Description
Product overview of the HP C8011A
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge is a data storage device designed for backup and archiving purposes. It is a tape cartridge that uses the Digital Audio Tape (DAT) technology to store data. The cartridge has a storage capacity of 80GB, which can be expanded to 160GB if the data is compressed. In this article, we will discuss the features and benefits of the C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge.
DAT Technology
The DAT technology was introduced by Sony and Hewlett-Packard in 1987. It is a magnetic tape storage technology that uses helical scan recording. The DAT technology has gone through several advancements over the years, and the DAT160 is the latest version of the technology. The DAT160 cartridge has a length of 150 meters and a width of 8mm. The tape is coated with a magnetic layer that stores the data in a digital format.
Storage Capacity
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge has a native storage capacity of 80GB. The storage capacity can be increased to 160GB if the data is compressed using a compression algorithm. The compression ratio varies depending on the type of data being compressed. Text data can be compressed up to a ratio of 2:1, while multimedia data such as audio and video files may not be compressed at all.
Compatibility
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge is compatible with several tape drives that support the DAT160 technology. Some of the tape drives that are compatible with the cartridge include the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 USB External Tape Drive, the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS Internal Tape Drive, and the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SCSI Internal Tape Drive. The cartridge is also backward compatible with the DAT72 and DDS4 tape drives.
Reliability
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge is designed to provide reliable and secure data storage. The cartridge has a tape head life of 50,000 passes, which means it can be used for a long time before it needs to be replaced. The tape also has a archival life of up to 30 years, which means that the data stored on the tape can be retrieved even after several years. The cartridge also has a write-protect switch that prevents the data from being overwritten or erased accidentally.
Performance
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge has a data transfer rate of up to 50GB/hour when the data is compressed. The data transfer rate may vary depending on the type of tape drive being used and the type of data being transferred. The cartridge also has a fast search feature that allows users to quickly locate specific files on the tape.
Cost-effectiveness
The C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge is an affordable data storage solution for small and medium-sized businesses. The cartridge has a low cost per GB, which makes it a cost-effective solution for backup and archiving purposes. The cartridge can be reused several times, which further reduces the cost of data storage.
In summary, the C8011A HP DAT160 80GB-160GB 150 Meter Cartridge is a reliable and cost-effective data storage solution for small and medium-sized businesses. The cartridge has a storage capacity of 80GB, which can be expanded to 160GB if the data is compressed. It is compatible with several tape drives that support the DAT160 technology and has a tape head life of 50,000 passes.
General Information about the HP C8011A
- Manufacturer: HP
- Model Number or SKU#C8011A
- Tape Drive Type: Tape Media
- Product Type: Data Cartridge
Technical Information
- Tape Technology: DAT 160
- Compressed Storage Capacity: 160GB
- Native Storage Capacity: 80GB
- Tape Length: 150 Meter
Dimensions & Weight
- Width : 3.15 Inch
- Depth : 2.32 Inch
- Height : 0.75 Inch
- Weight : 2 Lbs
