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Dell 05574C DLT 7000 SCSI External Tape Drive
- DLT 7000 technology for data storage.
- External form factor for easy integration.
- SCSI interface for connectivity.
- Native capacity of 35GB per cartridge.
- Compressed capacity of 70GB per cartridge (2:1 compression).
- Native data transfer rate of up to 5 MB/s.
- Designed for server backup and archival.
- Reliable data protection solution for its era.
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Product Overview
The Dell 05574C is an external DLT 7000 tape drive utilizing a SCSI interface. It was designed for reliable data backup and archiving in server environments.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | External Tape Drive |
| Interface | SCSI |
| Technology | DLT 7000 |
| Native Capacity | 35 GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 70 GB (2:1) |
| Native Transfer Rate | 5 MB/s |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | 10 MB/s (2:1) |
Product Description
The Dell 05574C is an external tape drive based on the DLT 7000 technology, a robust solution for data backup and archiving prevalent in its time. It connects via a SCSI interface, which was standard for high-performance peripherals in server environments, ensuring reliable data transfer. This drive was engineered to provide dependable data protection for businesses requiring secure storage of critical information. With a native capacity of 35GB per cartridge, expandable to 70GB with 2:1 compression, the DLT 7000 offered a significant storage capability for its generation. The native transfer rate of 5 MB/s, scaling to 10 MB/s under compression, provided adequate performance for typical backup routines of the era. Its external design facilitated straightforward installation and integration into existing server infrastructures. While DLT technology has been superseded by newer standards like LTO, the Dell 05574C represents a reliable component for organizations that may still utilize or maintain systems requiring this specific interface and capacity. It was a key part of data management strategies focused on ensuring data availability and recovery in the event of system failures or data loss.
