LTO Libraries with UCS

[dani_bosch]

Hello,

According to the HW Compatibility Matrix here:

http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/unified_computing/ucs/interoperability/matrix/r_hcl_B_2.11.pdf

UCS is only compatible with Quantum LTO Libraries with Symantec NetBackup software...question is:

Does this refer to the case when the LTO is directly connected to the Fabric Interconnects of the UCS? I guess if a backup blade in UCS accesses an LTO through a current SAN (made up by Brocade or MDS switches) it doesn't really matter whether that is or isn't in the UCS HW compatibility guide??

Thanks

[Robert Burns]

It's listing only direct attach compatability.  We wouldn't validate each & every possible vendor connected elsewhere in your environment.   Just too many options & permutations.

Robert

[dani_bosch]

What about Quantum libraries with EMC Networker in direct attach? It doesn't appear in the matrix, but considering EMC is a Cisco important partner...

[Robert Burns · Accepted solution]

It might very well work, but if its not listed it's not supported - meaning if you run into issues TAC would be able to push back against anything beyond best-effort support. 

There has to be enough asks for a parituclar device / software to gain support.  If there's minimal interest, we wouldn't invest QA resources on it.

If this is really important you can work with your local account team for a RPQ (Request for Platform Qualification).

Regards,

Robert