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59P6746 - IBM VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive 80GB (Native)/160GB (Compressed) 5.25 1/2H Internal
- Type: Internal Tape Drive
- Model: VXA-2
- Part Number: 59P6746
- Form Factor: 5.25-inch Half-Height
- Native Capacity: 80GB
- Compressed Capacity: 160GB
- Interface: SCSI (implied for enterprise tape drives of this era)
- Designed for data backup and archiving
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Type
- Internal Tape Drive
- Model
- VXA-2
- Native Capacity
- 80GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 160GB
- Form Factor
- 5.25-inch Half-Height
Product details
The IBM VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive (part number 59P6746) is a 5.25-inch half-height tape backup solution. It offers a native capacity of 80GB and a compressed capacity of 160GB, utilizing the VXA-2 tape format for reliable data archiving and disaster recovery.
Technical Information
| Type | Internal Tape Drive |
| Model | VXA-2 |
| Native Capacity | 80GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 160GB |
| Form Factor | 5.25-inch Half-Height |
Description
The IBM VXA-2 Internal Tape Drive, identified by part number 59P6746, is a robust solution for data backup and archival. It employs the VXA-2 tape technology, which was designed to offer a cost-effective and reliable method for storing large amounts of data. The drive features a native storage capacity of 80GB, which can be expanded to 160GB when using data compression techniques, making it efficient for backing up significant data volumes. This drive is housed in a standard 5.25-inch half-height form factor, allowing it to be installed in most server chassis and workstations equipped with compatible drive bays. While the specific interface is not explicitly stated in the title, enterprise tape drives of this era commonly utilized SCSI interfaces (like UltraSCSI or Wide UltraSCSI) to ensure high transfer rates and reliable connectivity with host systems. The VXA-2 drive is intended for environments requiring regular data backups to protect against data loss due to hardware failure, accidental deletion, or disaster. Its compressed capacity makes it particularly useful for organizations looking to manage backup storage costs effectively. It represents a reliable option for long-term data retention and disaster recovery strategies in legacy or mid-range IT infrastructures.
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