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IBM 46C2458 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) USB 2.0 DAT160 Tape Drive
- Native Capacity: 80GB
- Compressed Capacity: 160GB
- Interface: USB 2.0
- Drive Type: DAT160
- Form Factor: External
- Easy plug-and-play installation
- Suitable for small to medium environments
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Native Capacity
- 80GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 160GB
- Interface
- USB 2.0
- Drive Type
- DAT160
- Form Factor
- External
Product details
The IBM 46C2458 is a DAT160 tape drive featuring an 80GB native / 160GB compressed capacity and a USB 2.0 interface. It provides a compact and convenient solution for backing up data from servers and workstations.
Technical Information
| Native Capacity | 80GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 160GB |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
Additional Specifications
| Drive Type | DAT160 |
| Form Factor | External |
Description
The IBM 46C2458 is a DAT160 tape drive, offering a native storage capacity of 80GB, which can be expanded to 160GB through hardware data compression. This capacity makes it suitable for backing up the data of small to medium-sized servers, workstations, or individual computers. The drive utilizes the DAT160 technology, which is an evolution of the Digital Audio Tape (DAT) standard, providing improved performance and reliability over earlier DAT versions. A key feature of this drive is its USB 2.0 interface. This provides a simple and widely compatible connection method, allowing for easy plug-and-play installation without the need for specialized controllers or complex configurations often associated with SCSI or Fibre Channel interfaces. The USB 2.0 connection also offers a respectable data transfer rate for its intended use case, facilitating efficient backup operations. Designed as an external unit, the IBM 46C2458 is portable and can be easily connected to various systems. Its primary function is to provide a reliable and cost-effective solution for regular data backups, ensuring that critical information is protected against loss. This drive is an excellent choice for users who require a straightforward and dependable tape backup system for their essential data.
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