Quantum TH5AA-YF-A07 20GB 40GB SCSI SE 50-Pin DLT IV 5.25-inchTape Drive

SKU TH5AA-YF-A07

Brand Quantum

Capacity: 20GB Native / 40GB Compressed
Interface: SCSI SE (Single-Ended)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch Internal
Tape Technology: DLT IV
Data Transfer Rate: Up to 3MB/s (Native)
Manufacturer: Quantum
Model: TH5AA-YF-A07

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Key specifications

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Capacity (Native): 20GB
Capacity (Compressed): 40GB
Interface: SCSI SE 50-Pin
Form Factor: 5.25-inch Internal
Tape Technology: DLT IV
Data Transfer Rate (Native): Up to 3MB/s

Product details

The Quantum TH5AA-YF-A07 is a 20GB/40GB DLT IV tape drive featuring a SCSI interface. This 5.25-inch internal drive is designed for high-capacity data backup and archival in server and workstation environments.

Technical Information

Capacity (Native)	20GB
Capacity (Compressed)	40GB
Interface	SCSI SE 50-Pin

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	5.25-inch Internal
Tape Technology	DLT IV
Data Transfer Rate (Native)	Up to 3MB/s

Description

The Quantum TH5AA-YF-A07 is an internal tape drive that utilizes the DLT IV (Digital Linear Tape IV) technology, offering a robust solution for data backup and archival. It provides a native storage capacity of 20GB, which can be expanded to 40GB when using data compression techniques. This capacity was significant for its time, making it suitable for backing up large datasets from servers and high-end workstations. Connectivity is achieved through a SCSI SE (Single-Ended) interface, utilizing a 50-pin connector. SCSI interfaces were common in enterprise environments for their performance and ability to support multiple devices on a single bus. The drive's 5.25-inch form factor indicates it is designed to be installed in standard full-height drive bays found in servers and desktop computers. Quantum was a leading manufacturer in the tape storage market, and the DLT IV technology represented a reliable and high-performance option for data protection. The TH5AA-YF-A07 model is built for durability and consistent performance, essential for mission-critical backup operations. Its primary application is in environments requiring secure, long-term storage of important data, ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities.

Condition: Refurbished