Dell PowerVault RD1000 Disk Backup Storage

Dell Updated: 2008-09-10 RSS
Dell PowerVault RD1000 Disk Backup Storage

Removable drive combines the speed of a hard disk with the portability of optical media for quick, easy, affordable backups.

Removable Disk Drive vs. Other Storage
The benefits of using a high-capacity, removable disk drive and accompanying cartridge like the Dell PowerVault RD1000 are evident when compared to alternative backup media. Rugged, removable disk media offers increased portability and durability over standard USB-based hard drive storage that may be faster and less expensive when compared to tape storage alternatives.

The PowerVault RD1000 features a protective disk drive cartridge that is available in 80GB, 160GB, 320GB2 and 500GB2 capacities. The RD removable disk cartridges are all interchangeable and preformatted. Archiving a collection of PowerVault RD1000 disk cartridges takes considerably less room than a similar amount of DVDs or CDs - it would take 36 standard DVDs to hold the volume of a single 320GB2 removable disk cartridge - all while saving shelf space.

Intuitive Management
Simply plug in the PowerVault RD1000 to an available USB port on your workstation or server, and you'll have access to storage straight from the desktop. In order to backup your critical information, simply drag files over to the PowerVault RD1000 drive letter. Files or folders are saved to the removable disk drive automatically, and you can recover or run applications in the same way - straight from the hard drive. In addition, the PowerVault RD1000 includes software that enables backups to be scheduled automatically on a monthly, weekly, or daily basis.

The PowerVault RD1000 removable disk cartridge contains a SATA II hard drive, the same technology that Dell uses across the PowerVault disk storage line, the PowerEdge server line, and in Precision Workstations.

Hard Drive Speed and Reliability
The PowerVault RD1000 removable disk cartridge contains a SATA II hard drive, the same technology that Dell uses across the PowerVault disk storage line, the PowerEdge server line, and in Dell Precision Workstations. SATA II hard drive technology is a reliable, industry-standard for storage, and an ideal long-term and durable media. Files transfer to the PowerVault RD1000 at about the same time it would take to save to your regular PC drive, up to 30MB/sec - much faster than backing up to standard tape, and without the hassle of swapping out media due to capacity constraints.

The PowerVault RD1000 functions lying flat or on edge, and its compact profile takes up very little space on a desk, or close to your server, allowing a backup solution that doesn't require rethinking your office arrangement.

Tough and Compact Form
The PowerVault RD1000 functions lying flat or on its edge, and its compact profile takes up very little space on a desk, or close to your server, allowing a backup solution that doesn't require rethinking your office arrangement. The removable disk cartridge is designed for durability, and easily fits into a briefcase, backpack, or even a coat pocket. The PowerVault RD1000's simple plug-and-play USB connection allows you to backup more than one system, or move it from home to office as you need. Each removable disk drive cartridge weighs about as much as a cell phone, and is only slightly larger.