Name: DW027A HP 72GB DAT-72 USB External Tape Drive Backup Storage
Brand: HP
SKU: DW027A
Price: 299.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The DW027A HP DAT-72 USB External Tape Drive offers straightforward tape backup via a USB connection, making it easy to add reliable storage to a workstation or small server. It fits into workflows where long-term data archiving is necessary, providing a practical solution for users who need to keep data secure and accessible on physical media.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Media Type	DAT/DDS tape cartridge (DAT-72)
Capacity Compressed	72GB (2:1 compression)
Capacity Native	36GB
Recording Format	DDS / DAT-72
Backward Compatibility	DAT-40,DAT-32
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	USB 2.0

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The DW027A HP DAT-72 USB External Tape Drive is designed to provide dependable data storage and backup solutions. It offers a straightforward way to archive important files, with a focus on durability and ease of use. This external tape drive is often found in small offices or home office setups where secure data retention is essential. Built for IT professionals and users who require offsite backup or long-term data storage, it simplifies the backup process through its USB interface. The device is commonly used for protecting business-critical information or personal archives without the complexity of networked storage. Key Features Supports 72GB native and 144GB compressed tape storage USB 2.0 interface ensures broad compatibility with computers Works with HP DAT-72 media for reliable performance Compact and portable design for flexible placement Backward compatible with previous DAT tape formats Typically deployed in environments where budget-conscious yet robust backup options are needed, this tape drive fits well in small business or home office data management setups. It provides a reliable way to safeguard information without complex infrastructure.

Use Cases
The DW027A HP 72GB DAT-72 USB External Tape Drive is ideally suited for IT environments requiring efficient, removable backup solutions. It is particularly valuable in small to medium-sized business networks and remote office setups where centralized tape backup systems may not be feasible. How It's Used: Performing regular incremental backups in SMBs to ensure data integrity without impacting network bandwidth. Archiving critical business data in remote branch offices where cloud backup services have limited availability. Enabling long-term compliance storage for regulated industries requiring physical data retention. Facilitating disaster recovery workflows by providing offsite tape backups for virtualized server environments. Supporting IT maintenance in small data centers focused on cost-effective and portable backup media. By integrating USB connectivity with DAT-72 tape technology, this device streamlines backup processes in constrained environments. It balances ease of deployment with reliable data archiving, enhancing operational continuity where scalability and physical data control are priorities.

DW027A HP 72GB DAT-72 USB External Tape Drive Backup Storage

Product Overview

General Information

Technical Information

Interfaces/Ports

Physical Characteristics

Miscellaneous

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