This publication introduces the requirements for the Dell™ PowerVault™ 136T LTO Tape Library including requirements for LTO-2/LTO-3 mixed mode configurations.
This manual describes the requirements for operating a mix of LTO‑2 and LTO‑3 drives in the Dell PowerVault 136T tape library. It covers hardware installation, minimum firmware versions, bar‑code labeling, and backup software configuration needed for mixed‑mode operation.
The document also provides troubleshooting guidance for common error messages, instructions for enabling extended bar‑code reading, and notes on supported backup software environments.
| RMU firmware version | 193D.00002 |
|---|---|
| LTO‑3 drive firmware | 54K1 |
| SNC (Gen1) firmware | 425.04 |
| SNC (Gen2) firmware | 60.03 |