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Compaq TH8AG-HL 40GB (Native)/80GB (Compressed) LVD DLT8000 Tape Drive
- Interface: LVD (Low Voltage Differential) SCSI
- Technology: DLT8000
- Native Capacity: 40GB
- Compressed Capacity: 80GB
- Form Factor: Internal/External
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6 MB/s (native)
- High reliability and data integrity
- Suitable for enterprise backup and archive
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Interface
- LVD SCSI
- Tape Technology
- DLT8000
- Native Capacity
- 40GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 80GB
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- 6 MB/s
- Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)
- 12 MB/s
Product details
The Compaq TH8AG-HL is an LVD DLT8000 tape drive, providing 40GB of native storage and up to 80GB with compression. It is designed for high-capacity, high-performance data backup and archival in enterprise server environments.
Technical Information
| Interface | LVD SCSI |
| Tape Technology | DLT8000 |
| Native Capacity | 40GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 80GB |
Additional Specifications
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | 6 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | 12 MB/s |
| Form Factor | Internal/External |
| Reliability | High |
Description
The Compaq TH8AG-HL is a high-performance tape drive based on the DLT8000 technology, offering a robust solution for enterprise-level data backup, restore, and archival. This drive is engineered to handle significant data volumes, providing a native capacity of 40GB, which can be expanded to 80GB when utilizing data compression. This capacity is ideal for organizations requiring efficient and reliable protection of their critical data assets. Featuring an LVD (Low Voltage Differential) SCSI interface, the TH8AG-HL ensures high-speed and stable data transfer, crucial for minimizing backup windows and ensuring quick data recovery. The LVD interface offers improved signal integrity and allows for longer cable runs compared to earlier SCSI standards, enhancing flexibility in server room configurations. The drive boasts a native data transfer rate of up to 6 MB/s, which doubles to 12 MB/s with compression, enabling rapid processing of large datasets. Built for reliability and durability, the Compaq TH8AG-HL is a trusted component in enterprise data protection strategies. Its design prioritizes data integrity and operational stability, making it suitable for continuous operation and long-term archival purposes. This DLT8000 drive represents a dependable choice for businesses seeking a high-capacity, high-performance tape backup solution.
Condition: Refurbished
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