SONY SDX-500V AIT-2 INTERNAL TAPE DRIVE

50 GB native storage capacity, or 130 GB compressed (2.6:1) in a compact form-factor - store more information in less space; Sustained data transfer rate of 6 MB/s native and 15.6 MB/s compressed (assuming 2.6:1) provides high performance for today's most demanding environments - backup to 21.6 GB/hour native or 54 GB/hour compressed (assuming 2.6:1); WORM support - AIT-2 drives are dual function drives, allowing for the use standard media for traditional backup, along with the option of using WORM media for archival; Extremely durable Advanced Metal Evaporated (AME) media - provides extraordinary reliability and a virtually contamination-free environment reducing the need for periodic cleaning; Sophisticated data access capability with Memory-In-Cassette, a 64-kbit memory chip built into the data cartridge - provides high speed file location and file access; Super Head Cleaner mechanism provides an automated cleaning solution - increases data integrity and reduces the need for periodic cleaning; Adaptive Lossless Data Compression (ALDC) provides greater data compression efficiency - offers average compression of 2.6:1; Helical scan recording writes the tape in one pass with a slow tape speed - reduces wear-and-tear on the tape media and drive, increasing reliability and head life; Backward compatibility provides investment protection.