Description
Overview of the HP Storage Works DAT 72 Tape Drive
The HP Storage Works DAT 72 tape drive is a DDS-5 (Digital Data Storage) tape drive that is designed for small to medium-sized businesses and remote offices. It is an external tape drive that connects to a server or workstation via a SCSI interface. The DAT 72 tape drive offers a maximum storage capacity of 72 GB on a single tape cartridge. It is also backward-compatible with previous generations of DDS tapes, making it a versatile option for data archiving and backup. The drive is designed to be reliable, durable and easy to use, with a simple, intuitive interface and a variety of data protection features. Additionally, it can be easily integrated into existing backup software and systems, making it a cost-effective and efficient solution for data storage and protection.
Specifications of the DDS-5 SCSI SE/LVD external Tape Drive
The HP Storage Works DAT 72 tape drive has the following technical specifications:
- Storage Capacity: 72GB (native) / 144GB (compressed)
- Data Transfer Rate: 3.0MB/s (native) / 6.0MB/s (compressed)
- Tape Format: DDS-5
- Interface: SCSI SE/LVD
- Tape Length: 170m (561ft)
- Tape Width: 4mm
- Recording Method: Linear Serpentine
- Recording Density: 62,500 bpi
- Cartridge Capacity: 72GB
- Error Rate: 1 x 10^17 bits read
- MTBF: 300,000 POH (Power On Hours)
- Environmental Conditions: Operating temperature: 41° to 104°F (5° to 40°C) / Storage temperature: -40° to 140°F (-40° to 60°C)
- Dimensions: (W x H x D) 5.7 x 3.5 x 8.7 inches (144 x 89 x 221 mm)
- Weight: 3.7 lbs (1.68 kg)
The DAT 72 tape drive also supports a number of data protection features including hardware data compression, hardware data encryption, and a built-in memory buffer to help ensure the integrity of your data.
Capacity options: 36GB/72GB
The HP Storage Works DAT 72 tape drive has two capacity options: 36GB and 72GB. Both options use the same DDS-5 tape format, but the storage capacity of the tape cartridge differs. The 36GB option uses a single tape cartridge with a native storage capacity of 36GB and a compressed storage capacity of 72GB. The 72GB option also uses a single tape cartridge, but with a native storage capacity of 72GB and a compressed storage capacity of 144GB.
It’s worth noting that the compressed storage capacity is achieved by using hardware data compression which compresses the data before it is written to the tape. This can significantly increase the storage capacity of the tape, but it also increases the amount of processing power required to write and read the data.
The choice between the 36GB or 72GB option will depend on your specific storage needs and the amount of data you need to archive or backup. The 72GB option may be more suitable for larger businesses or organizations with more data to store, while the 36GB option may be more suitable for small to medium-sized businesses or remote offices with less data to store.
General Information
- Manufacturer: HPE
- MPN: Q1523A
- Type: Tape Drive
- SKU: Q1523A
Technical Information
- Drive Type: DAT 72
- Compressed Storage Capacity: 72 GB
- Native Storage Capacity : 36 GB
- Recording Method: Helical Scan
Performance
- Maximum Native Data Transfer Rate: 3 MB/S
- Maximum Compressed Data Transfer Rate: 6 MB/S
Interfaces/Ports
- Host Interface: SCSI
- Color: Carbon
- Form Factor: External
- Height: 3.9″
- Width: 4.5″
- Depth: 8.6″
- Weight: 4.60 lb
