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Sony LIB81-A3 Sony AIT3 8 Tape SCSI Autoloader
- Sony AIT-3 tape drive technology
- SCSI interface for connectivity
- Autoloader with 8-tape capacity
- Automated cartridge loading and unloading
- Suitable for small to medium business backup needs
- Compact form factor for space-constrained environments
- Provides high-capacity sequential data storage
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Key specifications
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- Autoloader
- Tape Drive Technology
- AIT-3 (Advanced Intelligent Tape)
- Interface
- SCSI
- Media Capacity
- 8 Tapes
- Native Capacity
- Up to 100GB per tape (AIT-3)
- Compressed Capacity
- Up to 260GB per tape (AIT-3)
Product details
The Sony LIB81-A3 is an autoloader unit featuring an AIT-3 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) SCSI tape drive. This compact device is designed for automated data backup and archiving, capable of holding and sequentially accessing up to 8 tape cartridges.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Autoloader |
| Tape Drive Technology | AIT-3 (Advanced Intelligent Tape) |
| Interface | SCSI |
| Media Capacity | 8 Tapes |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | Up to 100GB per tape (AIT-3) |
| Compressed Capacity | Up to 260GB per tape (AIT-3) |
| Form Factor | Desktop/Rackmount |
Description
The Sony LIB81-A3 represents a solution for automated data backup and archiving leveraging Sony's AIT-3 tape technology. AIT (Advanced Intelligent Tape) is a proprietary tape format known for its high data density and reliability, and the AIT-3 generation offered significant improvements in capacity and performance over its predecessors. The 'LIB81-A3' designation specifically points to an autoloader configuration that can manage a library of up to eight AIT-3 cartridges. This autoloader connects to servers or workstations via a SCSI interface, a common high-speed interface for storage devices in enterprise environments during its era. The automated nature of the LIB81-A3 means it can perform backup and restore operations without manual intervention, sequentially loading tapes from its internal magazine into the AIT-3 drive as needed. This is crucial for scheduling regular backups and ensuring data availability for disaster recovery purposes. With a native capacity of up to 100GB per AIT-3 tape (and up to 260GB with compression), the 8-tape capacity of the LIB81-A3 provides a substantial total storage volume for small to medium-sized businesses or departmental archives. Its compact design makes it suitable for environments where space is limited, offering a robust and efficient tape backup solution.
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