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Imation A8 Removable Hard Disk-Based Storage Library - 8 Bay 2U RDX Multi-Loader (0-Drive) empty chassis Part # 28088
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In Stock: Yes
Manufacturer: Imation
Manufacturer Part No: 28088
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Imation RDX A8 - 8 Bay Loader, Empty Chassis (0-drive
Config) Part # 82088
The Best of Tape and Hard Disk
The RDX A8 ensures reliable performance of data-intensive
business operations, delivering the scalability, portability and cost of tape,
and the speed and durability of disk. The multi-bay Imation RDX A8 makes this
industry-standard technology your clear choice for managing large volumes of
data quickly and reliably.
High Performance and Scalable Capacity
This multi-bay device offers backward and forward
compatibility with all RDX cartridges, plus iSCSI-based networking and desktop
or rackmount options. Cartridges range from 160GB to 1TB, for a total capacity
of up to 8TB (up to eight 1 TB cartridges) of online and unlimited offline
capacity. As RDX cartridge capacity grows, so will your data storage
capabilities. Combining large capacity and high performance, the A8 can handle
the most demanding data storage needs of small- and medium-sized businesses –
and still have room to grow. This system is an ideal replacement for SMB tape
libraries such as DDS/DAT, VXA and DAT.
RDX
DATA SHEET:
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Multiple Operating Modes
Operating in Tape Emulation mode, the A8 functions as a
single drive, spanning all available cartridges to provide seamless handling of
large data sets. In JBOD mode, the A8 gives you a separate drive letter for each
bay.
| Imation RDX A8 - Single Drive Mode |
Imation RDX A8 - JBOD Mode |
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Award Winning RDX Technology
The RDX A8 is built off of award-winning RDX technology,
the world’s leading removable disk storage:
• High Performance and Speed
• Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
• Forward and Backward Compatibility
• Expandable and Scalable
• Industry Standard – Supported by major
OEMs
Applications
From internal network backups to transporting large volumes
of data, the A8 provides reliable performance for data-intensive applications in
these industries and many more:
| - Data Logging and Mining |
- Video Production and Broadcast |
| - Medical Imaging Services |
- Legal Records and Evidence |
| - Geophysical Monitoring |
- Surveillance and Specialized Video |
| - Graphic Design and Photography |
- Cloud Backup and Disaster Recovery |
Technical Specifications
| Unit Capacity ,
Uncompressed |
160GB-8TB (8, 1TB cartridges) |
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| Tranfer Rate |
Up to 45MB/sec average sustained |
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| Cartridge |
Rugged 2.5” mobile SATA hard disk drive |
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| Cartridge Capacity, Uncompressed |
160GB–1TB |
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| Compatibility |
Forward and backward compatible with all RDX
cartridges |
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| Unit Dimensions |
Height: 3.417 in / 86.8 mm
Width: 17.508 in / 444.7 mm
Depth: 12.075 in / 306.7 mm inc. bezel
U Height: 2U |
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| Unit Weight |
Weight: 13.95 lb / 6.33 kg |
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| Cartridge Dimensions |
0.93 in. H x 3.40 in. W x 4.69 in. L
(23.7 mm H x 86.6 mm W x 119.2 mm L) |
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| Warranty |
3 year limited |
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Key Benefits and Features
| Fast & Efficient |
Scalable & Compatible |
| Average sustained data transfer rates of up to
45MB/sec for high productivity. Random access provides shorter seek
times than sequential access tape. |
Forward and backward compatible with all existing and
future RDX cartridges from 160GB to 1TB. |
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| Flexible |
Reliable |
| Can be configured for Tape Emulation mode or iSCSI
Storage (JBOD) mode. Can be placed on a desktop or installed in a 2U
rackmount space. |
Fewer moving parts than tape autoloaders; reduced
risk of mechanical failure. Advanced power management; lower power
consumption than tape drives. |
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| Networkable |
Affordable |
| Ethernet connectivity for integration into existing
business networks. |
Initial system investment is significantly lower than
for a tape drive and autoloader. |
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Imation RDX A8 Part Numbers and Configurations
| Part Number |
Description |
| 28088 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ Empty Chassis (0-Drive Config) |
| 28238 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 4-500GB Cartridges |
| 28241 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 4-750GB Cartridges |
| 28237 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 4-1TB Cartridges |
| 28234 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 8-500GB Cartridges |
| 28233 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 8-750GB Cartridges |
| 28232 |
Imation RDX A8 ~ EA IMATION / 8-1TB Cartridges |
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