Quantum DLT 8000 Tape System
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Chapter 1
GENERAL DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS
This chapter provides a description and gives specifications for the Quantum DLT™ 8000
Tape System.
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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Quantum DLT
8000 tape system is a high-performance, high-capacity, streaming
cartridge tape product designed for efficient data back up for midrange and high-end
computing systems. With Quantum’s DLT advanced linear recording technology, a
highly accurate tape guide system, and an adaptive control mechanism, the system is
ideally suited for mid-range systems, network servers, and high-end workstations and
systems.
Using data compression and compaction, the DLT 8000 tape system features a formatted
capacity of 80.0 GB* and a sustained user data transfer rate of up to 12 MB/second*
(native capacity is 40.0 GB; native data transfer rate is 6.0 MB/second).
The device is an extended-length, 5.25-inch form factor, half-inch tape system. The
design includes a four-channel read/write head, Lempel-Ziv (LZ) high-efficiency data
compression, and tape mark directory to maximize data throughput and minimize data
access time.
The tape system is available either as an integratible or “embedded” drive or as a
tabletop version. The tabletop version is packaged in a housing and includes its own
cooling fan and power supply, requiring ac power.
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KEY FEATURES
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40.0 GB Native, 80.0 GB Compressed* Capacity
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Superior Error Detection and Correction
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Extensive Embedded Diagnostic/Self-Test Software
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Dual Speed Recording
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Fast access to Data via Tape Mark Directory
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Tape-Loadable Firmware
* Actual transfer rate and capacity will vary depending on data.
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