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Seagate CT3200R-F 1.6GB (3.2GB Travan-3 (TR-3) IDE/ATA Tape Drive
- Drive Type: Travan-3 (TR-3) Tape Drive
- Capacity: 1.6GB Native / 3.2GB Compressed
- Interface: IDE/ATA
- Form Factor: Internal (typically 3.5-inch)
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 1 MB/s (native)
- Media Type: TR-3 Tape Cartridges
- Designed for personal computer backup
- IDE/ATA interface for broad compatibility with desktops
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Product Overview
This Seagate tape drive utilizes Travan-3 (TR-3) technology, offering 1.6GB native storage capacity (3.2GB compressed). It features an IDE/ATA interface for easy integration into desktop systems.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | Travan-3 Tape Drive |
| Native Capacity | 1.6GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 3.2GB |
| Interface | IDE/ATA |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Manufacturer | Seagate |
| Part Number | CT3200R-F |
Product Description
The Seagate CT3200R-F is an internal tape drive that utilizes the Travan-3 (TR-3) technology, providing a cost-effective solution for personal computer data backup. This drive offers a native storage capacity of 1.6GB, which can be expanded to 3.2GB when using data compression. Travan technology was a popular choice for desktop backup in its era, offering a balance of capacity and affordability for individual users and small offices. Featuring an IDE/ATA interface, this drive is designed for easy installation into standard desktop computer systems, leveraging the common motherboard connections. This makes it accessible for users looking to add a dedicated backup solution without requiring specialized interfaces like SCSI. The internal 3.5-inch form factor ensures compatibility with most PC drive bays. The CT3200R-F is intended for regular backup of personal files, documents, and applications, helping to protect against data loss due to hardware failure, viruses, or accidental deletion. While its capacity is modest by today's standards, it represented a practical and reliable method for data protection for home and small business users during its active product cycle.
