Now more than ever, media security within a data center is critical. Imation understands that the best way to ensure sensitive information is protected at all times is through accurate, reliable media tracking. Are you sure that the right cartridge is in the right place at the right time every time? Be sure with Imation's innovative DataGuard rf™ Tape Tracking System.

The DataGuard rf Tape Tracking System from Imation is a design and engineering breakthrough that puts the range, reliability and accuracy of RFID (radio frequency identification) into your data center. With integrated RFID-volser labels (patent pending the US and other countries), Imation combines proven technology into one robust and secure label that incorporates RFID technology, Volser identification and advanced UHF technology.

The DataGuard rf system helps reduce the risk of lost and misfiled tapes and improves both efficiency and reliability. The user scans RFID-enabled cartridges, either individually or up to 20 cartridges within a transport case, as they arrive and exit a location. The system automatically logs each cartridge transaction into a database that is linked to the customer's tape management system. This solution is 100% accurate, providing you confidence, reliability and control in your data center.


Features & Benefits:

• Reduce your risk of lost and misfiled tapes - you can account for the cartridge locations wherever they are: in your data center, in transit or at an off-site vault facility.
• Improve your efficiency and reliability - not only can you scan faster; you avoid the mistakes that come with bar code technology. You get 100% accuracy and automatic watchlist notifications for misfiled tapes.
• Take inventory more often - knowing exactly what's in your library is no longer the impossible dream. You can inventory more often and do it by investing a fraction of the time and fewer resources than it takes now.
• RFID-Volser labels - integrating advanced ultra high frequency (UHF) technology provides increased read range and 100% accuracy, while combining bar code, color and serial number identification for limitless flexibility.
• Mobile handheld scanner - preloaded with proprietary Imation software, the handheld reader is ideal for performing library audits and recording tape cartridge daily movements within your data center or off site.
• Optional terabyte-class cartridge transport and storage case - provides the highest level of protection for cartridges, ensuring the safety of vital company information.

For additonal information click here to download the DataGuard rf system brochure.


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