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Sun 380-1590 LTO4 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for StageTek
- LTO-4 Fibre Channel Tape Drive
- Designed for Sun StorageTek StageTek tape libraries
- High-speed Fibre Channel interface
- Supports LTO-4 media for optimal capacity and performance
- Enterprise-grade reliability for backup and archiving
- Backward read compatibility with LTO-3 media
- Forward write compatibility with LTO-5 media (depending on firmware)
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Product Overview
The Sun 380-1590 is a Fibre Channel Tape Drive specifically designed for the StorageTek StageTek tape library system. This drive utilizes LTO-4 technology, offering a balance of capacity and performance for enterprise backup and archiving needs. Its Fibre Channel interface ensures high-speed data transfer rates suitable for demanding data center environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Technology | LTO-4 |
| Compatibility | Sun StorageTek StageTek |
Product Description
The Sun 380-1590 represents a robust tape drive solution tailored for integration within the Sun StorageTek StageTek tape library. As an LTO-4 drive, it provides a significant leap in storage density and transfer speeds compared to previous generations, making it an effective tool for managing growing data volumes in enterprise environments. The native capacity of LTO-4 media, typically around 800GB per cartridge (uncompressed), combined with its native transfer rate, ensures efficient backup and archiving processes. Its Fibre Channel interface is a critical component, offering high bandwidth and low latency connectivity that is essential for high-performance data centers. This interface allows the drive to keep pace with modern server I/O demands, minimizing backup windows and ensuring data can be restored quickly when needed. The drive's compatibility with the StageTek library ensures seamless integration and reliable operation within a automated tape storage environment. Furthermore, the 380-1590 offers backward read compatibility with LTO-3 media, allowing organizations to access older data archives without requiring additional hardware. This backward compatibility, along with potential forward compatibility features depending on firmware, provides flexibility and protects existing investments. The Sun 380-1590 is a dependable choice for organizations prioritizing data integrity, long-term storage, and efficient data management.
