The Dell PowerVault 100T DAT72 Tape Drive offers backup and restore solutions for PowerEdge servers in small network environments. With a combination of data compression and compaction, the tape drive offers a formatted data capacity of up to 36 GB (up to 72 GB assuming a 2:1 compression ratio) and a sustained user data transfer rate of up to 3.5 MBps (up to 7 MBps with 2:1 compression). It features TapeShield and SmartShield technologies for optimum dependability. The tape drive uses 4 mm DAT (Digital Audio Tape) technology and offers backwards read and write compatibility with tapes written in DDS-3 and DDS-4 formats. The PowerVault 100T DAT72 Tape Drive is an ideal storage drive for small to medium businesses that need a backup solution based on proven technology. This product has been tested and validated on Dell systems to ensure it will work with your computer and is compatible with the Dell PowerEdge 700 Server. It is supported by Dell Technical Support when used with a Dell system.
Specifications
Key Features
Enclosure Type
Internal
Interface Type
SCSI
Tape Type
DAT
Native Capacity
36 GB
Technical Features
Native Data Transfer Rate
3.5 MBps
Compressed Capacity
72 GB
Data Transfer Rate - Compressed
7 Mbps
SCSI Signaling Type
Low Voltage Differential (LVD)
System Requirements
Platform
PC, Unix · PC
Operating System
Microsoft Windows NT Server, Novell NetWare, Red Hat Linux