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DEC TLZ09-BB 4GB (8GB SCSI SE DDS-2 DAT 5.25-Inch Tape Drive
- Native Capacity: 4GB
- Compressed Capacity: 8GB
- Interface: SCSI SE
- Technology: DDS-2 DAT
- Form Factor: 5.25-Inch Half-Height
- Suitable for server backup
- Durable and reliable
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Product Overview
The DEC TLZ09-BB is a 4GB DDS-2 DAT tape drive featuring an 8GB compressed capacity and a SCSI SE interface. It is designed for reliable data backup and archival in small to medium-sized computing environments.
Technical Information
| Native Capacity | 4GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 8GB |
| Interface | SCSI SE |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Type | DDS-2 DAT |
| Form Factor | 5.25-Inch Half-Height |
Product Description
The DEC TLZ09-BB is a Digital Data Storage (DDS) version 2 (DDS-2) Digital Audio Tape (DAT) drive, providing a native storage capacity of 4GB. With hardware data compression, the effective capacity increases to 8GB, making it a capable solution for backing up the data of small servers, workstations, or departmental networks. The DDS-2 standard offered a significant improvement in capacity and performance over its predecessors, establishing it as a reliable choice for data protection in its time. This drive utilizes a SCSI SE (Single-Ended) interface, which was a common and robust connection standard for high-performance peripherals in the server and workstation market. The SCSI interface ensures efficient data transfer and reliable communication with the host system. The drive's physical form factor is typically a 5.25-inch half-height unit, allowing for easy installation within standard computer chassis or external enclosures. The TLZ09-BB was designed with reliability and ease of use in mind, making it suitable for automated backup schedules. Its primary purpose is to ensure that critical business data is regularly backed up, providing a recovery point in case of data loss events such as hardware failures, cyberattacks, or accidental deletions. The drive represents a dependable and cost-effective option for organizations needing a proven tape backup solution.
