High Capacity; Data Compaction; Durable Media; Compatibility - Freecom DLT VS-80 Installation And Operation Manual

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High Capacity

Your DLT-VS80 uses DLTtape™IV cartridges, which offer 40 GB of native storage or up to
80 GB of compressed data using Benchmark Storage Innovations' enhanced format.
The data set determines the actual data compression rate, which may vary from 2:1.
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Data Compaction

Your DLT-VS80 includes a data compaction feature that helps it store data efficiently. A
read/write buffer of up to 2 MB provides working space for the compaction feature, allowing
you to get the most of the available tape space.
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Durable Media

The tape media is designed to endure 1,000,000 passes and has a shelf life of 30 years,
providing superior media durability and data reliability.
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Compatibility

Your DLT-VS80 is read-compatible with the DLT4000 format using DLTtape™IV cartridges.
For current information on operating system, application, and driver compatibility, visit:
www.4benchmark.com/support/compat.cfm
www.4benchmark.com/support/drivers.cfm
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Firmware Update Capability

Your DLT-VS80 includes Flash EEPROM technology that makes on-site firmware
(microcode) updates from tape or SCSI bus fast and easy.
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Embedded Diagnostics

Your DLT-VS80 has embedded diagnostic software that indicates diagnostic results and
drive operating status and even tells you when head cleaning is needed. The drive also has
embedded error logging to help you diagnose any problems.
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Scope of This Guide

This Installation and Operations Guide is intended to provide all the information you need to
install and use your DLT-VS80 Internal Drive or DLT-VS80esDesktop Drive.
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