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SDX4200WWW - Sony AIT-4 WORM Tape Cartridge - AIT AIT-4 - 200GB (Native) / 390GB (Compressed)
- Type: Tape Cartridge
- Technology: AIT-4 (Advanced Intelligent Tape)
- Capacity (Native): 200GB
- Capacity (Compressed): 390GB
- Feature: WORM (Write Once, Read Many)
- Purpose: Archival, Backup, Data Retention
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Ensures data immutability for compliance
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Product Overview
The Sony AIT-4 WORM Tape Cartridge is a high-capacity data storage medium designed for archival and backup purposes. It utilizes the AIT-4 technology, offering a native capacity of 200GB and a compressed capacity of up to 390GB per cartridge. The WORM (Write Once, Read Many) feature ensures data immutability, making it ideal for compliance and long-term data retention.
Technical Information
| Media Type | Tape Cartridge |
| Technology | AIT-4 |
| Native Capacity | 200GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 390GB |
Additional Specifications
| Feature | WORM (Write Once, Read Many) |
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Model | AIT-4 |
Product Description
The Sony AIT-4 WORM Tape Cartridge represents a robust solution for long-term data archiving and backup, particularly in environments where data integrity and regulatory compliance are paramount. AIT-4 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) is a proprietary tape format developed by Sony, known for its high storage density and reliable performance. This cartridge offers a substantial native storage capacity of 200GB, which can be expanded significantly through data compression techniques. With data compression, the AIT-4 cartridge can store up to 390GB of data, making it an efficient medium for consolidating large volumes of information. The defining characteristic of this cartridge is its WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality. This feature ensures that once data is written to the tape, it cannot be altered or deleted, providing an immutable record. This is crucial for industries that must adhere to strict data retention policies and audit requirements, such as finance, healthcare, and government. The AIT-4 WORM tape cartridge is designed for use with compatible AIT-4 tape drives. It provides a cost-effective and secure method for safeguarding critical data against accidental deletion or malicious tampering. Its suitability for long-term archival makes it an essential component for disaster recovery plans and for maintaining historical data records over extended periods.
