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AIT-3 SCSI Internal Drive (AITi260/S)

AIT-i260/S

Weight: 1 lb 12 oz (780g)
Dimensions: 4.0 x 1.62 x 6.10" (101.6 x 41.3 x 155mm)

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Key Features
High capacity tape storage :  
  
Sony AIT-3 tape drives deliver up to 260 GB1 capacity (with 2.6:1 compression) in a compact 3.5-inch form factor.
Fast data transfer rates :  
  
Sony AIT-3 tape drives offer high data transfer rates of 12.0 MB/s native for today's most demanding data storage environments.
Backward Compatibility :  
  
Sony AIT-3 tape drives are backward compatible (see media compatibility chart), protecting your investment in the valuable data you already have stored on previous generation AIT data cartridges, while delivering the increased capacity and performance of AIT-3 technology.
High reliability :  
  
Sony AIT tape drives incorporate a redesigned head geometry, reducing head/tape pressure and delivering up to 50,000 hours of head life. The built-in Super Head Cleaner™ mechanism results in an industry leading MTBF rating of 400,000 POH.
Remote Memory-In-Cassette (R-MIC) :  
  
A 64 kbit memory chip embedded into the data cartridge provides high speed file location and file access.

Hardware
Interfaces
:  
  
Ultra 160 Wide SCSI Low Voltage Differential / Single-ended 68-Pin Connector

Operating Conditions
Average Head Life
:  
  
50,000 tape contact hours (typical)
Average Media Uses
:  
  
30,000 passes (typical)
Burst Transfer Rate
:  
  
Synchronous: 160Mbps (max)
Cartridge Access Time
:  
  
27 seconds (with MIC)
Drum Rotational Speed
:  
  
6,000 RPM
Error Rate
:  
  
Less than 10-17 bits
MTBF - Drive
:  
  
400,000 hours at 100% duty cycle
Operating Humidity
:  
  
20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Operating Temperature
:  
  
40°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature
:  
  
-40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Sustained Transfer Rate
:  
  
12 Mbps (native)
Transfer Rate
:  
  
12 MB/s

Power
Power Consumption (in Operation)
:  
  
14W (average)
Power Requirements
:  
  
DC 5V +/- 5%, DC 12V +/- 10%

General
Compressed Capacity
:  
  
260GB1, 3
Native Capacity
:  
  
100GB1
Recommended Use
:  
  
Small/Medium Business or Workgroup
Tape Capacity
:  
  
100GB1 native

Memory
Buffer Memory
:  
  
32MB

Weights and Measurements
Dimensions (Approx.)
:  
  
4.0 x 1.62 x 6.10" (101.6 x 41.3 x 155mm)
Weight (Approx.)
:  
  
1 lb 12 oz (780g)

Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term
:  
  
3 years with 3-year Advance Exchange

Optional Accessories:
SDX3-100C 230 m AIT-3 100 GB1 data cartridge w/R-MIC
SDX3-100W 230 m AIT-3 100 GB1 WORM data cartridge w/R-MIC
SDX1-CL AIT Cleaning Cartridge
List Price*
$1,750.00
*Ask your reseller or distributor for product pricing
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Footnotes
    1. GB means one billion bytes.
    2. Specifications and product plans are subject to change without notice.
    3. Compressed capacities are based on 2.6:1 compression ratio using ALDC. Actual capacity may vary.
    4. MTBF, head life, and media use specifications are averages based on normal environmental conditions. Actual experience may vary.