Description
Product Details of the Dell VRK1V
VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive is a data storage device that is used to backup and store large amounts of data. This tape drive is designed for organizations that require reliable and high-performance data storage solutions.
LTO-5 (Linear Tape-Open 5) is a type of magnetic tape data storage technology that was introduced in 2010. It is the fifth generation of the LTO tape format and offers a capacity of up to 1.5TB (Terabytes) of uncompressed data or up to 3TB of compressed data per tape. The LTO-5 format also supports a data transfer rate of up to 140MB/s (Megabytes per second) for uncompressed data and up to 280MB/s for compressed data.
SAS HH (Serial Attached SCSI Half-Height) is a type of interface that is used to connect the tape drive to the host computer. It is a high-speed interface that offers a data transfer rate of up to 6Gbps (Gigabits per second).
External Tape Drive
An external tape drive is a type of data storage device that is designed to be used outside of a computer. It is connected to the computer via a cable and is used to backup and store large amounts of data. An external tape drive is an ideal backup solution for organizations that need to store large amounts of data securely and efficiently.
External Tape Drive Features
The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive is a high-performance and reliable backup solution that offers many features including:
Capacity: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive offers a capacity of up to 1.5TB of uncompressed data or up to 3TB of compressed data per tape. This capacity is ideal for organizations that need to store large amounts of data securely and efficiently.
Data Transfer Rate: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive supports a data transfer rate of up to 140MB/s for uncompressed data and up to 280MB/s for compressed data. This high data transfer rate ensures that data can be backed up and restored quickly and efficiently.
SAS HH Interface: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive uses the SAS HH interface to connect to the host computer. This high-speed interface ensures that data can be transferred quickly and efficiently.
External Design: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive has a compact external design that allows it to be easily transported and used in different locations. It also features a rugged design that ensures that it can withstand the rigors of transportation and use in different environments.
Compatibility: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive is compatible with a wide range of operating systems including Windows, Linux, and Unix. This ensures that it can be used with a wide range of computers and servers.
Backup Software: The VRK1V Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH External Tape Drive comes with backup software that makes it easy to backup and restore data. The software offers many features including scheduling backups, incremental backups, and encryption of backup data.
General Information about the Dell VRK1V
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model Number or SKU# VRK1V
- Product Type: Tape Drive
Technical Information
- Tape Type : LTO-5
- Native Drive Capacity : 1.5TB
- Enclosure Type : External
- Compressed Drive Capacity : 3TB
- Interfaces Type : Serial Attached SCSI(SAS)





