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8P304 - Dell PowerVault 122T DLT VS80 Tape Autoloader
- Automated tape backup and restore solution.
- Houses one DLT VS80 tape drive.
- Supports DLT VS80 tape cartridges.
- Capacity: Up to 160GB native per tape (320GB compressed).
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 6MB/s native (12MB/s compressed).
- Ideal for small to medium business (SMB) environments.
- Provides unattended backup operations.
- Compact form factor for easy deployment.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Tape Autoloader
- Model
- PowerVault 122T
- Tape Drive
- 1 x DLT VS80
- Native Capacity per Tape
- 160GB
- Compressed Capacity per Tape
- 320GB
- Native Transfer Rate
- 6MB/s
Product details
The Dell 8P304 PowerVault 122T is a DLT VS80 Tape Autoloader, providing automated backup and restore capabilities for small to medium-sized businesses. It houses a single DLT VS80 tape drive.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Autoloader |
| Model | PowerVault 122T |
| Tape Drive | 1 x DLT VS80 |
| Native Capacity per Tape | 160GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity per Tape | 320GB |
| Native Transfer Rate | 6MB/s |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | 12MB/s |
| Brand | Dell |
Description
The Dell 8P304 PowerVault 122T is a compact tape autoloader designed to automate data backup and restore processes for small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). This unit integrates a single DLT VS80 tape drive, capable of handling DLT VS80 tape cartridges, which offer substantial storage capacities for their time. Each tape cartridge can store up to 160GB of data natively, expanding to 320GB when using hardware compression, making it suitable for backing up critical business data. The autoloader functionality allows for unattended backup operations, where the system can automatically load and unload tapes from a small internal magazine. This feature significantly enhances operational efficiency by eliminating the need for manual intervention during backup schedules. The DLT VS80 drive provides data transfer rates of up to 6MB/s natively and up to 12MB/s when compressed, ensuring that backups can be completed within reasonable timeframes. This Dell PowerVault 122T is an economical and reliable solution for organizations seeking a dedicated tape backup system. It provides a robust method for data protection, disaster recovery, and long-term archiving, ensuring that valuable business information is securely stored and readily available when needed. Its straightforward operation and automation capabilities make it an accessible choice for IT environments with limited resources.
Condition: Refurbished
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