8-cartridge magazine for up to 192 GB storage (with 2:1 compression) Sony DDS autoloaders utilize a compact 8-cartridge magazine with a unique push mechanism tape transport. The magazine design delivers reliable automated tape handling while reducing the typical mis-grip issues associated with other tape transport technologies. High performance tape drive technology built-in The TSL-S9000L/TB autoloader is built around Sony`s proven DDS-3 tape technology, the SDT-9000 tape drive. The fastest DDS tape mechanism in it`s class, the SDT-9000 delivers data at sustained transfer rates up to 2.4 MB/s (with 2:1 compression) while providing reliable recording with Sony`s patented Super Head Cleanerª mechanism. Full backward compatibility protects your existing data archives To secure your investment in data stored on earlier generations of DDS media, Sony DDS-3 tape autoloaders are fully read and write compatible with DDS-3, DDS-2, and DDS-1 tape formats. Trial Bundle of network backup software The TSL-S9000L/TB autoloader comes with 60 day live trial versions of network backup applications. Veritasr Backup Exec for Windows NTr and Windowsr 2000, along with Backup Exec for Novellr NetWarer offer both Single Server and Multi Server editions. See which application meets your needs, try it on your own network for 60 days, and you can purchase the full version direct from Sony after the trial period. High reliability with flexible configuration With an MTBF of 185,000 Power-on-Hours and MSBF of up to 180,000 load/unload cycles, Sony DDS autoloaders deliver high performance with sacrificing reliability. And with the ability to be mounted in either vertical or horizontal orientation, Sony autoloaders offer the flexibility to fit almost any installation requirements. |