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Dell 9-01280-01 400GB/ 800GB LTO-3 SCSI/ Lvd Loader Ready Tape Drive
- LTO-3 technology for reliable data storage.
- Supports 400GB native and 800GB compressed capacity.
- SCSI/LVD interface for high-speed data transfer.
- Loader ready for automated tape library integration.
- Designed for enterprise-level backup and archival needs.
- Backward read compatibility with LTO-2 media.
- Forward read and write compatibility with LTO-3 media.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity (Native)
- 400GB
- Capacity (Compressed)
- 800GB
- Interface
- SCSI/LVD
- Technology
- LTO-3
- Form Factor
- Internal/External (Loader Ready)
- Data Transfer Rate (Native)
- 80 MB/s
Product details
The Dell 9-01280-01 is a tape drive designed for data backup and archiving. It supports LTO-3 technology, offering both native and compressed capacities for flexible storage solutions. This drive is ready for loader integration, making it suitable for automated backup environments.
Technical Information
| Capacity (Native) | 400GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 800GB |
| Interface | SCSI/LVD |
| Technology | LTO-3 |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Internal/External (Loader Ready) |
| Data Transfer Rate (Native) | 80 MB/s |
| Data Transfer Rate (Compressed) | 160 MB/s |
Description
The Dell 9-01280-01 LTO-3 tape drive is engineered to provide robust and efficient data backup and archival capabilities for businesses. Leveraging the advanced LTO-3 technology, this drive offers a substantial native storage capacity of 400GB, which can be expanded to 800GB when using data compression. This makes it an ideal solution for managing growing data volumes and ensuring long-term data retention. Equipped with a SCSI/LVD interface, the 9-01280-01 ensures high-speed data transfer rates, minimizing backup windows and improving operational efficiency. Its 'Loader Ready' designation signifies its compatibility with automated tape libraries and robotic systems, facilitating unattended, high-volume backup operations. This feature is crucial for enterprise environments that require continuous data protection and efficient media management. The drive's design prioritizes reliability and performance, making it a dependable component in any data protection strategy. It offers backward read compatibility with LTO-2 media, allowing for access to older backups, while ensuring full read and write compatibility with LTO-3 tapes. This versatility, combined with its capacity and speed, positions the Dell 9-01280-01 as a cost-effective and powerful solution for data storage and recovery.
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