Frequent Ask Questions
What is the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive used for?
The Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive is used for data backup, archival, and system restoration. It provides high-capacity storage and single-file download capabilities.
What is the storage capacity of the LTO-8 tape drive?
The LTO-8 tape drive offers a native storage capacity of 12TB, which can be expanded up to 30TB with data compression.
What data transfer speeds can I expect with the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive?
The Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive supports data transfer speeds of up to 360MB/s in native mode and can reach up to 750MB/s with data compression.
What kind of connectivity does the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive support?
The tape drive is equipped with an SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface for connectivity, ensuring fast and reliable data transfers.
Can the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive read and write previous generation tapes?
Yes, the LTO-8 drive can read and write LTO-7 tapes. It is also backward-compatible for reading LTO-6 tapes.
What type of data cartridge is compatible with the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive?
The Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive is compatible with Ultrium LTO-8 data cartridges.
Does the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive support encryption?
Yes, it supports hardware-based data encryption to ensure data security and compliance with various regulations.
What are the physical dimensions of the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive?
The dimensions of the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive typically are 23.5 x 6.3 x 18.3 cm (9.25 x 2.48 x 7.20 inches).
Is it possible to perform remote management on the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive?
Yes, the tape drive offers remote management capabilities through various supported management software solutions, allowing administrators to monitor and control the drive remotely.
What kind of environmental conditions is the Dell PowerVault LTO-8 Tape Drive designed to operate in?
The tape drive is designed to operate in temperatures ranging from 10°C to 40°C (50°F to 104°F) and in relative humidity conditions between 10% and 80% non-condensing.
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