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Sun X6912A DDS-3 Tape Drive - 12GB (Native)/24GB (Compressed) - Internal
- DDS-3 Tape Drive
- Internal Form Factor
- 12GB Native Capacity
- 24GB Compressed Capacity
- Utilizes DDS-3 media
- High-speed data transfer for backups
- Reliable archiving solution
- Designed for Sun Microsystems environments
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Key specifications
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- Sun Microsystems
- Part Number
- X6912A
- Drive Type
- DDS-3 Tape Drive
- Form Factor
- Internal
- Native Capacity
- 12GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 24GB
Product details
The Sun X6912A is an internal DDS-3 tape drive designed for data backup and archiving. It offers 12GB native storage capacity, expandable to 24GB with compression.
Technical Information
| Brand | Sun Microsystems |
| Part Number | X6912A |
| Drive Type | DDS-3 Tape Drive |
| Form Factor | Internal |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | 12GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 24GB |
| Interface | SCSI (typically) |
| Media Type | DDS-3 Cartridge |
Description
The Sun X6912A is an internal Digital Data Storage (DDS) Generation 3 tape drive, a reliable solution for data backup and archival purposes. Designed to be installed within a compatible server or workstation, this drive utilizes DDS-3 tape cartridges to store data. It offers a native storage capacity of 12GB per cartridge, which can be significantly expanded to 24GB when using hardware compression, making it an efficient option for backing up moderate amounts of data. This tape drive typically connects via a SCSI interface, a common standard for high-performance storage devices in server environments of its era. The DDS-3 technology provided a notable increase in capacity and transfer rates compared to its predecessors, offering a cost-effective method for long-term data retention and disaster recovery. Its internal design allows for seamless integration into systems that have available drive bays and appropriate controller interfaces. As an archival solution, the X6912A is built for durability and reliability, ensuring that critical data can be safely stored and retrieved when needed. It was a popular choice for small to medium-sized businesses and workgroups that required a dedicated backup system to protect against data loss. The drive's performance is optimized for sequential read/write operations, which are characteristic of tape backup processes.
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