HP 20-Feb User Manual

66 Using Tapes

Chapter 2

Mixed Media

Mixed media refers to the option to backup to more than one drive type, such 

as DLT and LTO, within the same physical tape library. 
General considerations when using mixed media:

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Some backup software packages do not support mixed media. Consult 

your software provider to verify that your configuration is supported.

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In order to provide full mailslot support in a mixed media library, one 

magazine is required for each drive type for a possible total of 10 

mailslots, depending on library model. 

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Only DLT tapes can be used in a DLT magazine, and only Ultrium tapes 

can be used in an Ultrium magazine. 

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When mixing drive types, HP only supports using the same type of drive 

per level of the library.

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HP Library & Tape Tools version 2.2 or greater is required for diagnostic 

support.

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Upgrade kits are available from HP for Ultrium tape drives, magazines, 

and tape cartridges.