Name: 6FT99 Dell 1.5TB (Native)/3TB (Compressed) LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive
Brand: Dell
SKU: 6FT99
Price: 814.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 6FT99 Dell LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive delivers robust storage capacity with efficient data compression, fitting neatly into half-height bays. It suits enterprise backup and archival roles where compatibility with Dell servers and swift data transfers are priorities. This drive serves as a dependable choice for safeguarding significant data volumes in professional environments.

General Information
Brand	Dell
Part Number	6FT99

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO-5 Ultrium (magnetic tape cartridge)
Capacity Compressed	3 TB (2:1 compression)
Capacity Native	1.5 TB
Recording Format	LTO-5 (Ultrium)
Backward Compatibility	Read: LTO-4,LTO-3; Write: LTO-4
Cache	64 MB buffer
Spindle Speed	6 Gb/s SAS interface
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC, UL, cULus

Product Description
The 6FT99 Dell LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive is designed to handle substantial data backup and archiving tasks. It offers a native storage capacity of 1.5TB, which can compress up to 3TB, making it suitable for managing large volumes of data efficiently. This tape drive is often found in data centers and enterprise environments where secure and cost-effective long-term storage is essential. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this drive integrates seamlessly with Dell servers and storage arrays. It supports high-speed SAS connectivity, allowing for quick backup and recovery processes that minimize downtime. Key Features Offers native 1.5TB capacity with up to 3TB compressed storage High-speed SAS interface for rapid data access and transfer Half-height design saves rack space while maintaining performance Compatible with Dell hardware for easy integration and support Supports WORM technology for secure and tamper-proof data storage This tape drive is typically deployed in server rooms and enterprise backup systems, where reliable and scalable data protection is critical. Its balance of capacity and speed helps organizations safeguard their data archives without sacrificing storage space or budget.

Use Cases
The 6FT99 Dell LTO-5 SAS HH Tape Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise IT environments requiring high-capacity, reliable backup and archival solutions. Organizations managing large datasets and operating within rack-mounted server infrastructures benefit from its compact half-height design and high-speed SAS connectivity. How It's Used: Data centers implementing tiered storage strategies with tape for long-term data retention. Enterprise backup operations needing scalable and secure offsite data archives. Virtualization platforms requiring periodic full backups of virtual machines to tape media. Remote office environments with limited rack space seeking efficient, high-capacity tape storage. Compliance-driven industries archiving regulated data within Dell-based server ecosystems. This tape drive enhances operational efficiency by enabling rapid data transfers and maximizing storage density in server racks. Its compatibility with Dell systems ensures streamlined integration, supporting scalable backup workflows and consistent data protection across distributed infrastructure.