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Quantum DLT Vs160 Tape Drive

  • Value-optimized DLT

  • Compressed capacity up to 160GB*

  • Compressed performance up to 57.8GB/hour*

  • Certified "Backup Ready" Solution

The Quantum DLT VS160 is an extension of the DLT data protection family that pushes all of the smart options that users have come to expect – reliability, value and space-efficiency. It features:

  • Outstanding capacity and performance – Compressed capacity of 160GB at a 16MB/second transfer rate
  • Compact Size – Optimizes space without sacrificing optimal performance or reliability, providing a low-power, server-ready solution
  • Optimized for DLTtape VS1 media – Increasing capacity-value with enhanced reliability and durability, all at an industry-leading cost per GB

The DLT VS160 fills the need for enterprise-class capacity and throughput in a value priced solution. It features a half-high form factor and offers 160GB of compressed capacity and a 16MB/second compressed transfer rate. Available as an internally configured unit, a tabletop or rackmount unit, the DLT VS160 uses DLTtape VS1 media, delivering increased capacity, enhanced reliability, and super durability, all at an industry-leading cost per gigabyte.

Quantum "Backup Ready" certified solutions allow you to go from box-to-backup in minutes with the highly reliable Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, world-class Backup Exec™ QuickStart software and durable Quantum media. "Backup Ready" solutions are cost-effective, easy to install and fully-supported by Quantum. Choose the Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive configuration that is right for your IT environment, a server-installable internal, convenient tabletop or space-efficient rackmount.

Performance

Sustained Transfer Rate (Native): 8MB/second
Sustained Transfer Rate (Compressed*): 16MB/second (2:1 ratio)
Burst Transfer Rate, Synchronous: 160MB/second
Formatted Capacity (Native): 80GB
Formatted Capacity (Compressed*): 160GB (2:1 ratio)
Average File Access Time: 90 seconds (from BOT)
Interface: 16-bit Ultra 160 SCSI-2
Low Voltage Differential
 
 
*  Actual capacity and transfer rate are dependent on data type.
 

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Tape Format

Recording Format: 240 tracks (170 logical track pairs)
Recording Density: 175 K bits per inch
Track Density: 570 tracks per inch
Encoding Method: PRML
Data Compression: DLZ
 

Reliability

Mean Time Before Failure (MTBF): >250,000 hours at 100% duty cycle
Average Head Life: >30,000 tape motion hours
Uncorrected Error Rate: 1 x 1017 bits read
Undetected Error Rate: 1 x 1017 bits read
Warranty: 3 years
 

Physical

Form Factor: 5.25 inch half-height
 
Internal Dimensions Self Enclosed Internally Configured
Width: 8.35" (212.13 mm) 5.75" (146.05 mm)
Height: 2.61" (66.24 mm) 1.62" (41.70 mm)
Depth: 10.73" (27.49 mm) 8.50" (216.14 mm)
Weight: 7.66 lbs (3.48 kg) 3.19 lbs (1.45 kg)
 

Environmental limits, operating

Temperature: 50 ° to 104° F (10° to 40° C)
Non-condensing humidity: 20% to 80%
Altitude: 30,000' maximum (9.14 km)
 

Environmental limits, non-operating

Temperature: -40 ° to 150.8° F (-40° to 66° C)
Non-condensing humidity: 10% to 95%
   
 

Power

Voltage: +5 volts, +12 volts
Power Consumption: <14 Watts (average read/write operation)
 

Media Compatibility

DLTtape VS1: 80GB native capacity
Read Compatibility: DLT1, DLT VS80
   
 

Media Life

Archive Storage At least 30 years with less than 5% loss in demagnetization (at 20° C and 40% non-condensing humidity)
Durability: At least 1,000,000 head passes (average in typical office computing environment)

 

BH2AA-BF Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, Internal, LVD, Beige
For North America Regional OEMs only. Includes 90-day or older previous release firmware.
BH2AA-BR Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, Bare, LVD, Beige
Does not include data or cleaning cartridges.
BH2AA-BY Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, Internal, LVD, Black
For North America Regional OEMs only. Includes 90-day or older previous release firmware.
BH2AA-EY Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, Internal, LVD, Black
BH2AA-YF Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, Internal, LVD, Beige
BH2BA-BF Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, External, LVD, Beige
For North America Regional OEMs only. Includes 90-day or older previous release firmware.
BH2BA-BY Quantum DLT VS160 tape drive, External, LVD, Black
For North America Regional OEMs only. Includes 90-day or older previous release firmware.

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