Name: 0WJ129 Dell Quad-Ports Control Blade for PowerVault ML6000 Tape Library
Brand: Dell
SKU: 0WJ129
Price: 238.89 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (118 reviews)

Product Overview
The Dell Quad-Ports Library Control Blade for the PowerVault ML6000 is a key component that manages communication and control within the tape library. It connects multiple tape drives to the system, enabling automated handling of media and efficient backup workflows. This control blade fits into the PowerVault ML6000 library system and supports data centers relying on tape storage for long-term data retention.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	0WJ129
Product Type	Network Interface Module (NIM)
Series	PowerVault ML6000

Technical Information
Ports	4
Compatibility	Dell PowerVault ML6000
product type	Library Control Blade
Product Category	Network Interface Module (NIM)

Physical Characteristics
Form Factor	Blade
Weight	3.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Assembly Required	Yes
Eco Friendly	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Product Description
This Dell Quad-Ports Library Control Blade is designed to manage and control tape drives within the PowerVault ML6000 series libraries. It acts as the central interface that coordinates the movement of tapes and communication between the drives and the host system. Often found in data centers and backup environments, it helps administrators efficiently handle large volumes of data storage with automated tape management. IT professionals and system administrators benefit from the improved control and resource allocation this blade provides. Key Features Handles up to four separate control ports for flexible connectivity Improves tape library throughput by coordinating multiple drives Integrates seamlessly with existing PowerVault ML6000 hardware Supports automation for tape loading, unloading, and inventory Reduces manual intervention through centralized control Typically deployed in enterprise backup solutions, this control blade helps ensure smooth operation of tape libraries used for archiving and disaster recovery. It plays a vital role in maintaining data integrity and operational reliability at scale.

Use Cases
The Dell Quad-Ports Library Control Blade is primarily utilized in enterprise IT environments where automated tape libraries like the PowerVault ML6000 are critical for large-scale data backup and archival. Organizations managing extensive tape storage infrastructures benefit from its ability to streamline control and communication across multiple drives, enhancing backup operations and media management efficiency. How It's Used: Data centers implementing automated tape libraries to centralize backup workflows and optimize tape drive utilization. Enterprises running long-term archival on PowerVault ML6000 systems requiring coordinated control of multiple media slots and drives. Backup administrators in regulated industries who depend on reliable library automation for compliance-driven data retention. IT teams managing virtualized storage clusters that integrate tape backup solutions for scalable data protection. Organizations deploying rack-based storage systems seeking to maintain efficient library automation within dense hardware environments. This control blade supports operational efficiency by centralizing management of tape devices, reducing manual intervention, and enabling scalable expansion of tape libraries. Its integration within PowerVault ML6000 systems helps maintain consistent performance and reliability in backup and archival workflows essential for enterprise data resilience.

0WJ129 Dell Quad-Ports Control Blade for PowerVault ML6000 Tape Library

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General Information

Technical Information

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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