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Dell 0C9556 200GB/ 400GB 8-Slot LTO SCSI Tape Autoloader
- Product Type: Tape Autoloader
- Brand: Dell
- Model/Part Number: 0C9556
- Number of Slots: 8
- Interface: SCSI
- Tape Technology: LTO (specific generation not specified, but capacity suggests LTO-1/2)
- Native Capacity per Cartridge: 200GB
- Compressed Capacity per Cartridge: 400GB
- Automated media handling for backups
- Suitable for small to medium business environments
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Product Overview
The Dell 0C9556 is an 8-slot LTO SCSI tape autoloader designed for automated data backup and archiving. It supports LTO tape drives with a capacity of 200GB (native) or 400GB (compressed) per cartridge. This unit provides a scalable solution for managing backup media in small to medium-sized environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Autoloader |
| Brand | Dell |
| Part Number | 0C9556 |
| Number of Slots | 8 |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI |
| Native Capacity per Cartridge | 200GB |
| Compressed Capacity per Cartridge | 400GB |
Product Description
The Dell 0C9556 is an 8-slot tape autoloader designed to automate the process of data backup and archiving using LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology. This unit is equipped to handle tape cartridges with a native capacity of 200GB, which can be compressed to 400GB, indicating compatibility with earlier generations of LTO technology, likely LTO-1 or LTO-2 drives. The autoloader features a robotic mechanism that automatically loads and unloads tapes from its eight available slots into an attached LTO drive (drive not included with the autoloader itself). This automated functionality is crucial for environments that require frequent backups without constant manual intervention. By enabling unattended operation, the 0C9556 allows businesses to maintain a consistent backup schedule, ensuring data protection and facilitating disaster recovery efforts. The SCSI interface ensures broad compatibility with many servers and backup software solutions commonly used in small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) that utilize SCSI-based storage configurations. The 8-slot capacity provides a reasonable buffer for storing backup media, allowing for multiple backup cycles or different backup sets to be managed within the library. The Dell 0C9556 represents a cost-effective solution for organizations looking to implement or enhance their tape-based backup strategy with automation, providing a reliable method for storing and retrieving large volumes of data.
