Dell - X3195 80/160GB VS-160 2U Rack-Mountable for PowerVault 114T

Product Description

The Dell X3195 is a VS-160 internal tape drive with a native capacity of 80GB and a compressed capacity of up to 160GB, making it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable data backup and disaster recovery solutions. This drive is specifically designed to be integrated into the Dell PowerVault 114T tape autoloader, a 2U rack-mountable unit that provides automated tape handling for unattended backups. The combination of the VS-160 drive and the PowerVault 114T offers a cost-effective and efficient method for archiving critical data. The VS-160 technology, often based on the DLT (Digital Linear Tape) or LTO (Linear Tape-Open) standards, provides robust performance and data integrity. The drive typically connects via a SCSI interface, which was standard for high-performance storage devices in servers and storage arrays. Its inclusion in the PowerVault 114T ensures seamless integration and operation within Dell's server and storage ecosystem, simplifying deployment and management for IT administrators. This tape drive is an essential component for organizations that need to perform regular backups of their server data, applications, and databases. By leveraging compression technology, it maximizes storage efficiency on each tape cartridge. The rack-mountable nature of the PowerVault 114T allows it to be easily integrated into standard server racks, optimizing space utilization in data centers. The Dell X3195, as part of this solution, represents a dependable choice for long-term data retention and compliance requirements.