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KANO INTROS FIRST 200-DISC, RACK-MOUNTABLE DVD+RW LIBRARY

Kano Technologies has introduced the first 200-disc, rack-mountable, DVD+RW library. The Kano X-Finiti Model RW200 features two-to-four Kano DVD+RW drives mounted in an exclusive BA-200 library system from Kubota Comps Corporation of Japan, a leading manufacturer of optical-storage libraries.

The X-Finiti brings DVD+ formats to the network storage environment. With current single-sided media, the X-Finiti's 200-disc configuration provides 940GB of data storage. However, its industrial-grade, robotic disc-changer-and-flipping mechanism is also compatible with future double-sided DVD+RW media, which will increase its capacity to 2TB.

The X-Finiti 200-disc libraries are scalable and, with a rack-mountable 7U chassis and SCSI-2 interface, up to three libraries can be daisy chained together. The X-Finiti will be available in June with a starting price of $8900

"DVD+ formats are rapidly becoming the de facto industry standard," said Richard Young, president of Kano Technologies. "The two largest PC manufacturers now include a DVD+RW/R drive in several models of their PCs. Near-line network storage and data backup on media that can be read on these desktops will soon be a must."

"We chose Kubota Comps to develop the library system for the X-Finiti because they've been building large-capacity library systems for more than 10 years and have demonstrated their engineering expertise in obtaining 24/7 reliability," Young added. "We wanted the best library system in the industry."

"We worked with Kano to develop a model of our BA-200 Library specifically for the X-Finiti drive," said Kaz Matsushita, manager of Kubota's Information Systems Division. "Kano's focus on delivering state-of-the-art DVD+RW/R system solutions is an excellent match for our BA-200 Library."

All Kano products feature exclusive, custom-designed industrial enclosures that minimize vibrations and dust infiltration. Each chassis has high-volume, low-noise fan ventilation, specially engineered to maintain the optimum operating temperature for maximum drive life and dependability. All enclosures are CE-certified and UL-approved.

Kano products are available from Kano solution providers. Local providers may be contacted through a listing at www.kanotechnologies.com.