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NetApp VTL700 Vtl700 Filler Head Storage Controller
- Type: Storage Controller
- Application: Virtual Tape Library (VTL)
- Function: Emulates tape devices
- Manufacturer: NetApp
- Model: VTL700
- Purpose: Modernize backup infrastructure
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Storage Controller
- Application
- Virtual Tape Library (VTL)
- Manufacturer
- NetApp
- Model
- VTL700
Product details
The NetApp VTL700 is a storage controller designed for Virtual Tape Library (VTL) applications. It acts as a central unit for managing and presenting disk-based storage as tape devices to legacy backup systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Storage Controller |
| Application | Virtual Tape Library (VTL) |
Additional Specifications
| Manufacturer | NetApp |
| Model | VTL700 |
Description
The NetApp VTL700 is a specialized storage appliance engineered to bridge the gap between modern disk-based storage and older tape-based backup infrastructure. It functions as a Virtual Tape Library, meaning it presents itself to backup software and hardware as if it were a physical tape library and tape drives. This allows organizations to leverage the speed, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of disk storage for their backup and recovery operations without requiring a complete overhaul of their existing backup software or processes. By emulating tape devices, the VTL700 enables faster backup and restore times compared to traditional tape. It also offers benefits such as improved data management, easier media handling (as there are no physical tapes to manage), and potentially lower operational costs. The controller is the core processing unit that manages the disk array and handles the emulation logic, ensuring seamless integration with the broader storage network. This type of solution was particularly valuable for enterprises looking to modernize their data protection strategies while minimizing disruption. The VTL700 would typically be deployed in conjunction with disk shelves to provide the necessary storage capacity, with the controller managing the performance and data integrity aspects of the virtual tape environment.
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