Sony TSL11000 Sony DDS4 20-40GB 8 Slot DAT Autoloader

SKU TSL11000

Brand Sony

Sony DDS-4 tape drive technology
DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format
Autoloader with 8-slot capacity
Automated cartridge loading and unloading
Suitable for small business and departmental backups
Compact desktop form factor
Offers 20GB to 40GB native capacity per tape

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Autoloader
Tape Drive Technology: DDS-4 (DAT)
Interface: SCSI (typically)
Media Capacity: 8 Tapes
Native Capacity: 20GB per tape (DDS-4)
Compressed Capacity: 40GB per tape (DDS-4)

Product details

The Sony TSL11000 is a DAT (Digital Audio Tape) autoloader featuring an 8-slot configuration and supporting DDS-4 drives. This unit is designed for automated data backup and archiving, offering a compact solution for managing and accessing up to 8 DAT cartridges.

Technical Information

Product Type	Autoloader
Tape Drive Technology	DDS-4 (DAT)
Interface	SCSI (typically)
Media Capacity	8 Tapes

Additional Specifications

Native Capacity	20GB per tape (DDS-4)
Compressed Capacity	40GB per tape (DDS-4)
Form Factor	Desktop

Description

The Sony TSL11000 is an automated tape library solution that utilizes DAT (Digital Audio Tape) technology, specifically supporting DDS-4 drives. DAT technology, known for its reliability and relatively high data density for its time, was a popular choice for backup and archiving in small to medium-sized environments. The TSL11000 model is an autoloader, meaning it contains a robotic mechanism to automatically load and unload tape cartridges from an internal magazine into the DDS-4 drive. This particular autoloader features a capacity for 8 DAT cartridges, allowing for unattended backup operations over extended periods. Each DDS-4 tape offers a native storage capacity of 20GB, which can be compressed to 40GB using standard compression algorithms. This provides a total uncompressed storage potential of 160GB and a compressed potential of 320GB within the 8-slot magazine, making it suitable for backing up critical data for small businesses or workgroups. The TSL11000 typically connects via a SCSI interface, enabling integration with servers or workstations. Its compact desktop form factor makes it easy to deploy without requiring significant rack space. The primary benefit of the TSL11000 is its ability to automate the backup process, ensuring data is regularly protected without manual intervention, thereby enhancing data security and recovery capabilities.

Condition: Refurbished