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autoloader

(1) Software that performs input tasks such as copying the OS and related programs into memory (RAM), which is often an instance of a virtual machine. An autoloader may also input a group of files into memory. See virtual machine and load.

(2) A mechanical device that takes an optical disc, magnetic disk or tape cartridge from a storage location and inserts it into the drive. Also called an "autochanger," it is the robotic part of a tape or disk library. See tape library, disk library, CD-ROM changer and CD-ROM server.

The REV Autoloader

Iomega's removable REV disks came in a 10-disk library, called the "REV Autoloader." (Image courtesy of Iomega Corporation.)

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As the world's largest designer and manufacturer of OEM tape autoloaders, BDT AG is proud to announce this strategic partnership with Crossroads," says Friedhelm Steinhiber, President & Chief Executive Office of BDT.

Crossroads Systems and BDT AG Form Strategic Partnership; Global Leaders Come Together to Provide Unmatched Performance and Versatility in Storage

The VXA AutoPak 1x10 is designed with significant advantages over current 4mm autoloaders and specifically targets the replacement of DDS autoloaders.

Exabyte announces first AutoPak 1x10, 2U autoloader shipments

Autoloaders and libraries meet both needs and are important product lines for DAT, 8-millimeter and DLT products.

Market Trends In Tape Technology

Prices are reduced on Exabyte's VXA systems and Magnum Autoloaders which use LTO(TM) (Ultrium(TM)) technology, including Exabyte's newest product, the award-winning VXA-320 PacketLoader, which delivers up to 3.

Exabyte Reduces Tape Automation Prices by 20 to 25 Percent; Exabyte Continues Quest to Make Automated Backup Available for about the Same Price as a Standalone Tape Drive

With the launch of the SLR100 Autoloader, Tandberg is now offering storage automation solutions designed for users who recognize the superiority of SLR technology and have a need to automate data storage and protection," said A1 Duras, GM of Tandberg Data USA.

Tandberg Announces Its New SLR Product

For large workgroup environments, the DLT Autoloader uses up to seven cartridges to provide up to 560GB of storage at 2:1 compression.

Ours is just a little more extensive

This also requires the capability to connect an autoloader through a Fibre Channel bridge and, eventually, to have a native Fibre Channel controller in the autoloader itself.

Tape Automation For The Rest Of Us

A remote management interface enables FastStor 1 users to manage the autoloader remotely from any standard web browser.

ADIC Introduces 1U LTO Autoloader; FastStor 1 Delivers Affordable Automated Backup with Industry-leading Density

The autoloader coupled with a dedicated NT server attaches directly to the network through an Ethernet port.

ATL Enters NAS Arena with LANvault

IDC defines low-end automation as primarily autoloaders with one of the following technologies imbedded inside: VXA, DDS/DAT, DLT VS, AIT-1/2 and SLR.

VXA Alliance Grows with Additional Prominent Storage Industry Members; New Storage Industry Group Advocating VXA More Than Doubles Membership

Increasingly, tape autoloaders are a viable and growing market segment," reported Amatruda.

Exabyte's SMB-Class Tape Automation Products Become Fastest Selling in Company History

The VXA-2 PacketLoader offers Jim Jordan Photography and similar businesses with intensive data storage needs and tight budgets the industry's most reliable and affordable tape autoloader in its class -- and includes many features typically found in more expensive midrange libraries.

Jim Jordan Photography/White Cross Productions Select Exabyte for Automated Data Backup; Compatibility with Apple OS and Extreme Reliability Major Factors in Selection of Exabyte's VXA-2 PacketLoader