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For users with higher capacity needs and faster access requirements,
Sony NICE 5200 series is the answer. The NICE 5200 series is Sony's most
affordable
DDS-2 (4GB) DAT drive moving data at 366 Kilo Bytes per second. It
has a 4GB capacity, is fully compatible with DDS-1 and DDS-2 cartridges
and includes Cheyenne software
solution.
Cheyenne's backup solution for the desktop covers multiple operating
systems, delivering backup/restore within an easy-to-use graphical interface.
ARCsolo
for DOS and Windows supports stand-alone PCs, workgroups and servers.
Cheyenne Backup for Windows 95 and ARCserve for Windows NT
Workstation, built exclusively for Windows 95 32-bit operating systems,
provides extraordinary ease-of-use and outstanding performance. ARCserve
for Macintosh offers flexibility, high performance backup/restore for both
stand-alone and networked Macintosh machines. Finally, ARCsolo for OS/2,
a
stand-alone solution, provides comprehensive backup/restore for OS/2
workstations and IBM LAN servers.
Features
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4 GB data storage capacity to handle most workstations or smaller LAN systems.
Excellent price/performance model. Includes Cheyenne ARCserve 6 for Windows
NT, Cheyenne Backup for Windows 95, ARCserve for Macintosh, ARCsolo for
Windows, ARCsolo for DOS, ARCsolo for OS/2 all on one CD!
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Read and write capability - can backup 1 GB of information in 46* minutes
thereby increasing workers' productivity, saving time and money for the
organization.
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Incorporates Sony's patented Super Head Cleaner mechanism, a MTBF** of
200,000 power-on-hours and read- after-write verification to enhance data
integrity and drive reliability.
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Roller guide tape path for gentle tape handling extends the life of the
tape and reduces cost of ownership.
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DDS-2 DAT technology provides the lowest cost per GB solution in the market
priced under $1,000.00.
*Actual and comparative performance
may vary based on system configuration.
**Sony does not and cannot make any warranty or
represenataion to the mentioned MTBF of any particular unit installed for
customer use.
Product Specifications
Drive type
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DDS-2 tape drive external unit
Media
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120 meter DDS-2 compatible data cartridge
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90 meter DDS compatible data cartridge
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60 meter DDS compatible data cartridge
Interface
Capacity
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4 Gbyte with 120 meter data cartridge
Sustained Transfer Rate
Burst Transfer Rate
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Asynchronous 3 Mbyte/sec (max.)
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Synchronous 5 Mbyte/sec (max.)
Access Time
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35 seconds maximum with 120 meter data cartridge
Search Speed
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Approximately 200 times nominal read/write speed
Drum Rotational Speed
Buffer Size
Uncorrectable Error Rate
MTBF
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200,000 power-on-hour at 20% duty cycle
Vibration
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0.3 G peak, 5 to 500 Hz (swept)
Shock
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5G peak half sine wave of 3ms duration
Temperature Operating
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41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C)
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Storage -40°F to 158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Operating Humidity
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20% to 80% (non-condensing)
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
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Internal: 6.5 watts (average)
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External: 40 watts at 120 VAC, 20 watts at 220 VAC
Dimensions (H x W x D)
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Internal: 1.6" x 4" X 5.7"
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External: 2.6" x 6.9" x 9.5"
Weight
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Internal: 1 lb. 7 oz. (650g)
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External: 7 lb. (3,200 gram)
Package Content
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SONY 5200 Series Tape Drive
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Cheyenne software
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Installation manual
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120m data media cartridge
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Cleaning cartridge
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5.25" AT Gray bezel (internal)
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Power cord & terminator (external)
System Requirements for Cheyenne Backup Software
80486 DX or higher computer
Windows 95
RAM: 8 megabytes minimum (16 megabytes is
recommended)
HD: 15-20 megabytes (10 MB for Cheyenne Backup
files and 5-10 MB for database when jobs are running)
80386 or higher
RAM: 4 MB min
HD: 4-5 MB
3.5 high density disk drive
DOS 3.x and higher
Windows 3.1 or higher
IBM PC, XT, AT, PS/2 or compatible
RAM: 640 KB of memory
HD: 800 KB
DOS 3.x and above
Macintosh 512k or above
OS: 6.05 or above, System 7 recomended
Apple Talk Network
RAM:System 6 reqs. 3 MB, System 7 reqs. 4 MB
HD: 1.5 MB
OS/2 2.1 and above
RAM: 8 MB Min, 16 MB Recommended
HD: 5 MB
ARCsolo for OS/2 is compatible with IBM LAN
Server 3.0 and above
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ARCserve 6 for Windows NT - Workstation Edition Requirements
80386 DX or higher computer
Windows NT version 3.5 or higher
RAM: 16 megabytes
HD: 20-25 megabytes (16 MB for ARCserve files and
5-10 MB for database when jobs are running)
Windows 95 or 3.x
RAM: 8 MB
HD: 6 MB
Sony Media Used
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DGD120M - 120m DDS-2 compatible data cartridge
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DG90M - 90m DDS compatible data cartridge
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DG60M - 60m DDS compatible data cartridge
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