HP StorageWorks DAT 40 USB Tape Drive

HP Updated: 2008-02-26
HP StorageWorks DAT 40 USB Tape Drive

The HP StorageWorks DAT 40 USB Tape Drive is a dependable entry-level backup solution for smaller servers and workstations. This DDS-4 tape drive stores 40 GB of compressed data on a single cartridge at a rate of 23 GB/hr (assuming 2:1 data compression), providing an ideal balance between capacity and performance.

The HP StorageWorks DAT 40 USB Tape Drive features a native USB 2.0 interface providing plug-and-play simplicity - the hardware can be ready for backup in less than 60 seconds, straight out of the box. The DAT 40 USB drive is available to suit most environments, both as an internal and external stand-alone drive. It reads and writes DDS-4, DDS-3, and DDS-2 formats, making it compatible with many most legacyolder drives.

Features & benefits

• Native USB 2.0 Interface: Provides two major customer benefits: (1) works on more servers with universal USB 2.0 plug-and-play connectivity and (2)saves time and money with an easy setup taking less than 60 seconds.
• Lowest media price of any tape technology: Low-cost backup solution and ongoing low-cost of ownership.
• Reliable industry standard DDS technology: As the most popular server backup technology of all time, DAT offers a proven track record of reliability and assured investment protection.
• Up to 20 GB native capacity on a single tape: Provides enough capacity for a small server or workstation.
• Transfer rate of over 10GB/hr native: Backs up a whole cartridge worth of data in less than three hours.
• HP StorageWorks One Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR): Restores your entire system at the touch of a button without the need for system disks or software CDs.
• Small, half-height form factor and choice of models: Flexibility to suit most environments, available as external or internal models to fit servers, workstations, and rack-mount kits.
• Broad compatibility with a wide range of servers, operating systems, and backup software: Suits almost every operating environment.
• HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools: Helps make installation, management, and troubleshooting simple.
• Includes HP StorageWorks Data Protector Express Single Server Edition backup/recovery software: Provides a complete, easy-to-use backup solution that includes disaster recovery capabilities.