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Server: HP xw6400 Workstation
Backup device: HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS


(U.S. SMB store)

Protect your small or medium business with the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 tape drive. With 160GB, it is the highest capacity and performance DAT drive available. The DAT 160 tape drive provides a seamless upgrade path for the extensive install base of over 6 million DAT users delivering twice the capacity and performance of DAT 72, whilst continuing to offer the low cost of ownership and proven reliability they've come to expect from HP DAT products.

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Hardware and software compatibility

Internal Models:

Not supported.

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External Models:

Q1588A - HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS External Tape Drive

Note: Please see Compatible Controllers & HBAs for required options.

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Rack-Mount Models:

The HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS is not currently available as a rack-mount option for the HP xw6400 Workstation .

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Compatible Controllers, Host Bus Adapters and Switches:

The HP xw6400 Workstation does not have a suitable integrated SAS controller for connecting the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS . Please use the following compatible SAS HBA and cable options that are available for purchase from HP:

  • EH417AA - LSI 3041E 4-Port SAS 3Gb RAID Card (Required)
  • EM164AA - HP XW Workstation Int-Ext SAS Back Panel Connector Kit (Required)
  • AE470A - HP 2m Min-Min External Tape SAS Cable (Required)

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Server OS Support:

The links below show which operating systems supported by this server support the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS . For a more comprehensive list of supported operating systems and backup applications for the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS please visit the software compatibility table.

Click the operating system appropriate for your configuration to see the list of supported backup applications.

Microsoft Windows Vista
Microsoft Windows Vista x64 Edition
Microsoft Windows XP Professional 
Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (x86)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 (AMD64/EM64T)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 (x86)
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 (AMD64/EM64T)

Note: This page only shows that the HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS can be physically and electrically connected to the HP xw6400 Workstation .

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Related Options & Support:

Media

C8011A - HP DAT 160 data cartridge (160 GB, compressed)
C8015A - HP DAT 160 cleaning cartridge

One-Button Disaster Recovery

The HP StorageWorks DAT 160 SAS supports HP One-Button Disaster Recovery (OBDR). HP supports OBDR with HP Data Protector Express, HP Data Protector, Symantec Backup Exec and CA ARCserve. Other ISVs listed as a "suitable application" have been tested by the ISV but are not supported by HP. Please contact those ISVs for any disaster recovery support and OBDR support you may require.

For all the latest information on supported configurations, host bus adapters, BIOS revisions and software compatibility, please reference the OBDR compatibility website at: www.hp.com/go/obdr.

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Disclaimer

HP makes every effort to ensure compatibility by continual validation, but many factors outside our test environment can affect compatibility and performance. HP cannot accept liability for problems that may occur due to factors outside of our control. In the event that compatibility and/or performance is not as expected for your specific environment please contact HP for assistance in finding a solution that best suits your needs.

Please note that some links on this site may take you to other web sites, which HP does not control. HP is not responsible for information you may find there.
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