Proven Reliability

Product Overview

Maxoptix/Breecehills A2.15 and A2.30 AIT2 tape libraries offer outstanding capacity and solid performance at a great price. Leveraging proven reliable robotics, the A2.15 and A2.30 are ideal for automated backup and storage in todays distributed networks and servers. With one or two AIT2 drives, the 15 cartridge library provides up to 1.95 TB capacity, and the 30 cartridge library expands up to 3.90 TB capacity*. Combine that with 112 GB/hr data transfer rates and advanced engineering design concepts, the A2.15 and A2.30 represent a smart investment for any organization.

Product Highlights

Exceptional Performance Value State-of-the-art engineering concepts distinguish the A2.15 and A2.30 as libraries in the compact series packed with expanded functionality. Standard features including the barcode reader, and removable magazines and drive modules makes the libraries a cost-effective automation solution.

Easy Library Management

Simplicity of design is the foundation for the libraries reliable operation. A chassis-mounted, intelligent robotic mechanism picks and places with only two motors. Library management is easy with one or two 15 cartridge removable magazine pack(s). An integrated dust cover protects tapes throughout media rotations.

Knowing that the companys data is its most valuable asset, the A2.15 and A2.30 was designed for easy yet secure data access. A front locking panel opens to a 15 cartridge removable magazine. Maximum uptime and high availability is ensured with power-on exchange of tape drives.

Investment Protection

Your investment is protected since multiple generations of Sonys AIT technology is supported in the A2.15 and A2.30 libraries -- up to AIT 4, which is specified to provide 520 GB/cartridge and 62.4 MB/sec throughput with compression. Users benefit from a seamless migration path.

Advanced Drive Technology

Sonys AIT drives are designed with Memory in Cassette (MIC) architecture. The MIC consists of a memory chip built into the data cartridge that holds the systems log and other user-defined information. Applications that benefit from MICs capabilities include hierarchical storage management, video server, film editing and real-time data acquisition.

Compatibility

Like all Breece Hill libraries, the A2.15 and A2.30 interface with any major operating system including UNIX™, Windows NT™ and Novell™. Qualified with the leading storage management applications, you have wide choice and flexibility in your software selection.

Technical Service and Support

We pride ourselves on exceptional, quick-response customer service. We deliver on that by having the most knowledgeable in-house technical support team around. Breece Hill offers various service and maintenance options on each product, and our standard 3 year warranty gives users additional peace of mind.