Dell TKC16 PowerVault 2.5TB/5TB LTO-6 SAS Half-height Tape Drive for T

Dell TKC16 PowerVault 2.5TB/5TB LTO-6 SAS Half-height Tape Drive for T
Dell TKC16 PowerVault 2.5TB/5TB LTO-6 SAS Half-height Tape Drive for T
The Dell PowerVault LTO-6 SAS tape drive (model TKC16) delivers high-capacity, reliable backup and archive storage for medium to large enterprises. With support for 2.5TB native or 5TB compressed capacity per cartridge, this half-height unit fits int... Read More
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$669.95

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  • In Stock: 11
  • Manufacturer: Dell
  • Model or Part: TKC16
  • Condition: Refurbished
  • Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview

The Dell PowerVault LTO-6 SAS tape drive (model TKC16) delivers high-capacity, reliable backup and archive storage for medium to large enterprises. With support for 2.5TB native or 5TB compressed capacity per cartridge, this half-height unit fits into standard server racks while providing fast data protection for mission critical workloads.

Key Features

  • Native 2.5TB and up to 5TB compressed storage per LTO-6 tape
  • SAS interface with 12Gbps throughput for rapid backup and restore
  • Half-height (H/H) form factor for efficient rack space utilization
  • Built-in error correction and data integrity verification
  • Compatibility with Dell PowerVault Tape Library ecosystems and third-party backup software
  • Hot-swap capability reduces downtime during maintenance

Technical Specifications

  • Model / Part Number: TKC16
  • Drive type: LTO-6, SAS, half-height
  • Native capacity per cartridge: 2.5TB
  • Compressed capacity (assuming 2:1): 5TB
  • Data transfer rate: up to 160 MB/s native, 320 MB/s compressed
  • SAS interface speed: 12 Gbps
  • Operating temperature: 10 to 35 degrees Celsius
  • Power consumption (typical): 45 Watts
  • Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.2 in x 17.5 in x 20.0 in
  • Weight: approx 12 lbs

Applications

  • Enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions
  • Long-term archival of compliance data and historical records
  • High-performance data migration between storage tiers
  • Secure offsite replication for remote office environments
  • Integration with virtualization platforms for VM image protection

This Dell PowerVault LTO-6 tape drive offers a cost-effective, scalable path to protect your critical information while maximizing rack space and minimizing operational impact.