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- In Stock: 3
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Model or Part: DX128
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The Dell DX128 800/1600GB LTO4 tape drive is a high-capacity, high-performance solution designed for demanding data protection and archival environments. Featuring dual-speed operation at 2000 MB/s (native) and 4000 MB/s (compressed), this drive delivers fast backup and restore cycles while supporting both 800 GB and 1600 GB LTO4 cartridges. Its Fibre Channel (FC) and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) interfaces provide reliable, low-latency connectivity for enterprise storage networks.
Key Features
- Native capacity of 800 GB per cartridge, up to 1600 GB with 2.5:1 compression
- Data transfer rates of 2000 MB/s native and 4000 MB/s compressed
- Fibre Channel (FC) and Fibre Channel over Ethernet (FCoE) interfaces for flexible integration
- Built-in error correction and data integrity checks
- Hot-swap capable for continuous operation and minimal downtime
- Compatible with Dell PowerVault and third-party backup software
Technical Specifications
- Model / Part Number: DX128
- Interface: FC (16 Gbps) and FCoE (10 GbE)
- Media Type: LTO4 tape
- Native Capacity: 800 GB
- Compressed Capacity: 1600 GB (2.5:1 compression)
- Native Transfer Rate: 2000 MB/s
- Compressed Transfer Rate: 4000 MB/s
- Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 degrees Celsius
- Power Consumption: 120 W (typical) / 30 W (idle)
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 438 mm x 165 mm x 250 mm
- Weight: 12 kg
Applications
- Enterprise backup and disaster recovery
- Long-term archival of critical business data
- Media and entertainment workflows requiring high capacity storage
- Scientific research data sets that need secure, offline preservation
- Regulatory compliance archiving for finance, healthcare and government
- Hybrid cloud storage strategies where tape acts as a cost-effective cold storage tier
With its robust build, fast data rates, and flexible connectivity, the Dell DX128 LTO4 drive helps organizations protect valuable information while optimizing storage costs and simplifying management.