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C1526-60003 - HP Surestor TAPE 5000 50-Pin SCSI Tape Drive
- Capacity (Native): 2.5 GB
- Capacity (Compressed): 5 GB
- Interface: SCSI-2 Fast
- Form Factor: External
- Media Type: DDS-2
- Data Transfer Rate (Native): 1.2 MB/s
- Data Transfer Rate (Compressed): 2.4 MB/s
- Features HP's One Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR)
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Product Overview
The HP C1526-60003 SureStore TAPE 5000 is an external SCSI tape drive designed for reliable data backup and archiving. It offers a native capacity of 2.5GB and a compressed capacity of 5GB per cartridge, utilizing the DDS-2 format.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Capacity (Native) | 2.5 GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 5 GB |
| Interface | SCSI-2 Fast |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | External |
| Media Format | DDS-2 |
| Transfer Rate (Native) | 1.2 MB/s |
| Transfer Rate (Compressed) | 2.4 MB/s |
Product Description
The HP SureStore TAPE 5000, identified by part number C1526-60003, is an external tape drive solution tailored for small to medium-sized businesses seeking dependable data backup and archiving capabilities. This drive utilizes the DDS-2 (Digital Data Storage) format, offering a native storage capacity of 2.5GB, which can be expanded to 5GB when using data compression. Its external design allows for straightforward integration into existing IT infrastructures without occupying internal drive bays. Equipped with a SCSI-2 Fast interface, the SureStore TAPE 5000 provides adequate data transfer speeds for its intended purpose, with native transfer rates of 1.2 MB/s and compressed rates of up to 2.4 MB/s. This performance is suitable for routine backups and restores, ensuring that critical business data can be protected efficiently. The DDS-2 media is a reliable and widely adopted format for entry-level to mid-range tape storage solutions. The C1526-60003 model often includes features like HP's One Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR), which simplifies the process of restoring an entire system in the event of a failure. This drive represents a cost-effective and reliable option for organizations needing to safeguard their valuable data against loss and ensure business continuity.
