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Sun 599-2127 35/70GB SCSI Dlt7000 Tape Drive
- Drive Type: External Tape Drive
- Interface: SCSI (likely Ultra SCSI or Wide Ultra SCSI)
- Capacity: 35GB Native / 70GB Compressed
- Technology: DLT7000
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 10 MB/s (native)
- Form Factor: External desktop unit
- Compatibility: Requires SCSI controller and compatible OS/software
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Brand
- Sun
- Part Number
- 599-2127
- Drive Type
- External Tape Drive
- Interface
- SCSI
- Native Capacity
- 35GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 70GB
Product details
The Sun 599-2127 is an external SCSI DLT7000 tape drive, offering a high-capacity storage solution for data backup and archiving. It utilizes DLT (Digital Linear Tape) technology, providing a native capacity of 35GB and a compressed capacity of 70GB per cartridge. This drive is designed for reliable performance in enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| Brand | Sun |
| Part Number | 599-2127 |
| Drive Type | External Tape Drive |
| Interface | SCSI |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | 35GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 70GB |
| Technology | DLT7000 |
| Form Factor | External |
Description
The Sun 599-2127 is an external tape drive leveraging the robust DLT7000 technology, renowned for its reliability and performance in enterprise data protection. This drive connects via a SCSI interface, enabling high-speed data transfer rates suitable for backing up large volumes of data efficiently. It offers a native capacity of 35GB per cartridge, which can be expanded to 70GB when employing hardware compression, making it a cost-effective solution for storing significant backup sets. Designed as an external unit, the 599-2127 can be easily integrated into existing server environments that are equipped with a compatible SCSI controller. Its primary function is to provide a secure and dependable medium for data backup, archiving, and disaster recovery. The DLT7000 format was a popular choice for businesses requiring a balance between capacity, speed, and media longevity. To operate, the Sun 599-2127 requires a SCSI host adapter in the server or workstation and appropriate backup software. The drive's robust construction and the proven reliability of DLT media make it a suitable choice for organizations that need a proven tape backup solution. It represents a significant step up in capacity and performance compared to earlier tape technologies.
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