Brand: HP (HPE) · SKU: Q1523B · MPN: Q1523B · Category: Components
The HP StorageWorks DAT 72 External Tape Drive (Q1523B) provides an efficient and reliable solution for data backup with DDS-5 (DAT72) technology. It features a native capacity of 36GB and a compressed capacity of up to 72GB. It utilizes a 68-pin LVD SCSI interface for connectivity and offers a fast data transfer rate of 7MB/sec (or 3.20 MB/s native, 6.40 MB/s compressed). The drive comes in an external tabletop form factor. It uses Helical Scan recording. The interface type is specified as U160 LVD SCSI by some sources. The drive is often sold as refurbished.
| Drive Type | DAT 72 (DDS-5) |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | External / Tabletop |
| Host Interface | SCSI (68-Pin SE/LVD, U160 LVD SCSI) |
| Recording Method | Helical Scan |
| Native Storage Capacity | 36 GB |
| Compressed Storage Capacity | 72 GB |
| Max Native Data Transfer Rate | 3.20 MB/s |
| Max Compressed Data Transfer Rate | 6.40 MB/s or 7MB/sec |
| Warranty | 90 Day Warranty (for refurbished units) |
| Weight | 5.00 (approximate, unit unspecified) |
| Dimensions | Height: 1.8 in; Width: 7.1 in; Depth: 8.7 in (External Tabletop) |
The HP StorageWorks DAT 72 External Tape Drive (Q1523B) is a DDS-5 tape drive designed for reliable data backup and archival for small to medium businesses and remote offices. It offers a native capacity of 36GB, expandable to 72GB with compression, and connects via a 68-pin LVD SCSI interface.
Yes, this HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (DDS-5) SCSI 68-Pin SE/LVD External Tape Drive (Q1523B) is 100% genuine HP (HPE) hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This HP StorageWorks DAT 72 (DDS-5) SCSI 68-Pin SE/LVD External Tape Drive includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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