The HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Internal Tape Drive, part number C1555D, is a reliable and efficient tape drive designed to meet the data storage needs of small to medium-sized businesses. This internal drive supports the DAT (Digital Audio Tape) format, offering an affordable and compact solution for backing up critical data. With a built-in SCSI interface, the HP StorageWorks DAT 24 provides reliable data transfer rates and ensures compatibility with a wide range of SCSI controllers in various server environments.
This tape drive can store up to 24 GB of uncompressed data per tape, with a backup speed of up to 2 MB/sec uncompressed, allowing for efficient data management. The compact form factor of the internal drive makes it an excellent choice for environments where space is a concern, fitting easily into server racks and workstations. The drive is compatible with DAT72 and DAT40 tapes, offering flexibility for future upgrades or diverse backup needs.
Designed with durability in mind, the DAT 24 offers a longer tape life, with robustness and reliability typical of HP's StorageWorks series. Additionally, the drive supports data compression algorithms to potentially double the storage capacity, depending on the data type. This increases the overall utility of each tape, ensuring users can manage more data with fewer media purchases. The inclusion of the external SCSI interface makes it a flexible option for those who wish to use an external cable for installation, depending on system requirements.
Overall, the HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Internal Tape Drive (C1555D) is a solid and economical choice for businesses that require a simple, reliable, and scalable backup storage solution.
EOL Technology Services offers professional services, including technical support and replacement parts for the HP StorageWorks DAT 24 Internal Tape Drive. Our team can assist with finding the right components or solutions to ensure your tape drive continues to function effectively even after it reaches End of Life status.
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.
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