Why LTFS Is a Bad Choice for Tape-Based Object Storage Systems

The Linear Tape File System (LTFS) is an ISO/IEC standardized file system format for tape media. LTFS drivers are available for all major operating system environments and provide read and write access to LTFS-formatted tapes. Some object storage systems, which can also store data on tape media, use LTFS as …

Bucket Creation in PoINT Archival Gateway: Workflow and Functions

Before an S3 application can store objects on a tape storage system with PoINT Archival Gateway (PAG), a so-called object repository has to be created in PoINT Archival Gateway. An object repository is a kind of container for objects with overall configuration options. PoINT Archival Gateway does not limit the …

Storage infrastructure sustainability through tape integration with intelligent software

As data volumes grow, so do storage infrastructures, and this encounters companies with major challenges. Initially, the resources have to be provided and integrated. Cost considerations are usually the first priority here. However, the increasing data volumes and correspondingly larger infrastructures also lead to higher energy requirements and more CO2 …

Independence for the Tape Library: Tape Integration via S3

The growth of unstructured data is one of the major challenges for enterprise IT departments. The enormous volumes of data require more storage capacity year after year. The infrastructure requirements are very high: The storage solution must meet high demands when it comes to performance and availability. Tight budget constraints …