Quantum Dat-160 Technology, A Cost-efficient Tape Media Solution

By Author: Frank Miller
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Modern internet-related applications, large databases and tremendous data growth have triggered the need for new cost-effective and high speed backup solutions. DAT (digital audio tape) format has become the leading backup tape solution for entry-level servers, workstations and SMBs. DAT, also called DDS, delivers enhanced backup performance. DAT-160 tape, the sixth version of DDS tape, offers 80GB / 160GB capacity. DAT160 is the most economical tape medium for today’s competitive business environment.

Quantum’s backup tape products are robustly engineered to ensure exceptional compatibility and superior storage value at an affordable price. Low cost per GB and longer archival life make Quantum DAT-160 tape the best choice for budget-constrained companies. Quantum DAT-160 tape drives are specifically designed to provide fast media accessibility at a higher speed of 50 GB/hour (compressed). Faster transfer speed of Quantum DAT-160 drives dramatically reduces the time spent on archive and storage operations, thus leading to greater overall efficiency.

Backup storage and archival with Quantum DAT-160 is ...
... simple and affordable.

Quantum DAT160 drives are available in both 5.25 and 3.5 inch form factors. Additionally, the drives also feature multiple host interfaces including USB, SAS and SCSI. SAS host interface provides instant connectivity with the advanced systems, and the SCSI 3 Ultra-160 interface helps to satisfy the needs of legacy systems. While the USB interface provides low-cost, plug & play connectivity.

MR-D6MQN-01 is the part number of Quantum’s DAT160 cartridge. Its robust design and ultra-smooth tape reel helps to optimize the performance and ensure stable transitions with high efficiency and reliability. Quantum DAT160 drives provide superior reliability with an unbeatable MTBF of 125,000 hours.

Two-generation backward media compatibility of Quantum DAT-160 drives secures your investment. Users can perform write and read operations on DDS-4 and DDS-5 (DAT-72) tapes as well. Backward compatibility provides a simple and trouble-free migration path to the existing customers of DDS-5 and DDS-4 tape technology.

DDS-DAT tape products are being offered by the leading tape media specialists. I have listed below few of the best selling brands of DDS-4, DAT72 and DAT160 tapes:

DDS-4 backup tapes
27505, C5718A, DGD150PWW, CDM40, 59H4456 and 09W083

DAT-72, DDS-5 backup tapes
CDM72, C8010A, dgdat72ww, 17204 and 26046172

DAT-160, DDS-6 backup tapes
26837, C8011A, 230010, 27822, dgdat160 and 23R5635

High speed read/write operations can increase the tape deterioration and degrade the overall storage performance. Quantum has developed a durable and uniformly-coated tape media, which helps to extend the archival life of DAT-160 backup tapes. You can rely on Quantum DAT-160 tape technology for long term data preservation and satisfaction of stiff data retention laws. With Quantum DAT-160 tape, the users can reliably archive and store the data for up to 30 years. Quantum DAT-160 tapes can be safely transported to remote locations. The outer cartridge shell is built tough to withstand mechanical stress, accidental drops and rough tape handling.

The roadmap of DDS-DAT tape format enables the customers to keep pace with the exponential data growth, and meet the tough data storage challenges with rock solid reliability.

Product and software names mentioned throughout this article are trademarks and are sole property of their owners.

Frank Miller is the Marketing Manager of Backuptape and markets Quantum DAT160 tape and 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
Tel: 888-686-8273
Fax: 888-449-5050
Email: sales@backuptapes.net