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C5686A HP 20GB Native 40GB Compressed DDS-4 DAT40I Internal Tape Drive

SKU:
C5686A
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 20GB native and 40GB compressed storage capacity
  • Compatible with DDS-4 DAT format for reliable data backup
  • Ultra Wide SCSI LVD single-ended interface for fast data transfer
  • Designed for internal installation in servers and workstations
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$234.00

Product Overview

The HP SureStore 20GB/40GB DDS-4 DAT40I tape drive is a dependable internal tape backup solution that fits well in server or workstation environments. It focuses on reliable data storage and efficient backup processes through its native and compressed capacities, combining compatibility with proven DDS tape technology and Ultra Wide SCSI connectivity.

General Information

Brand HP
Part Number C5686A

Technical Information

Media Type DDS-4 (DAT-40), DAT, Magnetic Tape
Capacity Compressed 40 GB (2:1 compression)
Capacity Native 20 GB
Recording Format DDS-4 (DAT-40)
Backward Compatibility DDS-3, DDS-2, DDS-1
Cache None
Hot Pluggable No
Hot Swappable No

Interfaces/Ports

Interface SCSI

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00


Product Description

The HP SureStore DDS-4 DAT40I tape drive offers dependable data storage and backup solutions, commonly used in enterprise servers and workstation environments. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, it provides efficient tape-based backup with its 20GB native capacity, doubling up to 40GB when compressed.

Often found integrated into data centers and small to medium-sized business servers, the drive utilizes the DDS-4 tape format and interfaces via Ultra Wide SCSI LVD single-ended connections, ensuring compatibility and solid performance during backup and restore operations.

Key Features

  • Reliable DDS-4 tape technology for long-term data retention
  • High transfer rates enabled by Ultra Wide SCSI LVD connection
  • Internal tape drive suitable for compact server setups
  • Supports both native and compressed data handling
  • Compatible with widely used backup software and systems

This tape drive is frequently deployed in server rooms where consistent backup reliability is critical. It helps protect important data by allowing scheduled backups and easy data retrieval. Its compatibility with standard DDS tapes makes it a practical choice for businesses maintaining existing tape resources.


Use Cases

The HP SureStore DDS-4 DAT40I tape drive is primarily utilized in IT environments requiring consistent and secure data backup within physical server or workstation setups. It is particularly suited for organizations managing moderate volumes of critical data where long-term archiving and disaster recovery readiness are essential.

How It's Used:

  • Data centers implementing archival storage for regulatory compliance in finance and healthcare sectors.
  • Small to medium-sized businesses maintaining routine backup schedules on internal server infrastructure.
  • Enterprise IT departments leveraging legacy tape technologies for cost-effective offsite data replication.
  • Remote offices integrating tape backups into existing rack-mounted servers to ensure data redundancy.
  • Workstation environments running virtualized workloads that require periodic snapshot backups.

This tape drive supports operational reliability by enabling efficient data backup workflows within established SCSI storage architectures. Its compatibility with DDS-4 media ensures scalability in storage capacity while maintaining manageable integration complexity for IT teams.


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C5686A HP 20GB Native 40GB Compressed DDS-4 DAT40I Internal Tape Drive
C5686A HP 20GB Native 40GB Compressed DDS-4 DAT40I Internal Tape Drive
$234.00