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SAIT1-500 - Sony 500/1300GB 600 Meter SAIT1 Tape Cartridge
- SAIT (Super AIT) tape technology.
- Native capacity: 500GB.
- Compressed capacity: 1300GB (1.3TB).
- Tape length: 600 meters.
- Designed for long-term data archiving and backup.
- High reliability and durability for enterprise use.
- Compatible with Sony SAIT tape drives.
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Media Type
- SAIT Tape Cartridge
- Capacity (Native)
- 500GB
- Capacity (Compressed)
- 1300GB (1.3TB)
- Tape Length
- 600 meters
- Technology Generation
- SAIT1
- Durability
- High (designed for repeated use)
Product details
The Sony SAIT1-500 is a SAIT (Super AIT) tape cartridge designed for high-capacity data storage and archiving. It offers a native capacity of 500GB, expandable to 1300GB (1.3TB) with compression. This 600-meter tape is compatible with Sony SAIT tape drives.
Technical Information
| Media Type | SAIT Tape Cartridge |
| Capacity (Native) | 500GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 1300GB (1.3TB) |
| Tape Length | 600 meters |
Additional Specifications
| Technology Generation | SAIT1 |
| Durability | High (designed for repeated use) |
| Application | Backup and Archiving |
Description
The Sony SAIT1-500 is a high-capacity tape cartridge utilizing the Super AIT (SAIT) technology, specifically the SAIT1 generation. This media is engineered for demanding data backup and long-term archiving needs, offering a substantial native storage capacity of 500GB. When data compression is applied, the effective capacity increases dramatically to 1300GB, or 1.3 Terabytes, making it an extremely efficient solution for consolidating large volumes of data onto a single medium. Measuring 600 meters in length, the SAIT1-500 tape cartridge is designed for compatibility with Sony's SAIT tape drives. The SAIT technology incorporates features like a built-in memory chip (MICROSAV) that stores media identification and usage statistics, enhancing manageability and reliability. This intelligent media management contributes to faster load times and improved data integrity over the life of the cartridge. This tape cartridge represents a cost-effective and reliable option for businesses requiring robust data protection strategies. Its high storage density, combined with the durability expected from tape media, makes it suitable for frequent backups and secure archival of critical information. The Sony SAIT1-500 provides a scalable storage solution that can grow with an organization's data needs, ensuring that valuable information is safely stored and readily accessible when required.
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