The HP StorageWorks SDLT 160/320 Drive Upgrade Kit (part number 293414-B21) is a high-capacity, reliable tape drive solution designed for demanding data storage environments. This tape drive utilises Super DLT (Digital Linear Tape) technology, which supports high-speed data transfers and large storage volumes, making it suitable for enterprises needing robust data backup or archiving solutions.
With a data storage capacity of up to 160GB (native) and 320GB (compressed), the SDLT 160/320 drive accommodates the growing demands of businesses for secure and effective long-term storage. The device features SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) connectivity, which ensures a reliable and wide compatibility with many existing IT infrastructures.
This upgrade kit is part of the HP StorageWorks range of products, offering advanced error detection and correction mechanisms to ensure data integrity during both the write and retrieval processes. It also includes backward read compatibility with earlier models such as DLTtape IV, allowing users to read data from older tape drives while providing an easier path for system upgrades.
Additionally, the HP SDLT 160/320 tape drive supports up to 16MB/s data transfer rates, which helps businesses manage the backup process efficiently while ensuring that mission-critical data is stored securely. This makes the kit ideal for use within backup and disaster recovery operations, where reliability and performance are paramount needs.
EOL Technology Services offers support, professional services, and replacement parts for part number 293414-B21. Our team assists with troubleshooting and ensures the correct and compatible replacements are supplied, helping to extend the life of your existing tape drive systems.
We can ship to most places in the world, but due to regulations and laws there are some countries we cannot ship to. Please contact a member of the team for clarification based on your location.
We can provide ongoing storage support, troubleshooting, performance optimisation, and a range of on-site data storage maintenance contracts to keep your system infrastructure running.
Yes, we offer professional installation and configuration services to ensure the part is set up correctly and integrated seamlessly into any existing infrastructure.
Certainly! We can assess your storage needs, performance requirements, and growth plans to recommend the most suitable hardware for your organisation.
We have access to a global supply chain of storage systems not advertised on our website. If you contact a member of the team with the part you require, we will do our best to provide a competitive no obligation quote.
