This manual mainly introduces the characteristics and features of Sony AIT tape storage products, including history, technology, products, etc.
This guide introduces Sony's Advanced Metal Vapor Deposition (AME) magnetic tape technology and the AIT product line, including AIT1 through AIT5 and Turbo models. It explains how the 3.5‑inch form factor, high‑capacity media and fast data transfer rates meet modern backup needs.
The document also details features such as MIC‑based fast file search, WORM write‑once‑read‑many capability, and maintenance‑free operation, providing practical information for installing, using and maintaining Sony AIT tape drives and libraries. This manual is written in Chinese.
| Capacity range | 33 GB – 400 GB (up to 1 040 GB compressed) |
|---|---|
| Data transfer speed (AIT5) | 24 MB/s (62 MB/s compressed) |
| Form factor | 3.5 inch |
| Fast file search technology | MIC (magnetic tape internal memory) |
| Tape adhesion technology | AME – no adhesive, reduces head blockage |
| WORM capability | Write‑Once‑Read‑Many |
AIT tapes cover from 33 GB (AIT1) up to 400 GB, which can be compressed to 1 040 GB.
AIT5 writes at 24 MB/s, or 62 MB/s when data is compressed.
The MIC (magnetic tape internal memory) chip stores file indexes for rapid searching.