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SDX5400C-BC - Sony SDX5-400C AIT-5 Barcoded Data Cartridge - AIT AIT-5 - 400GB (Native) / 1.04TB (Co...
- Media Type: AIT-5 (Advanced Intelligent Tape)
- Capacity (Native): 400GB
- Capacity (Compressed): 1.04TB
- Interface: AIT
- Feature: Barcoded
- Designed for high-volume data backup and archiving
- Enhanced data integrity and reliability
- Optimized for automated tape libraries
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Media Type
- AIT-5
- Native Capacity
- 400GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 1.04TB
- Feature
- Barcoded
- Brand
- Sony
- Model
- SDX5-400C
Product details
The Sony SDX5-400C AIT-5 barcoded data cartridge is a next-generation magnetic tape for backup and archiving. It offers a native capacity of 400GB, expandable to 1.04TB with AIT-5 compression. The barcode facilitates automated media management in robotic libraries.
Technical Information
| Media Type | AIT-5 |
| Native Capacity | 400GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.04TB |
Additional Specifications
| Feature | Barcoded |
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | SDX5-400C |
Description
The Sony SDX5-400C represents the AIT-5 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) generation of high-capacity data cartridges, designed for demanding backup and archival requirements in enterprise environments. This barcoded data cartridge significantly increases storage density, offering a native capacity of 400GB. When combined with the AIT-5's advanced compression algorithms, the effective storage capacity can reach up to 1.04TB (1040GB). This substantial capacity allows organizations to consolidate large volumes of data onto fewer cartridges, leading to reduced media costs and simplified storage management. The integrated barcode is a critical component for automated tape libraries, enabling rapid and accurate identification of each cartridge. This feature streamlines operations such as inventory management, media rotation, and robotic loading/unloading, which are essential for efficient and reliable backup and disaster recovery processes. The AIT-5 technology builds upon previous generations, offering improved performance and data integrity features. Engineered for reliability and longevity, the SDX5-400C cartridge is built to withstand the challenges of continuous data storage and retrieval. It incorporates robust error correction mechanisms and durable magnetic media to ensure data remains protected and accessible over extended periods. This makes it an ideal choice for businesses that need a secure, high-capacity, and cost-effective solution for their critical data archiving and backup strategies, ensuring business continuity and compliance with data retention policies.
Condition: Refurbished
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