Several tape devices and autoloaders are compatible with the Backup Exec 3600
Appliance.
You can find a list of compatible types of storage at the following URL:
http://entsupport.symantec.com/umi/V-269-2
To connect the appliance to a tape device
1
Obtain the SAS cable that shipped with the appliance.
2
Insert one end of the SAS cable into the external SAS port on the SAS HBA
card in the appliance.
3
Insert the other end of the SAS cable into the SAS port on the rear of your
tape device. An example of a typical tape device is shown. However your
device may look different.
4
Connect an AC power cable between the AC power socket on the tape device
and an AC power source.
5
Connect an AC power cable between the AC power socket on the appliance
and an AC power source.
6
Turn on the tape device. Allow the device to complete the startup process.
The amount of time that is required for the startup process varies. Standalone
devices may require one or two minutes. Devices with large libraries may
require several minutes. Check the tape device vendor specifications for more
information.
7
Turn on the appliance.
See “Configuration guidelines” on page 17.
About post-configuration tasks and options
Verify that your initial setup and configuration are successful. Then, you can set
up and create backup jobs. You can set additional preferences, reconfigure initial
settings, and set management parameters.
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Configuration
About post-configuration tasks and options
