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9E992 - Dell 10GB/20GB Travan ATA/IDE Internal Tape Drive
- Technology: Travan TR-5
- Capacity: 10 GB native / 20 GB compressed
- Interface: ATA/IDE
- Form Factor: Internal 3.5-inch
- Designed for personal computer backup
- Lower cost backup solution
- Requires compatible Travan media
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Product Overview
The 9E992 is a Dell internal tape drive supporting Travan technology, with a capacity of 10GB native and 20GB compressed. It uses an ATA/IDE interface, making it suitable for integration into desktop PCs and entry-level servers for basic backup needs.
Technical Information
| Technology | Travan TR-5 |
| Native Capacity | 10 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 20 GB |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | ATA/IDE |
| Form Factor | Internal 3.5-inch |
Product Description
The Dell 9E992, identified by the part number 10GB/20GB, is an internal tape drive that utilizes the Travan TR-5 technology. Travan was a popular tape format for personal computer backup during the late 1990s and early 2000s, offering a relatively affordable solution for backing up desktop systems and small office/home office (SOHO) environments. This specific drive model has a native capacity of 10GB, which can be doubled to 20GB when using compression. The drive features an ATA/IDE interface, which was the standard for connecting hard drives and optical drives in most PCs of that era. This made it relatively easy to install and integrate into existing systems without requiring specialized controllers. The 3.5-inch form factor allows it to fit into a standard floppy or hard drive bay within a desktop computer chassis. While the capacity and transfer speeds of Travan drives are significantly lower than modern tape technologies like LTO, they served a crucial purpose in providing a reliable and cost-effective method for users to create backups of their important files and system configurations. The 9E992 was a practical choice for individuals and small businesses looking to implement a basic data protection strategy.
