter 5 - Management	51
Compaq Insight Manager	53
Overview	53
Key Features	55
Benefits at a Glance	55
Compaq Advantage	56
Chapter 6 - Diagnostics	57
Tier 1: Enterprise Server View	58
Compaq User Diagnostics	58
Compaq Diagnostics for Windows Web Enabler Utility	58
Installation	59
Installation Through SmartStart	59
Installation Through Compaq Softpaq Utility	59
Program Functionality	60
Sample Device Home Page for Compaq Diagnostics	60
Compaq Diagnostics Device Test Selection	61
Compaq Diagnostics Device Test Results	62
User Diagnostics from the Server Control Panel	63
Introduction Screen	63
Storage Screen	64
Tape Drive Diagnostics	65
DLT Tape Library Diagnostic Screen	66
Move Media Screen	67
Information Screens	68
Tier 2: Storage Area Network View	69
Fibre Channel Fault Isolation Utility	69
Installing the Utility	69
Running the Utility	69
CD Operations	69
Program Displays	70
Display of a Fibre Channel Tape Controller	71
Loop Error Histogram Display	73
Display of a FC-AL with a Missing FCTC	74
Uninitialized Fibre Channel Arbitrated Loop Display	75
Information and Updates	75
Tier 3: TL895 Library View	76
Compaq Library Diagnostics C1.01	76
Compaq Library Diagnostics Program Functionality	77
Main Menu	77
Menu Structure	78
Configuration Screen	79
More Information	79

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