Integrating seamlessly into existing backup applications and processes, the HP StorageWorks 6000 Virtual Library System (VLS 6000) accelerates backup performance in complex SAN environments while improving overall reliability. Emulating popular tape libraries and tape drives, the VLS 6000 matches the existing data protection environment, removing the need to change backup software or monitoring policies. By emulating multiple tape drives simultaneously, more backup jobs can be done in parallel resulting in reduced backup times. Additionally, because the data resides on disk, single file restores are exceptionally fast.The VLS 6000 simplifies your SAN environment by providing more virtual devices, reducing the complexity of shared storage while maintaining the manageability of a single piece of hardware. As your environment changes, the VLS 6000 adapts to it - host masking and mapping ensure that only the appropriate hosts have access to the VLS 6000. As storage requirements grow, the VLS 6000 matches the environment by scaling both capacity and performance.The HP StorageWorks 6000 Virtual Library System 2.5TB Capacity Bundle includes HP 6000 Virtual Library System Capacity License, HP StorageWorks MSA20 Storage Enclosure configured with 12 250GB SATA disk drives, 2 IEC power cords, Installation Poster.