LTO 6 Tape drive

Posted on 13-03-2014, in Data Storage by Stuart Humphrey

With LTO Generation 7 on the horizon. I thought it best just to re-emphasize what a great product the LTO 6 tape drive is in today's market need for a reliable, robust back-up/archive data solution. The LTO 6 tape drive is the latest model in a 8 generation roadmap. Each step brings new technology, enhanced design for users demands of higher capacity, better reliability and increased performance. With a native storage capacity of 2.5TB...

Tape Storage for Mac Users

Posted on 10-12-2013, in Uncategorized by Stuart Humphrey

We are seeing more and more Mac users looking into the different options available today for their data storage solutions. LTO tape is a serious contender with its reliability, versatility and cost effectiveness. With many users in high end data consumption (in excess of 1TB daily/weekly), speed and ease of storage also come into play. Bundles are now available so that users can buy all that is needed without shopping around for additional pa...

A quick look at Data Storage options

Posted on 19-11-2013, in Data Storage by Stuart Humphrey

Let's face it, no-one wants to back up their data. But, due to that small chance of data failure we adhere and comply to a back up solution to nullify the risk and enable us to recover our precious and invaluable data.  So, what do you choose in an ever changing, ever growing , even more confusing world of new technologies. All companies must consider what the best back up strategy they must employ for there data retention.There is a solutio...

Data Storage : LTO tape vs RDX cartridge

Posted on 18-10-2013, in Data Storage by Stuart Humphrey

We cannot avoid choice in today’s market. Whether it’s choosing a car, a phone, even a light bulb. This also applies to data storage. Choice is healthy, it brings options, price competition but also a higher degree of user confusion. I have lost count where due to choice I have ended up buying nothing. So this article is about helping to distinguish between two data storage devices. Retaining your data is an important facet for every busines...

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