HP StorageWorks DAT 40 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 USB 2.0 interface provides plug-and-play connectivity, enabling backup to be initiated from straight out of the box in less than 60 seconds.



• Manufacturer: Hewlett-Packard
• Manufacturer Part Number: DW023A#ABA
• Manufacturer Website Address: www.hp.com
• Product Line: StorageWorks
• Product Name: StorageWorks DAT 40 Tape Drive
• Product Type: DDS-4 Tape Drive
• Storage Capacity: 20GB (Native)/40GB (Compressed)
• Data Transfer Rate: 3MBps (Native)/6MBps (Compressed) - 12.5GBph (Native Backup)/23GBph (Compressed Backup)
• Access Time: 50 Second Data
• Media Support: Hewlett-Packard C5707A DDS-2 8GB (Native) 393.7 ft, Hewlett-Packard C5718A DDS-4 20GB (Native) 508.53 ft, Hewlett-Packard C5708A DDS-3 12GB (Native) 410.11 ft, Hewlett-Packard C5708A DDS-3 12GB (Native) 410.11 ft, Hewlett-Packard C5707A DDS-2 8GB (Native) 393.7 ft, Hewlett-Packard C5718A DDS-4 20GB (Native) 508.53 ft
• Interfaces/Ports: Type B USB 2.0 - USB
• Color: Carbonite
• Form Factor: External
• Dimensions: 1.8" Height x 7.1" Width x 8.7" Depth, 1.8" Height x 7.1" Width x 8.7" Depth
• Weight: 4.19 lb
• Package Contents:
• StorageWorks DAT 40 Tape Drive
• HP StorageWorks CD (containing electronic user's guide, drivers, and HP Library and Tape Tools software diagnostics)
• Integral USB cable
• Power cord
• HP DDS-4 data cartridge
• HP DDS cleaning cartridge

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