Backup exec 12.5 with LT0 6

[willj87]

Hi there, does anyone know if backup exec 12.5 will support LTO 6 drives?

regards

[SuperBrain]

I doubt is BE 12.5 will get support for LTO6 drives.

You could however upgrade Backup Exec to newer versions 2010 R3 / 2012 which do support LTO-6 drives.

[willj87]

thanks alot :)

[Sush---]

You can always check if the device you are using is supported or not in the Hardware Compatibility List of different versions of Backup Exec as follows:

http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH62114 : Backup Exec 12.5 Hardware (HCL)

http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH137050 : Backup Exec 2010|2010 R2|2010 R3 Hardware (HCL)

http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH175582 : Backup Exec 2012 Hardware (HCL)

Thanks,

-Sush...

[Larry_Fine]

No, not supported in BE 12.5, per the HCL.  But, if you are not using encryption or WORM, I think it will "work" for most brands of LTO tape drives.  Now, if you want to use it in a robotic library, then you need to check the HCL for that as that could be a show-stopper.

I suggest upgrading to BE 2010 R3 or higher, depending upon your needs.

[teiva-boy]

Becareful that BackupExec probably can't even take advantage of anything LTO6 in terms of speed.  Since it can't multiplex, you are in a huge position to actually have slower backup speeds, premature drive failure and prematurely worn tapes.