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Sun 380-1589 Lto4 SCSI Tape Drive
- Interface: SCSI (likely Ultra320 LVD)
- Technology: LTO-4 Ultrium
- Native Capacity: 800 GB
- Compressed Capacity: 1.6 TB (1600 GB)
- Form Factor: Internal (assumed)
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 120 MB/s native
- Features: WORM (Write Once, Read Many) support
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Key specifications
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- 380-1589
- Manufacturer
- Sun Microsystems
- Interface Type
- SCSI
- Tape Technology
- LTO-4 Ultrium
- Native Capacity
- 800 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 1.6 TB
Product details
The Sun 380-1589 is an LTO-4 SCSI tape drive, offering high-capacity data storage and reliable backup capabilities. It is designed to meet the demands of enterprise environments for efficient data archiving and retrieval.
Technical Information
| SKU | 380-1589 |
| Manufacturer | Sun Microsystems |
| Interface Type | SCSI |
Additional Specifications
| Tape Technology | LTO-4 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity | 800 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.6 TB |
Description
The Sun 380-1589 tape drive is a high-performance storage solution based on the LTO-4 Ultrium standard. LTO (Linear Tape-Open) is a widely adopted open tape format known for its scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in large-scale data storage. The LTO-4 generation significantly increased capacity and performance over its predecessors, making it a robust choice for enterprise data backup and archival needs. This drive utilizes a SCSI interface, likely Ultra320 LVD (Low Voltage Differential), which provides a high-bandwidth connection to servers, ensuring rapid data transfer rates. With a native capacity of 800 GB and a compressed capacity of 1.6 TB (assuming a 2:1 compression ratio), the 380-1589 is capable of handling substantial data volumes efficiently. This makes it ideal for backing up large datasets, long-term archiving, and disaster recovery planning in demanding IT environments. Key features of LTO-4 technology include enhanced data integrity mechanisms and support for WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality, which is critical for regulatory compliance and data security. The drive's design prioritizes reliability and longevity, ensuring that data stored on LTO-4 media remains accessible and protected for extended periods. Its integration into Sun's storage ecosystem would have provided seamless compatibility with their server and storage solutions.
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