Feature
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Benefit
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5 TB native capacity, 5.5 TB with StorageTek Maximum Capacity
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Maximize existing library footprint by gaining over 3x the storage capacity with fewer slots and cartridges over the competition
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Up to 252 MB/sec native sustained data rate (uncompressed). 240 MB/sec full file host data rate (uncompressed)
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50-70% faster performance dramatically reduces backup windows by 33% or more
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Backward read compatible with StorageTek T10000A and T10000B tape drives
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Optimize media investments by utilizing old and new media side by side
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Large 2 GB buffer cache
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Stream data to the cache to alleviate bottlenecks, improve streaming, and nearly eliminate starts, stops and back-hitching
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Data integrity validation
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CRC checks in the tape drive validate that no data was lost in transfer
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Native FC and FICON compatibility
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Connect natively to both open systems and mainframe.
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StorageTek File Sync Accelerator and StorageTek Tape Application Accelerator
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Reduces starts and stops, improving drive performance and reducing wear on the tape drive and media
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StorageTek Tape Tiering Accelerator
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Drive partitioning facilitates optimal placement of data on tape, such that most often accessed data is fastest to access
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StorageTek In-Drive Reclaim Accelerator
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Allows data to be written in gaps on a tape, minimizing reclaim activity and enabling data to be written over expired data
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