Learning Guides:Backup Best Practices
Virtual tape libraries
Related virtual tape library information
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How to develop a VTL data retention strategy
Tip - For VTL users, having a data retention strategy is crticial. Unlike with tape libraries, the space available for backups in a VTL is a finite resource.
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Is a VTL right for your organization?
Tip - Ever since virtual tape libraries were ported to open systems, the technology has gained in popularity. This tip will help you evaluate the reasons why you may or may not want to implement virtual tape.
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Integrate a virtual tape library with real tape
Tip - Storage expert Rick Cook explains how hanging a tape drive or library off of a VTL and pruning your data are two ways to integrate your VTL with tape.
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Pros and cons of converting to VTL
Ask the Expert - Backup expert W. Curtis Preston outlines the pros and cons of converting to VTL.
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Three reasons to avoid virtual tape libraries
Tip - Virtual tape libraries (VTLs) are very popular for backup, but there are drawbacks to using them, too.