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SDX-D400C

 

AIT-1 External Drive, Integrator Model

 

Sony AIT Backup SDX-D400C External
Features:
Up to 90 GB capacity and 10.4 MB/s sustained data transfer rate (with 2.6:1 Compression)
Up to 33% higher performance and the previous generation AIT-1 drives
High Reliability with an MTBF of 300,000 POH, Head life of 50,000 hours, Media uses of 30,000 passes
Efficient data management with MIC (Memory in Cassette)
Active Head Cleaner and AME media reduce the need for periodic cleaning
Fast media load (Less than 10 s) and file access (Less than 27 s)

High capacity, high performance
Sony AIT-1 tape drives deliver up to 90 GB capacity (with 2.6:1 compression) ina compact 8mm data cartrdge. Helical scan technology increases data recording density while offering fast data transfer rates of up to 10.4 MB/s.

Fast access to data with MIC
The unique Memory-In-Cassette feature of Sony AIT tape technology, with 64 kB of built-in programmable memory, speeds access to data, providing fast loading (less than 10 seconds) and quick file access (27 seconds).

High reliability
Sony AIT tape drives incorporate a redesigned head geometry, reducing head/tape pressure and delivering up to 50,000 hours of head life. The built-in Active Head Cleaner mechanism results in an industry leading MTBF rating of 300,000 POH.

Standalone drive configuration
A compact external enclosure with built-in power supply and cooling fan makes it easy to add AIT tape technology to existing systems. An industry standard SCSI interface simplifies connection while providing fast data throughput.

Reduced periodic maintenance
Sony AIT drives incorporate an Active Head Cleaner mechanism, activated automatically by the drive mechanism when tape errors approach a certain threshold.

Specifications
Capacity
Media Maximum 90 GB (2.6:1 Compression)
Hardware Maximum 90 GB (2.6:1 Compression)
Native Capacity of Media 35 GB
Native Capacity of Hardware 35 GB
Linear Recording Density 116,000 bpi
Recording Block Length Variable or fixed length blocks
Transfer Rate
Sustained Transfer Rate 10.4 MB/s (2.6:1 compression)
4.0 MB/s (Native)
Burst Transfer Rate 12.0 MB/s (Async., Max.)
40.0 MB/s (Sync., Max.)
Speed
Access Time (Avg.) 27 s (Avg., with MIC)
Search Speed 480 MB/s (Native)
Rewind Speed 160 inches/s (with MIC)
Drum Rotational Speed 6,400 rpm
Media Load Time (Avg.) 10 s (with MIC)
Buffer Memory 10 MB
Reliability
MTBF 300,000 POH (60% duty cycle)
Uncorrectable Error Rate Less than 10-17 bits
Read/Write Head Life (Avg.) 50,000 tape contact hours
Media Uses (Avg.) 30,000 end-to-end passes
Physical
Dimensions (WxHxD) 189 x 57.9 x 261.9 mm
Weight 2.2 kg
Mounting Horizontal or Vertical
Power
Power Requirements AC 100-200V / 220-240V
Power Consumption 21 W (Avg.)
Enviromental
Operating Temperature 5° C to 40° C
Non-Operating Temperature -40° C to 70° C
Operating Humidity 30% to 80% (non-condensing)
Maximum Wet Bulb Temperature 26° C
Shock 5.0 G peak, half sine wave of 3 ms duration
Vibration 0.25 G peak, 5 to 500Hz (swept)
Warranty
Limited Warranty 3 years

 

Compatible Media
SDX1-35C: 230 m AIT-1 35 GB data cartridge
SDX1-25C: 170 m AIT-1 25 GB data cartridge

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