Dell V3FG4 LTO-6 SAS Half Height Tape Drive

SKU V3FG4

Brand Dell

Technology: LTO-6 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 6)
Form Factor: Half Height (HH)
Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Native Capacity: Up to 2.5TB per tape
Compressed Capacity: Up to 6.25TB per tape (assuming 2.5:1 compression)
Read/Write Capability
Designed for server backup and archival storage

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Key specifications

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Drive Type: Tape Drive
Technology: LTO-6
Form Factor: Half Height (HH)
Interface: SAS
Native Capacity: 2.5 TB
Compressed Capacity: 6.25 TB

Product details

The Dell V3FG4 is a Half Height (HH) internal tape drive utilizing LTO-6 technology. It connects via a SAS interface and is designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving.

Technical Information

Drive Type	Tape Drive
Technology	LTO-6
Form Factor	Half Height (HH)
Interface	SAS

Additional Specifications

Native Capacity	2.5 TB
Compressed Capacity	6.25 TB
Brand	Dell
Part Number	V3FG4

Description

The Dell V3FG4 is an internal tape drive that leverages the LTO-6 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 6) technology, representing a significant advancement in high-capacity data storage and archiving solutions. Designed for server environments, this Half Height (HH) form factor drive fits into standard server chassis, offering a compact yet powerful backup and archival capability. The drive connects via a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, ensuring high throughput and reliable data transfer essential for large backup operations. With LTO-6 technology, the V3FG4 drive offers impressive storage capacities. Natively, it can store up to 2.5 Terabytes of data on a single LTO-6 tape cartridge. When data compression is applied (typically at a 2.5:1 ratio for LTO-6), the capacity can increase to an astounding 6.25 Terabytes per tape. This makes it an extremely cost-effective solution for long-term data retention, disaster recovery, and compliance archiving, significantly reducing the number of tapes required and the associated media costs. The drive's read and write capabilities ensure that data can be both stored and retrieved efficiently. Its SAS interface provides the necessary bandwidth for fast backup and restore operations, minimizing downtime. The Dell V3FG4 is an ideal choice for businesses and organizations that need a robust, scalable, and reliable solution for managing ever-growing data volumes, ensuring data protection and long-term accessibility.

Condition: Refurbished