Backing up to tape is a key component in a complete storage strategy. Tape drives can be used for creating daily and weekly backups that allow customers to remove information off-site and can be used for archival purposes to retain data for years. The SDLT 600 is designed for the customer whose storage needs is outgrowing the capacity of their current DLT and SDLT drives. They are ready to move up in capacity and performance because they do have strict limitations on their backup window. The SDLT 600 provides double the capacity and performance over the SDLT 320 and more than double for customers transitioning from previous generation DLT drives such as the DLT VS80. The HP StorageWorks SDLT 600 Tape Drive offers a reliable DLT based backup solution. With 600 GB capacity compressed, the SDLT 600 provides highest capacity available for DLT mid-range customer.