Dell 00132U DDS-4 20GB (Native)/ 40GB (Compressed) SCSI Tape Drive

SKU 00132U

Brand Dell

Type: Tape Drive
Capacity: 20GB Native / 40GB Compressed
Technology: DDS-4
Interface: SCSI
Form Factor: Internal
Brand: Dell
Model: 00132U
Suitable for departmental or small business backups

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Key specifications

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Capacity (Native): 20 GB
Capacity (Compressed): 40 GB
Technology: DDS-4
Interface: SCSI
Form Factor: Internal
Brand: Dell

Product details

This Dell DDS-4 tape drive is an internal SCSI unit with a native capacity of 20GB and a compressed capacity of 40GB. It is suitable for smaller-scale backup and archiving needs.

Technical Information

Capacity (Native)	20 GB
Capacity (Compressed)	40 GB
Technology	DDS-4
Interface	SCSI

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	Internal
Brand	Dell
Part Number	00132U

Description

The Dell 00132U is an internal SCSI tape drive that utilizes the DDS-4 (Digital Data Storage, 4th generation) technology. This drive provides a native storage capacity of 20GB, which can be doubled to 40GB when employing data compression. DDS technology was a popular choice for backup and archiving in workstations and smaller servers during its era, offering a balance of capacity, speed, and affordability. The SCSI interface ensures a reliable connection and reasonable data transfer speeds for backup operations. As an internal drive, it is designed to be installed within a computer's chassis, typically in a 5.25-inch drive bay. This makes it a convenient solution for systems that do not require external backup devices. This DDS-4 drive is well-suited for small to medium-sized businesses or departmental use where the data volumes are not excessively large. It offers a cost-effective method for performing regular backups, archiving important files, and ensuring data recoverability in case of hardware failure or data loss. The 00132U represents a reliable option for basic data protection needs.

Condition: Refurbished