Brand: Sony · SKU: SDT-9000/BM · MPN: SDT-9000/BM · Category: Components
The Sony SDT-9000/BM is a 4mm DDS-3 tape drive designed for efficient data storage and backup. It offers a native storage capacity of 12 GB, which can expand up to 24 GB with 2:1 compression. The drive supports a native data transfer rate of 1.2 MB/s and a compressed rate of 2.4 MB/s. It features a SCSI-2 interface for high-speed data access and compatibility. The form factor is generally a 5.25-inch full-height internal design, though 3.5" standard height dimensions are also documented for the SDT-9000 series. It is fully READ and WRITE compatible with DDS-3, DDS-2, DDS, DDS-DC, and DCLZ format tapes. The drive achieves high data reliability through features like Read-After-Write and additional Error Correction Code. The operating temperature range is between 5°C to 40°C.
| Interface | SCSI-2 |
|---|---|
| Acoustic Noise | 35 dB (write/read streaming) |
| Native Capacity | 12 GB |
| Tape Drive Type | DDS-3 (4mm DAT) |
| Supported Formats | DDS-3, DDS-2, DDS, DDS-DC, DCLZ |
| Native Transfer Rate | 1.2 MB/s |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 40°C |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | 2.4 MB/s |
| Compressed Capacity (2:1) | 24 GB |
| Warranty | Not specified (Context suggests refurbished or reseller sales) |
| Weight | 5.00 lbs |
| Dimensions | 5.25-inch full-height internal form factor (3.5" standard height option also available: 41.2 mm height, 101.6 mm width, 146.0 mm depth) |
The Sony SDT-9000/BM DDS-3 Tape Drive offers reliable storage with a native capacity of 12 GB and a compressed capacity of 24 GB. Its SCSI-2 interface and data transfer rates of 1.2 MB/s (native) and 2.4 MB/s (compressed) make it suitable for backup and archival needs. With its 5.25-inch full-height internal form factor, it is a practical and efficient solution for high-capacity data storage.
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This Sony SDT-9000/BM DDS-3 Internal 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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