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Sun 370-2176 4-8GB DDS2 DAT Tape Drive
- Drive Type: DAT Tape Drive
- Capacity: 4GB Native / 8GB Compressed
- Technology: DDS-2 (Digital Data Storage 2)
- Manufacturer: Sun Microsystems
- Interface: SCSI (typically)
- Ideal for server data backup and archiving
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Key specifications
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- Tape Drive
- Brand
- Sun Microsystems
- Model
- 370-2176
- Technology
- DDS-2 DAT
- Capacity (Native)
- 4 GB
- Capacity (Compressed)
- 8 GB
Product details
The Sun 370-2176 is a DDS-2 DAT tape drive with a capacity of 4GB (native) to 8GB (compressed). It is designed for reliable data backup and archival in Sun Microsystems environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Brand | Sun Microsystems |
| Model | 370-2176 |
| Technology | DDS-2 DAT |
Additional Specifications
| Capacity (Native) | 4 GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 8 GB |
| Interface | SCSI (Commonly) |
| Form Factor | Internal/External (Specify if known) |
Description
The Sun 370-2176 is a Digital Data Storage (DDS) version 2 (DDS-2) DAT tape drive, a popular format for reliable data backup and archival in the late 1990s and early 2000s. This drive offers a native storage capacity of 4GB, which can be doubled to 8GB when employing hardware data compression. This makes it suitable for backing up moderate amounts of data from servers and workstations. As a DAT drive, it uses a helical scan recording method on small-format cartridges, providing a good balance of capacity, speed, and cost-effectiveness for its time. The interface is typically SCSI, requiring a compatible SCSI controller and cabling within the host system, although specific implementations might vary. Sun Microsystems often integrated these drives into their server and workstation offerings. This tape drive is an excellent choice for environments that still rely on DDS-2 media or require a robust solution for backing up data from older systems. Its primary purpose is to ensure data integrity and provide a recovery option in case of data loss. Users should verify the specific SCSI interface (e.g., Fast Wide, Ultra Wide) and ensure compatibility with their server hardware and operating system.
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