ViTL Virtual Tape Overview
ViTL is a virtual tape library solution for IBM Power Systems. Save your backups to your hard drive, NAS, SAN, deduplication appliance, or the cloud. Use ViTL instead of physical tape and simplify your operations. ViTL connects via Fibre Channel or SAS to your iSeries, System i, Linux or AIX system. Whether you’re in the budgeting process, doing preliminary research, or ready to update your backup and recovery operations now, you can get a no-obligation customized quote today.
ViTL Powerhouse Backup and Recovery for IBM i
- Works with BRMS, Robot Save and IBM backup commands
- Virtual tapes appear as tape media to the iSeries or other host
- Emulates an IBM TS3200 tape library (3573-L4U) with extra cartridges
- Lower cost than other VTLs with more cartridges and drives
- AES-256 encryption and compression included
- Up to 64 connections per physical port with NPIV
- Supports multiple virtual tape drives assigned to one or more virtual tape libraries
- Options available for more drives and more slots than tape without adding additional hardware
- Supports D-mode IPL
- No limit on the size of virtual tape files other than available disk space
- Quickly integrates with most deduplication appliances, including: ExaGrid, Cohesity, Rubrik, and many more
- Copy compressed/encrypted backups to the cloud, including Amazon S3, MS Azure, and others
- If your current VTL or backup and recovery solution is costing too much, we invite you to take a look at us and see what we can do for you.
Remotely Manage Your IBM i Backup and Recovery
In response to the current stress on IT, make sure your backups continue to run smoothly
- Eliminate the need to be on-site
- Quickly streamline your operations
- Back up your IBM Power System through remote access
- Save your backups onsite and to the cloud without having to have an operator present
- Get automated unattended backup and remote replication
- Receive automated email notifications for completion of replication and retention jobs
- ViTL can be installed quickly on most existing systems
Success Stories
ABC Financial Switches to LaserVault ViTL and Cohesity for IBM i Backups
“We needed Enterprise systems and chose Cohesity to replace DataDomain, and LaserVault ViTL to replace our VTL. It was a good fit for our needs.”
“A 12 out of 10!” Says Bank of Utah On Using LaserVault ViTL Backup Solution
“ViTL continues to save us time each day in our operations. Plus, we can certify to examiners that the backup data is offsite via a scheduled process.”
IBM i Backups Become Faster And Easier For Cash-Wa Distributing Using LaserVault ViTL
“Our backups are faster and easier than when we were using tape, and ViTL allows us to write virtual backups to our network drives and cloud storage.”
Step-up Backup and Recovery Operations
- Eliminate dependency on manual tape and step-up data protection
- Have backup data encrypted & offsite immediately after backups are completed
- Get consistent & complete backups without getting out of your chair
- Automate previously manual operations, saving time, improving IT efficiency
- Incorporate deduplication, maximize available storage and minimize expense
- Setup automatic replication to add additional layers of protection
ViTL virtual tape outperforms LTO Tape and provides for faster backup and recovery for your IBM Power Systems.
Safe and Secure
- Instantly create users and passwords
- Assign groups and members quickly
- Administrator privileges provide secure access
- More reliable than tape with easy web interface
- Enhanced data protection for ransomware, virtual air gap
Requirements
- IBM Power Systems (iSeries, AS/400, System i, Linux, AIX)
- V5R4 or later of IBM i
- Fibre Channel or SAS connection
- 12GB SAS Connection
- Complete ViTL solution includes hardware and software with Windows server appliance that connects via Fibre Channel or SAS
- Also available as software only for your hardware or VM
- Remote installation recommended; on-site available
LaserVault ViTL is available through ServIT, Converge Technologies, and our other reseller partners around the globe. Look for a technology provider in your area: US Resellers / International Resellers
