Superior Attributes Of Quantum Dat-160 Tape Devices

By Author: Frank Miller
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The IT professionals and organizations have realized that mission critical data is the lifeline for their competitive advantage and future growth. Therefore it is essential that you should have a strong grip on the critical business data, and become proactive.

DDS (digital data storage) tape format, which is also called DAT (digital audio tape), is the leading storage solution for small & mid-sized businesses, servers, busy data centers and workstations. Confirmed development roadmap of DDS tape format provides you greater flexibility and luxury to adopt the higher capacity tape version as your storage needs increase. Scalable DDS roadmap has been carefully designed to keep one step ahead of the future needs.

Quantum’s sixth generation DAT-160 tape products assist the data administrators to handle the information growth with greater efficiency and lower operational costs. Quantum DAT-160 tape can pack 160 GB native information at a data rate of 50 GB per hour. Quantum DAT160 meets the stringent data legislations at an affordable price that makes it the most favorite medium for budget-constrained organizations. ...
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Quantum DAT160 drives are available in three interfaces including SAS, USB and ultra-160 SCSI. SAS interface provides connectivity to the advanced server systems, while the USB interface provides plug & play connectivity. Quantum offers DAT-160 drives in both 5.25-inch and 3.5- inch industry standards. This makes it a smart choice for space-constrained storage environments. Prior generations DDS-4 and DDS-5 (DAT 72) tapes are compatible with DAT160 drives. Good news is that both these previous generations are read/write compatible. Now the customers can easily migrate to next DDS tape generation and also utilize their DAT-72 and DDS4 tape resources.

Advanced manufacturing techniques and technical expertise of Quantum has helped to produce light weight, high capacity and robust DAT-160 tape cartridges. Robust tape reel of Quantum DAT160 tapes provides better performance and dramatically reduces the error rate during heavy duty cycles. In native mode, the DAT-160 cartridge can accommodate 80GB data.

Quantum DAT160 drives can read/record data to the following DDS tapes:

Quantum DAT 160 tape
MR-D6MQN-01

Quantum DDS4 tape
CDM40

Quantum DAT 72 backup tape
CDM72

Quantum DAT160 products support the industry leading Quick-start software. Quantum DAT-160 tape devices are RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) compliant. Quantum DAT160 tapes are built tough to support high density recordings and provide long term durability. Quantum DDS cleaning cartridge, part number MR-D6CQN-01, is compatible with DAT160 drives.

Quantum DAT-160 drives deliver excellent performance with low power consumption in both automated and stand alone configurations. Quantum has intelligently increased the recording density of DAT-160 tape cartridges to achieve greater media capacity in a small sized tape. High performance DAT-160 tapes have a strong base film which ensures consistent performance even after repeated backup operations. Smooth surfaced tape medium helps to decrease the noise level and media deterioration, thus resulting in enhanced output frequency. New cartridge design provides stable operation and extends the archival life.

Quantum DAT160 is the most reliable and cost-effective backup medium that can handle the pressure of uncompromising storage demands of modern backup applications and risk-aware businesses.

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Frank Miller is the Marketing Manager of Backuptape and markets DAT-160 tape drive and Quantum DAT160 tape. He has vast experience in the marketing and trading industries and has been helping buyers who have the backup needs and guide clients about the technology.

Frank Miller
3984 Washington Blvd #503 Fremont CA 94538
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Fax: 888-449-5050
Email: sales@backuptapes.net