Dell - YK955 400/800GB LTO Tape Fc Int (pvtl4000)

SKU YK955

Brand Dell

Internal LTO tape drive.
SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface.
Designed for Dell PowerVault TL4000 series.
Native capacity of 400GB per tape.
Compressed capacity of 800GB per tape.
Supports LTO technology for high-density storage.
Ideal for automated backup and archival solutions.

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Internal Tape Drive
Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Technology: LTO
Native Capacity: 400GB
Compressed Capacity: 800GB
Compatibility: Dell PowerVault TL4000

Product details

The Dell YK955 is an internal LTO tape drive with a SAS interface, designed for the PowerVault TL4000 series. It offers a native capacity of 400GB and a compressed capacity of 800GB per tape.

Technical Information

Product Type	Internal Tape Drive
Interface	SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Technology	LTO

Additional Specifications

Native Capacity	400GB
Compressed Capacity	800GB
Compatibility	Dell PowerVault TL4000

Description

The Dell YK955 is an internal tape drive that utilizes LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology, specifically designed for integration into Dell PowerVault TL4000 series storage solutions. This drive features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high-speed data transfer rates and reliable connectivity, essential for efficient backup and restore operations. The YK955 offers a substantial native storage capacity of 400GB per tape, which can be doubled to 800GB when utilizing data compression, making it suitable for handling significant data volumes. As an LTO drive, the YK955 benefits from the LTO program's focus on performance, capacity, and reliability. This technology is a widely adopted standard for enterprise data backup and archival, ensuring compatibility and a robust ecosystem of media and software. The internal form factor allows it to be seamlessly integrated into the TL4000 library, contributing to its automated tape handling capabilities. This drive is a key component for organizations seeking a scalable and dependable solution for their data protection needs. The combination of LTO technology, SAS interface, and compatibility with the PowerVault TL4000 platform makes the YK955 an effective choice for ensuring data integrity, enabling disaster recovery, and managing long-term archival requirements. Its performance characteristics are designed to minimize backup windows and ensure quick data retrieval.

Condition: Refurbished