The 5MG42 Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive is a tape storage device that is designed for small to medium-sized businesses that require a reliable backup and archive solution. The tape drive uses Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology and can store up to 1.5TB of uncompressed data on a single tape cartridge, or up to 3TB of compressed data. The device is also designed with a Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface, which allows for fast data transfer rates and easy integration into existing storage environments.
LTO TechnologyLinear Tape-Open (LTO) technology is a high-capacity tape storage format that is widely used in data backup and archive applications. The LTO format was first introduced in the late 1990s and has since undergone several revisions, with each new version offering higher storage capacities and faster data transfer rates.
LTO tapes are designed with a linear recording technology, which means that the data is stored sequentially on the tape. The tape is divided into tracks, and the data is written to each track in a continuous stream. This recording method allows for high-speed data transfer rates, making LTO tapes an ideal solution for large-scale data backup and archive applications.
SAS InterfaceThe Serial Attached SCSI (SAS) interface is a high-speed data transfer technology that is commonly used in storage environments. SAS is a point-to-point interface that allows for fast and reliable data transfer between storage devices, such as hard drives, tape drives, and RAID arrays.
SAS is designed with several features that make it an ideal solution for storage environments. For example, SAS supports full-duplex data transfer, which means that data can be transferred in both directions simultaneously. SAS also supports multiple data transfer protocols, such as SCSI, SATA, and NVMe, which allows for easy integration into existing storage environments.
Capacity and Transfer RatesThe 5MG42 Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive offers a maximum storage capacity of 1.5TB for uncompressed data or up to 3TB for compressed data. The device is designed with a data transfer rate of up to 140 MB/s for uncompressed data and up to 280 MB/s for compressed data.
The tape drive is also designed with a 6Gb/s SAS interface, which allows for fast and reliable data transfer between the tape drive and other storage devices in the environment. This high-speed data transfer rate makes it easy for businesses to perform large-scale data backups and archives quickly and efficiently.
Compatibility and SoftwareThe 5MG42 Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and Unix. The tape drive is also compatible with most backup software applications, making it easy for businesses to integrate the device into their existing backup and archive environments.
The tape drive is also designed with several features that make it easy to use and manage. For example, the device includes a user-friendly interface that allows users to easily configure and manage the tape drive. The tape drive also includes several advanced features, such as data encryption and WORM (Write Once Read Many) support, which helps to ensure the security and integrity of the data stored on the tapes.
Finally, the 5MG42 Dell 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive is a reliable and efficient tape storage device that is designed for small to medium-sized businesses that require a cost-effective backup and archive solution.
General Information about the Dell Tape Drive- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model Number or SKU# 5MG42
- Product Type : Tape Drive
- Tape Drive Type : Tape Storage LTO-5
- Compressed Drive Capacity : 3TB
- Interfaces/Ports : Serial Attached SCSI(SAS)
- Form Factor : 5.25 X 1/2H
- Native Drive Capacity : 1.5TB
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