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Quantum TH8XH-ES DLT 8000 Series Tape Drive
- Technology: DLT (Digital Linear Tape)
- Series: DLT 8000
- Native Capacity: 160GB
- Native Transfer Rate: 10MB/s
- Compressed Capacity: Up to 320GB (with 2:1 compression)
- Compressed Transfer Rate: Up to 20MB/s
- Interface: SCSI (typically Ultra2 LVD)
- Form Factor: Internal half-height.
- Ideal for reliable data backup and archiving.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Tape Drive Technology
- DLT
- Series
- DLT 8000
- Native Capacity
- 160GB
- Native Transfer Rate
- 10MB/s
- Compressed Capacity
- 320GB
- Compressed Transfer Rate
- 20MB/s
Product details
The Quantum TH8XH-ES is a DLT 8000 series tape drive, designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving. It offers a native storage capacity of 160GB and a native transfer rate of 10MB/s, making it suitable for small to medium-sized businesses requiring reliable tape storage solutions.
Technical Information
| Tape Drive Technology | DLT |
| Series | DLT 8000 |
| Native Capacity | 160GB |
| Native Transfer Rate | 10MB/s |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 320GB |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | 20MB/s |
| Interface | SCSI (Ultra2 LVD) |
| Manufacturer | Quantum |
Description
The Quantum TH8XH-ES is an internal tape drive belonging to the DLT 8000 series, a robust line of tape storage solutions developed by Quantum. This drive is engineered for reliable data backup and long-term archiving, offering a substantial native storage capacity of 160GB per cartridge. For environments utilizing data compression, the TH8XH-ES can achieve up to 320GB of storage on a single tape, significantly reducing media costs and improving backup efficiency. The native data transfer rate of 10MB/s, and up to 20MB/s when compressed, provides adequate performance for many small to medium-sized business backup requirements. This DLT tape drive typically utilizes a SCSI interface, often Ultra2 LVD (Low Voltage Differential), which ensures a stable and high-speed connection to the host server or system. The internal half-height form factor allows it to be easily installed in standard server chassis. DLT technology is known for its durability and reliability, making it a trusted choice for safeguarding critical business data against loss due to hardware failure, accidental deletion, or cyber threats. The TH8XH-ES is designed to provide a cost-effective and dependable solution for data protection strategies. Its ability to store large amounts of data on a single, durable tape cartridge, coupled with its robust interface and proven technology, makes it a suitable option for organizations that need to perform regular backups and maintain archives for compliance or disaster recovery purposes. Quantum's DLT drives have a long-standing reputation for performance and longevity in the backup market.
Condition: Refurbished
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