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Compaq TH8AL-CJ 40GB (Native)/80GB (Compressed) SCSI LVD/SE DLT IV Tape Drive
- Drive Type: DLT IV Tape Drive
- Interface: SCSI LVD/SE
- Native Capacity: 40GB
- Compressed Capacity: 80GB
- Form Factor: External
- High-speed data transfer
- Suitable for enterprise-level backups
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Product Overview
The Compaq TH8AL-CJ is an external DLT IV tape drive offering substantial storage capabilities for enterprise environments. It features a native capacity of 40GB and can achieve up to 80GB with compression, making it ideal for backing up large volumes of data. This drive utilizes a SCSI LVD/SE interface for high-speed data transfer and broad compatibility.
Technical Information
| Capacity (Native) | 40GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 80GB |
| Drive Technology | DLT IV |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI LVD/SE |
| Form Factor | External |
Product Description
The Compaq TH8AL-CJ represents a robust external tape drive solution designed for demanding backup and recovery needs within enterprise IT infrastructures. Leveraging the DLT IV (Digital Linear Tape) technology, this drive provides a significant native storage capacity of 40GB, which can be effectively doubled to 80GB when employing hardware-level data compression. This substantial capacity makes it an excellent choice for consolidating backups from multiple servers or handling large databases and application data. Equipped with a SCSI LVD/SE (Low Voltage Differential / Single-Ended) interface, the TH8AL-CJ ensures high-speed data throughput and broad compatibility with a wide range of servers and storage controllers. The LVD interface offers enhanced performance and longer cable lengths compared to older SCSI standards, while SE compatibility ensures backward compatibility with single-ended SCSI systems. This versatility simplifies integration into existing environments and guarantees efficient backup and restore operations. As an external unit, the Compaq TH8AL-CJ is easy to install and manage, requiring no internal chassis modifications. Its robust construction is designed for continuous operation, providing reliability for mission-critical data protection. The DLT IV technology is known for its durability and performance, making this tape drive a dependable choice for organizations prioritizing data integrity and rapid data recovery.


