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249160-B31 - Compaq AIT External Tape Drive - 100GB (Native)/200GB (Compressed) - External
- Technology: AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape)
- Capacity (Native): 100GB
- Capacity (Compressed): 200GB
- Form Factor: External
- Interface: SCSI (likely UltraSCSI or similar)
- Features Memory-in-Cassette (MIC)
- Provides high-capacity data backup and archiving
- External unit for easy connectivity
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Product Overview
The Compaq 249160-B31 is an external AIT tape drive with a native capacity of 100GB and a compressed capacity of 200GB. It offers a high-capacity, external backup solution suitable for various server and workstation environments.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 249160-B31 |
| Drive Type | AIT Tape Drive |
| Capacity (Native) | 100GB |
Additional Specifications
| Capacity (Compressed) | 200GB |
| Form Factor | External |
| Interface | SCSI |
Product Description
The Compaq 249160-B31 is an external tape drive that utilizes the AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) technology, offering a substantial storage capacity of 100GB natively, expandable to 200GB with compression. The external form factor makes it a versatile solution, easily connectable to servers or workstations without requiring internal installation. This is particularly beneficial for environments where internal drive bays are limited or for systems where an internal drive is not feasible. As an AIT drive, it incorporates the Memory-in-Cassette (MIC) feature, which enhances performance by storing index information on the tape cartridge itself. This allows for quicker file locating and access, streamlining backup and restore operations. The drive connects via a SCSI interface, ensuring broad compatibility with enterprise hardware. The specific SCSI variant (e.g., UltraSCSI) would determine its maximum data transfer rates, but generally, AIT drives offered competitive performance for their time. This external tape drive is well-suited for businesses requiring a robust and high-capacity solution for backing up critical data, performing system archives, or meeting compliance requirements. Its external nature simplifies deployment and allows it to be shared among multiple systems if needed. The 100GB/200GB capacity range was significant, making it capable of handling large datasets common in business environments.
