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Dell - 81PGG 20/40gb Tape Backup Unit for PowerEdge 2400
- Compatibility: Dell PowerEdge 2400
- Capacity: 20/40GB (likely refers to older DLT technology)
- Interface: SCSI (typical for this era)
- Type: Tape Backup Unit
- Purpose: Data Backup and Archiving
- Model: Likely a DLT drive
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Key specifications
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- 81PGG
- Product Name
- Tape Backup Unit
- Compatibility
- Dell PowerEdge 2400
- Capacity
- 20/40GB
- Interface
- SCSI (assumed)
Product details
The Dell 81PGG is a 20/40Gb tape backup unit designed for PowerEdge 2400 servers. It provides high-capacity data protection for critical business data.
Technical Information
| SKU | 81PGG |
| Product Name | Tape Backup Unit |
| Compatibility | Dell PowerEdge 2400 |
Additional Specifications
| Capacity | 20/40GB |
| Interface | SCSI (assumed) |
Description
The Dell 81PGG tape backup unit is specifically designed to provide data protection solutions for the Dell PowerEdge 2400 server. In an era where large-scale data storage was less common, tape backup was a primary method for archiving and safeguarding critical business information. This unit offers capacities of 20GB and 40GB, likely referring to native and compressed capacities respectively, which were substantial for its time. This tape drive would typically connect to the PowerEdge 2400 server via a SCSI interface, a standard for high-speed data transfer in servers and workstations during the late 1990s and early 2000s. The integration with the PowerEdge platform ensures compatibility and allows for seamless operation within the server's environment, facilitating regular backups and data recovery processes. The 81PGG serves as a crucial component for businesses relying on the PowerEdge 2400 for their operations, providing a reliable mechanism for disaster recovery and long-term data archiving. Its inclusion underscores the importance of data redundancy and business continuity planning, even with older server hardware.
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