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Exabyte Corp EXB-8505 5/10GB 8MM TAPE SCSI-NRW-SE INT EXABYTE
- 8mm tape technology
- Internal form factor
- SCSI interface
- Native capacity: 5 GB
- Compressed capacity: 10 GB
- Designed for data backup and archiving
- Suitable for older server systems
- NRW-SE (Narrow SCSI) support
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Product Type
- Internal Tape Drive
- Interface
- SCSI
- Form Factor
- Internal
- Media Type
- 8mm Tape
- Native Capacity
- 5 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 10 GB
Product details
The Exabyte Corp EXB-8505 is an 8mm internal SCSI tape drive. It offers a native capacity of 5 GB and a compressed capacity of 10 GB, utilizing the SCSI interface for connectivity. This drive is designed for backup and archival purposes in systems requiring an 8mm tape solution.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Internal Tape Drive |
| Interface | SCSI |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Media Type | 8mm Tape |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | 5 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 10 GB |
| Manufacturer | Exabyte Corp |
| Interface Type | SCSI-NRW-SE |
Description
The Exabyte Corp EXB-8505 is an internal 8mm tape drive that utilizes the SCSI interface for data transfer. This drive was a popular choice for backup and archival solutions in the era of 8mm tape technology, offering a native capacity of 5 gigabytes and a compressed capacity of 10 gigabytes per cartridge. The SCSI interface, specifically noted as SCSI-NRW-SE (Narrow SCSI), provided a reliable connection for data storage devices in servers and workstations of that period. Designed for internal installation, the EXB-8505 integrates directly into the host system, making it a space-efficient solution for data backup. Its primary function was to provide a robust method for backing up critical data and for long-term archiving, ensuring that information could be recovered in case of system failure or data corruption. The 8mm tape format was known for its reliability and capacity relative to other storage media available at the time of its introduction. While superseded by newer technologies like LTO, the EXB-8505 represents a significant piece of data storage history. It served the needs of many businesses by offering a dependable way to manage and protect their growing data volumes. For systems still utilizing or requiring compatibility with 8mm SCSI tape drives, the EXB-8505 remains a relevant component for data backup and recovery operations.
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