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C6541-69001 - HP 20 / 40GB DDS4 Tape Drive
- DDS4 (Digital Data Storage) technology
- 20GB native storage capacity
- 40GB compressed storage capacity
- 4mm DDS4 tape media
- Internal 3.5-inch form factor
- SCSI interface (typically)
- Backward compatible with DDS3 media
- Reliable for small to medium business backup
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity (Native)
- 20 GB
- Capacity (Compressed)
- 40 GB
- Media Type
- 4mm DDS4
- Form Factor
- Internal 3.5-inch
- Interface
- SCSI (Ultra Wide LVD/SE)
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- 1.5 MB/s
Product details
The HP C6541-69001 is a DDS4 tape drive offering 20GB native and 40GB compressed capacity. It utilizes 4mm DDS4 media and provides an internal solution for data backup and archiving.
Technical Information
| Capacity (Native) | 20 GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 40 GB |
| Media Type | 4mm DDS4 |
| Form Factor | Internal 3.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI (Ultra Wide LVD/SE) |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | 1.5 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | 3 MB/s |
Description
The HP C6541-69001 is a DDS4 (Digital Data Storage, Generation 4) tape drive, designed to provide reliable data backup and archiving capabilities. This internal drive offers a native storage capacity of 20GB, which can be expanded to 40GB when employing data compression. It uses 4mm DDS4 tape cartridges, a standard format for this generation of DAT technology. This drive typically features an internal 3.5-inch form factor, making it suitable for installation in standard server or workstation bays. The interface is commonly SCSI, often supporting Ultra Wide LVD/SE for efficient data transfer. A key feature is its backward compatibility with DDS3 media, allowing users to access older backups and manage their tape inventory more flexibly. With a native data transfer rate of approximately 1.5 MB/s (3 MB/s compressed), the HP C6541-69001 delivers adequate performance for typical backup routines in small to medium business environments. It represents a dependable and cost-effective solution for protecting critical data and ensuring business continuity through regular backups.
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