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20GB native capacity, 40GB with 2:1 compression
3MB/sec native data transfer speed, 6MB/sec with 2:1 compression
Internal, external and hot plug configurations
Small form factor, half-height built out to 5¼ or 3½ inches
HP One Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR) supported

The HP StorageWorks DAT 40 Tape Drive is an entry level, dependable solution for small to medium server storage backup needs as well as enterprise networks. With its economical price, the DAT 40 Tape Drive provides outstanding value to customers in a wide range of organizations and networks. It is part of a long line of DDS products, continuing offering excellent solutions for storing data. The DAT 40 can store up to 40GB of compressed information at an improved rate of 6MB/sec making it the ideal product for storage-aware companies by providing a low cost of ownership.

The DAT 40 Tape Drive has backwards compatibility with previous DDS technologies, making it a cost-effective solution to businesses protecting their previous investment. Additionally, the DAT 40 comes with HP's unique One Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR) providing customers the ability to restore their systems quickly and effortlessly with the simple touch of a single button, eliminating the need for backup disks and software. This drive also incorporates the ability and opportunity to rewrite the data repeatedly until the data has been read successfully just in case there is an error during the write process. Other features include the TapeAlert for monitoring the tape drive and media as well as the HP StorageWorks Library and Tape Tools (L&TT) for troubleshooting. It is compatible with other leading operating systems, servers, and backup software.

Easy to Connect:
Plug-and-play connectivity with many top server and PC workstation brands, including Compaq, HP and IBM
Compatible with leading operating systems and backup software
Complete solution in the box, including backup software for network servers and workstations (SCSI cable sold separately)

Easy to Manage:
HP One-Button Disaster Recovery for the restore of your entire system with the touch of a button
HP TapeTools for drive information, troubleshooting diagnostics and firmware upgrades
Continuous backup monitoring with TapeAlert to help ensure data integrity
HP DDS-4 media - tested to extremes to guarantee maximum quality and reliability
Excellent reliability - new design delivers 400,000 hours MTBF

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