Tape Gateway

Tape Gateway (VTL - Virtual Tape Library)

• Cloud-based replacement for physical tape backup systems

• Preserves existing tape-based backup workflows and software

• Uses TLS encryption for secure data transfer to AWS

Key Features:

• Virtual Tapes are stored in:

  • S3 for active virtual tapes (Virtual Tape Library)

  • S3 Glacier for archived virtual tapes (Virtual Tape Shelf)

• Compatible with major backup software vendors

• Cost-effective long-term data retention

• No physical tape infrastructure needed

Architecture:

CopyBackup Software → Tape Gateway → AWS Storage
(iSCSI VTL)    (TLS Transfer)  ↳ S3 (Active tapes)
                               ↳ S3 Glacier (Archived tapes)

Benefits:

• Maintains existing backup processes

• Eliminates physical tape management

• Reduces operational costs

• Secure and durable storage

• Easy retrieval when needed