HP PD020J#300 36/72GB DAT-72 SCSI LVD internal 4mm Tape Drive

SKU PD020J#300

Brand HP

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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Key specifications

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Drive Type: DAT-72 Tape Drive
Capacity: 36GB Native / 72GB Compressed
Interface: SCSI LVD
Form Factor: Internal 3.5-inch
Data Transfer Rate: Up to 2.16 MB/s (Native)
Media Type: DDS/DAT-72 4mm tapes

Product details

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

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.

Condition: Refurbished