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A shrinking "window" for backup and archiving.
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The emergence of enterprise level storage management
strategies, including Storage Area Networks.
In this handbook, we will show you why DLTtape and Super DLTtape
drives and media are the best storage solutions for these and many of
the other storage challenges you may face. We will also help you eval-
uate your DLTtape storage options and pick the solution that's right
for you.
We've Got You Covered
To help you understand DLTtape technology and how it fits into
your IS backup picture, we've included chapters that cover every-
thing from the history of DLTtape drives and media to a detailed
comparison of competitive backup solutions. Here's a sample of
what we'll cover:
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What is the DLTtape system?
• What is Super DLTtape technology?
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Why customers want DLTtape drives and media – the
DLTtape system.
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Applications for the DLTtape system.
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What makes the DLTtape system so reliable?
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Why the DLTtape system is perfect for autoloaders, libraries,
and Storage Area Networks (SANs).
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What makes DLTtape cartridges special.
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Platform connectivity considerations.
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The bright future of Super DLTtape technology.
Welcome to the new world of storage management. Welcome to
the world of the DLTtape and Super DLTtape systems from
Quantum Corporation.
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