Quantum TC-L72BN 6TB (15TB LTO-7 SAS Tape Drive Tabletop Kit

SKU TC-L72BN

Brand Quantum

LTO-7 SAS Tape Drive
Native Capacity: 6TB
Compressed Capacity: 15TB (assuming 2.5:1 compression ratio)
Tabletop form factor for easy deployment
SAS interface for high-speed connectivity
Ideal for direct-attached backup and archiving
Supports LTO-7 media

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Tape Drive Tabletop Kit
Drive Technology: LTO-7
Interface: SAS
Native Capacity: 6TB
Compressed Capacity: 15TB
Form Factor: Tabletop

Product details

The Quantum TC-L72BN is a tabletop kit featuring an LTO-7 SAS tape drive with a native capacity of 6TB. This solution is designed for direct-attached backup and archiving needs, offering a balance of performance and capacity for small to medium-sized businesses. Its tabletop form factor makes it easy to deploy without requiring a dedicated server rack.

Technical Information

Product Type	Tape Drive Tabletop Kit
Drive Technology	LTO-7
Interface	SAS

Additional Specifications

Native Capacity	6TB
Compressed Capacity	15TB
Form Factor	Tabletop

Description

The Quantum TC-L72BN represents a powerful yet accessible tape backup solution, integrating a high-performance LTO-7 SAS tape drive into a convenient tabletop package. LTO-7 technology offers significant advancements in both capacity and speed over previous generations, making it an excellent choice for modern data protection strategies. With a native capacity of 6TB per tape cartridge, and a potential compressed capacity of up to 15TB (based on a 2.5:1 compression ratio), this drive can handle substantial backup and archive workloads efficiently. The SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface ensures robust and high-speed data transfer between the tape drive and the host system. This is critical for minimizing backup windows and ensuring that data can be restored quickly in the event of a data loss incident. The tabletop form factor eliminates the need for complex rack installations, making it suitable for environments where dedicated server racks are not available or practical. This ease of deployment makes it an attractive option for small businesses, remote offices, or departmental backup needs. This kit is designed for organizations seeking a reliable, scalable, and cost-effective method for backing up critical data and performing long-term archiving. LTO technology is a well-established standard in the industry, known for its longevity, security features, and backward compatibility, ensuring that investments in media and drives remain valuable over time. The Quantum TC-L72BN provides a straightforward path to leveraging the benefits of LTO-7 for comprehensive data protection.

Condition: Refurbished