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Sony 5SDX250C//AI AIT-2 Tape Cartridge Data Cartridge AIT AIT-2 50

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Sony 5SDX250C//AI AIT-2 Tape Cartridge Data Cartridge AIT AIT-2 50

SKU 5SDX250C//AI
Brand Sony
  • Type: AIT-2 Data Cartridge
  • Native Capacity: 250GB
  • Compressed Capacity: Up to 500GB (2:1 compression)
  • Format: 50-inch tape
  • Brand: Sony
  • Designed for Archiving and Backup
  • AIT Technology
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Key specifications

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Tape Technology
AIT-2
Native Capacity
250GB
Compressed Capacity
500GB (2:1)
Form Factor
50-inch tape
Brand
Sony

Product details

The Sony 5SDX250C//AI is an AIT-2 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) data cartridge designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving. It offers a native capacity of 250GB, expandable with compression. The cartridge uses a 50-inch tape format.

Technical Information

Tape TechnologyAIT-2
Native Capacity250GB
Compressed Capacity500GB (2:1)

Additional Specifications

Form Factor50-inch tape
BrandSony

Description

The Sony 5SDX250C//AI is an AIT-2 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) data cartridge, representing a significant advancement in tape storage capacity and performance over its predecessor. This cartridge offers a native storage capacity of 250GB, which can be doubled to 500GB when utilizing 2:1 data compression. This makes it an efficient solution for backing up and archiving large datasets. Utilizing Sony's AIT technology, the AIT-2 format provides high transfer rates and enhanced reliability. Like other AIT cartridges, it features an embedded memory chip (MICROSAVERS) that stores crucial media and usage information, aiding in drive performance optimization and media management. This intelligent feature contributes to the overall robustness of the backup and archiving process. The 50-inch tape format is standard for AIT-2 cartridges, ensuring compatibility with AIT-2 tape drives. This cartridge is an excellent choice for businesses and organizations requiring a high-capacity, reliable, and cost-effective solution for their data protection and long-term storage needs, offering a secure way to preserve critical information.

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