Configuring Tape Libraries

If you plan to use tape libraries or standalone tape drives for short-term and long-term data protection on tape, you need to physically attach the tape devices to the DPM server. Next, complete the following steps to add the tape library or standalone tape drives using the DPM 2012 Administrator Console:

1. Log on to the DPM server using a domain user account that is a member of the local administrators group.

2. Next, open the DPM 2012 Administrator Console using either the desktop or Start menu icon.

3. Once the console has loaded, on the left side, click Management, and then select the Libraries link.

4. From the tool ribbon at the top, click Rescan, then click Yes at the acknowledgment prompt to proceed with the ...

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