The HP StorageWorks DAT 72 Internal Tape Drive, part number Q1525A, is a highly reliable and cost-effective tape drive designed for small to medium-sized businesses. This internal tape drive provides efficient data backup and recovery for critical storage needs, supporting 72 GB of native capacity or 144 GB of compressed data, depending on configuration. The device employs the Digital Audio Tape (DAT) standard, which is well-known for proven reliability in long-term archiving and backup scenarios.
This tape drive uses SCSI interface technology, offering data transfer rates up to 6 MB/second (compressed), ensuring that backups and retrieval operations are performed quickly and efficiently. The device is compatible with DAT 72 tapes but also has backward read/write capabilities with DAT 40 tapes, providing flexibility for integration into existing environments.
The tape drive comes in an internal form factor, making it easy to install into most standard server or workstation bays. It is designed for both horizontal and vertical installations, offering greater adaptability to different system configurations. With a long archival life and high-quality data retention, this device is an excellent solution for businesses looking for dependable backup solutions with minimal setup and maintenance effort.
EOL Technology Services offers comprehensive support and professional services for the HP StorageWorks DAT 72 Internal Tape Drive (Q1525A). We provide experts for your tape drive questions, assistance with professional services such as consultative support, and replacement parts to ensure your hardware remains operational for the long term.
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.
