Dell 0788EJ 0788EJ - Dell 30/70gb Ext Tape Drive

SKU 0788EJ

Brand Dell

External tape drive form factor
Capacity: 30GB (native) / 70GB (compressed)
Interface type not explicitly specified, but likely SCSI or USB for external drives of this era
Designed for data backup and archiving
Compatible with Dell PowerVault systems or other servers requiring tape backup
Utilizes industry-standard tape media for data storage

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SKU: 0788EJ
Title: Dell 0788EJ 0788EJ - Dell 30/70gb Ext Tape Drive
Capacity (Native): 30 GB
Capacity (Compressed): 70 GB
Form Factor: External

Product details

The Dell 0788EJ is an external tape drive designed for reliable data backup and archiving. It offers a capacity of 30GB in normal mode and 70GB in compressed mode, making it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses requiring cost-effective tape storage solutions.

Technical Information

SKU	0788EJ
Title	Dell 0788EJ 0788EJ - Dell 30/70gb Ext Tape Drive
Capacity (Native)	30 GB

Additional Specifications

Capacity (Compressed)	70 GB
Form Factor	External

Description

The Dell 0788EJ external tape drive represents a robust solution for organizations needing to perform regular data backups and long-term archiving. With its native capacity of 30GB and a compressed capacity of up to 70GB, it provides a significant storage volume for critical business data, ensuring that valuable information can be safely stored and recovered in case of data loss or system failure. This drive is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing IT infrastructures, likely connecting via a SCSI or potentially a USB interface, depending on the specific model revision and intended deployment. Its external nature allows for easy installation and removal without requiring internal chassis modifications, which is advantageous for environments with limited space or for shared backup resources. The drive's primary function is to provide a reliable and cost-effective method for data protection. As a tape drive, the 0788EJ leverages the inherent benefits of tape media, including high capacity, long archival life, and portability. This makes it an ideal choice for disaster recovery planning and for meeting compliance requirements that mandate the retention of data for extended periods. The drive's performance characteristics, while not detailed here, would typically be optimized for sequential read/write operations, which are characteristic of backup and archive tasks.

Condition: Refurbished