QuickSpecs
HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools
Overview
HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools (L&TT) is a free, robust diagnostic tool for all of HP's tape storage and
Targeted for a wide range of users, it is ideal for customers who want to verify their installation, ensure product reliability, perform their own diagnostics and achieve faster resolution of tape device issues.
L&TT performs firmware upgrades, verification of device operation, failure analysis and a range of utility functions. Performance tools assist in troubleshooting bottlenecks and system configuration checks warn of common host issues. It also provides seamless integration with HP support by generating and
HP Support will require the use of L&TT to troubleshoot most device issues, so it is recommended that a support ticket is pulled and the device assessment test is run before calling.
Operating systems currently supported include
Features & Benefits
Free, easy to install and easy to use diagnostic tool
Downloaded and installed from HP.com (http://www.hp.com/support/tapetools) in less than five minutes
Intuitive user interface requires no customer training
Choose between local installation or running from a remote installation, CD or memory stick Reduce product downtime through preventative maintenance, fast issue diagnosis with corrective actions
Automated, smart firmware downloads, updates and notifications
Comprehensive device analysis and troubleshooting tests
First level failure analysis of both the device and system without HP involvement
Troubleshoot system performance issues through the use of analysis tools
Identify the most common host system configuration issues
Provides a direct link to the ITRC
Generate and
Provides an
Get the most out of your device through access to operational, health and usage data in the support ticket
Drive health, life, usage, utilization, performance
Media health, life, usage (Ultrium only) Backup quality (Ultrium only)
What's New
L&TT is frequently updated and developed to:
Support all of HP's latest tape storage products including the virtual tape D2D and VLS devices
Run on the latest versions of the most commonly used operating systems
Provide the most effective support and diagnostics for these products in the industry
For details of new features in any particular release, please refer to the release notes located with the L&TT download on HP's support web pages or in the L&TT user guide.
It is highly recommended that the latest version of L&TT is used at all times as the support of even older products can benefit from improvements in the latest releases of the tool.
DA - 11591 Worldwide — Version 20 — April 18, 2008 | Page 1 |
