Quantum Unveils Data Tape Technology for IT-Based Broadcast and Professional Video Environments

Quantum Unveils Data Tape Technology for IT-Based Broadcast and Professional Video Environments

Preview Demonstration of SDLT 600A with DLTxchange(TM) Shows MXF Interoperability, Flexible Deployment and Archive Security

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 19 /PRNewswire/ -- Quantum Corp. (NYSE:DSS), a global leader in storage, today unveiled a technology preview of a new data tape drive and media -- SDLT 600A and Super DLTtape(TM) IIA, respectively -- specifically developed to meet the distinctive requirements of broadcast and professional video IT-based workflows.

SDLT 600A drives with DLTxchange are enhanced versions of Quantum's long-established and well-accepted DLT(R) Technology. Based upon DLT Technology's highly successful data storage track record among Fortune 500 companies, the new SDLT 600A delivers backup, sharing and archiving of High Definition (HD), Standard Definition (SD) and other data assets on cost-effective, durable data tape.

Further enhancements are delivered with Quantum's DLTxchange technology which makes these drives "MXF aware"(1). DLTxchange provides fast access to MXF metadata and enables retrieval of sub-clips by timecode. The network connectivity provided by SDLT 600A in combination with the MXF enhancements of DLTxchange makes the drive highly interoperable and enables the exchange of HD and SD video assets among professional video applications and systems.

"Quantum understands the need for a data tape storage solution which is well suited to meet the requirements of the professional video industry," said Phil Ritti, VP & general manager of Quantum's Storage Media Business Unit. "The SDLT 600A with DLTxchange technology delivers interoperability with MXF and offers the capacity and performance needed for HD while affording seamless compatibility to support today's IT-based workflows."

SDLT 600A with DLTxchange technology is:

-- Easy to Deploy: The SDLT 600A drive is network-attached using a Gigabit Ethernet interface and built-in FTP server, making it readily visible throughout a network. The drive can be used in a stand-alone configuration or integrated into the full range of small-to-large automated tape libraries.

-- Flexible: The SDLT 600A drive incorporates a directly accessible file system, making any cartridge readable anywhere, anytime. This allows Super DLTtape IIA cartridges to be freely moved between libraries, stand-alone drives and even video facilities.

-- Secure: Super DLTtape IIA cartridges have an expected 30-year archive life to ensure the longevity of important business assets.

-- High Performing: At a native transfer rate of 36 MB/s, SDLT 600A tape drives transfer video assets many times faster than real-time, even in HD. At a native capacity of 300 GB per tape, a single tape can accommodate over six hours of 100 Mb/s HD content.

-- Cost-Effective: Built on Quantum's industry-leading DLT platform, the SDLT 600A data tape drives benefit from significant economies of scale. The SDLT 600A is lower in cost than professional video tape recorders (VTRs) and is highly reliable.

SDLT 600A with DLTxchange technology will be previewed at NAB 2005 in the following booths:

-- Fujinon/Fujifilm Inc. SU6370 -- Masstech Group Inc. SU10236 -- Snell & Wilcox Ltd. SU6349

About Quantum

Quantum Corp., a global leader in storage, delivers highly reliable backup, recovery and archive solutions that meet demanding requirements for data integrity and availability with superior price/performance and comprehensive service and support. Quantum offers customers of all sizes an unparalleled range of solutions, from leading tape drive and media technologies, autoloaders and libraries to disk-based backup systems. Quantum is the world's largest volume supplier of both tape drives and tape automation and has pioneered the development of disk-based systems optimized for backup and recovery. Quantum Corp., 1650 Technology Drive, Suite 800, San Jose, CA 95110, 408-944-4000, www.quantum.com.

Note to Editors: For more information about SDLT 600A with DLTxchange please visit www.quantum.com/DLTxchange.

NOTE: Quantum, the Quantum logo, DLT and DLTtape are registered trademarks of Quantum Corporation. DLTxchange, SDLT and Super DLTtape are trademarks of Quantum Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

"Safe Harbor" Statement under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995: This press release contains "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Specifically, without limitation, statements relating to 1.) future features of SDLT 600A tape drives with DLTxchange Technology and Super DLTtape IIA cartridges, 2.) benefits to customers using such products, and 3.) availability of such products are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Safe Harbor. These statements are based on management's current expectations and are subject to certain risks and uncertainties. As a result, actual results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained herein. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described herein include, but are not limited to, operational difficulties, our ability to successfully execute to our product roadmaps and timely ship our products, unforeseen technological limitations, potential future changes in Quantum's business strategy and unanticipated changes in customers' needs or requirements. More detailed information about these risk factors, and additional risk factors, are set forth in Quantum's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, but not limited to, those risks and uncertainties listed in the section entitled "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations -- Risk Factors," on pages 38 to 49 in Quantum's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 2, 2005 and pages 38 to 49 in Quantum's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 14, 2004; and those described in any subsequently filed reports. Such reports contain and identify important factors that could cause actual events and results to differ materially from those contained in our projections or forward-looking statement. Quantum expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

(1) MXF (Material Exchange Format) is an industry standard for

professional digital video and audio media.

Source: Quantum Corp.

CONTACT: Julie Quattro, Public Relations, of Quantum Corp., +1-408-944-4076, or julie.quattro@quantum.com

Web site: http://www.quantum.com/

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