Faster Access to Data

The Sidewinder 50 ($4000) is a high-end tape backup for midrange servers using Sony's new Advanced Intelligent Tape standard, which supports memory chips embedded in storage cassettes. With a 16-Kb programmable memory chip built into the data cartridge, the Sidewinder 50 speeds up file access by storing reference information on the chip that is normally stored on tape, reducing seek time. The Sidewinder 50 has a self-cleaning head, Advanced Metal Evaporated medium, and a capacity of 50 GB with data compression or 25 GB native.

Contact:  Seagate Technology, Scotts Valley, CA

Phone:    408-438-6550

Internet: 
http://www.seagate.com


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