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HP PD020J#300 36/72GB DAT-72 SCSI LVD internal 4mm Tape Drive
- Drive Type: DAT-72 Tape Drive
- Capacity: 36GB Native / 72GB Compressed
- Interface: SCSI LVD (Low Voltage Differential)
- Form Factor: Internal 3.5-inch
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 2.16 MB/s (Native)
- Media Type: DDS/DAT-72 4mm tapes
- Average Seek Time: Varies
- Features: Hardware compression
- Compatibility: Servers and workstations with SCSI LVD interface
- Application: Data backup and archiving
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Product Overview
The HP PD020J#300 is an internal DAT-72 tape drive, offering 36GB native and 72GB compressed storage capacity. It utilizes a SCSI LVD interface for reliable data backup.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | DAT-72 Tape Drive |
| Capacity | 36GB Native / 72GB Compressed |
| Interface | SCSI LVD |
| Form Factor | Internal 3.5-inch |
Additional Specifications
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 2.16 MB/s (Native) |
| Media Type | DDS/DAT-72 4mm tapes |
| Compression | Hardware Compression |
Product Description
The HP PD020J#300 is an internal tape drive designed for reliable data backup and archiving in server and workstation environments. It is based on the DAT-72 technology, which is an evolution of the Digital Data Storage (DDS) format, offering a significant increase in storage capacity over previous generations. This drive can store up to 36GB of data natively, which can be expanded to 72GB when using hardware compression, making it suitable for backing up moderate amounts of data. Connectivity is achieved through a SCSI LVD (Low Voltage Differential) interface. SCSI LVD provides a robust and high-performance connection for storage devices, offering better signal integrity and longer cable lengths compared to older SCSI standards. The internal 3.5-inch form factor allows it to be easily installed into standard drive bays within a computer chassis. The drive utilizes 4mm DDS/DAT-72 tapes as its storage medium. With a native data transfer rate of up to 2.16 MB/s, the PD020J#300 provides a reasonable speed for backup operations, especially considering its capacity. It is designed for environments where regular backups are essential for data protection and disaster recovery. The drive's compatibility relies on the host system having a functional SCSI LVD controller and appropriate drivers installed.
