Tandberg Data SDLT220, Product Manual

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CHAPTER 2: SDLT 220/320 Product Information
provides 160 GB of storage capacity with a transfer speed of 16MB/second
(native).
To view a succinct comparison of the two models, refer to “Key Differences
Between the SDLT 220 and the SDLT 320” on page 2-11 . For detailed engineering
specifications (for both the SDLT 220 and 320), refer to CHAPTER 3, “Drive
Specifications.”
2.2 SDLT 220/320 Product Features
SDLT tape drives offer the following product features:
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A streaming tape drive that uses half-inch wide Digital Linear Tape (DLT)
media.
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Standard 5.25-inch full-height form factor to simplify integration into system
and tape library solutions.
•
The SDLT architecture builds on the DLT legacy by offering backward
compatibility: data backed up today using the DLT 8000, DLT 7000, DLT
4000, and DLT 1
//VS80 systems will be retrievable in the future using
SDLT-based systems with DLT IV type media.
•
Global Storage Link (GS Link) — An infrared (wireless) interface that
provides a wireless remote testing base allowing customers and integrators to
access system diagnostic information from the front of the tape system.
•
When needed, the SDLT 320 can be operated in a mode that is completely
compatible with that of the SDLT 220.
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Handle-free load and unload feature to increase ease of use.
To see pictures of this product, refer to Figure 2-1 on page 2-3 . For a complete
SDLT 220/320 feature comparison, refer to Table 2-1 on page 2-11 .