Dell UH301 PowerVault 124T 12.8TB 16-Slot LTO-3 Autoloader Tape Drive

Description

The Dell UH301 PowerVault 124T represents a significant advancement in automated tape storage solutions, specifically engineered for environments requiring substantial data backup and long-term archiving capabilities. This autoloader boasts a high-density configuration, featuring 16 slots dedicated to LTO-3 Ultrium tape cartridges. Each LTO-3 cartridge offers a native capacity of 400GB, allowing the entire library to store a massive 6.4TB of data natively. When employing data compression, the total native capacity escalates to an impressive 12.8TB, making it an exceptionally efficient solution for consolidating large datasets. Leveraging the LTO-3 technology, the PowerVault 124T delivers robust performance with native data transfer rates of up to 80MB/s. This speed is critical for minimizing backup windows and ensuring that critical data can be restored quickly in the event of a system failure or data loss. The autoloader mechanism automates the loading and unloading of tapes from the library's slots into the LTO-3 drive, enabling continuous, unattended backup operations. This feature significantly reduces the need for manual intervention, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability. Designed for integration into enterprise server environments, the PowerVault 124T typically connects via a SCSI/LVD interface, providing a reliable and high-bandwidth connection to the host system. Its 1U rack-mountable form factor allows for efficient space utilization within data centers. The Dell UH301 is an ideal solution for organizations that need to manage growing data volumes, comply with data retention policies, and ensure the integrity and availability of their critical information through a scalable and automated tape storage system.

Condition: Refurbished