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3583-8105 - IBM 200/400 LTO-2 FC for 3583-L72 Library z7
- LTO-2 Tape Drive
- Fibre Channel (FC) interface
- Native Capacity: 200GB
- Compressed Capacity: 400GB
- Designed for IBM 3583-L72 Library
- High-speed data transfer
- Enterprise-grade reliability
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Product Overview
The IBM 200/400 LTO-2 FC is a tape drive designed for the IBM 3583-L72 Library. This Fibre Channel (FC) drive offers a native capacity of 200GB and a compressed capacity of 400GB per cartridge. It is suitable for high-performance data backup and archiving in enterprise environments requiring robust storage solutions.
Technical Information
| Drive Type | LTO-2 Tape Drive |
| Interface | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Native Capacity | 200 GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 400 GB |
| Form Factor | Internal Drive |
| Compatibility | IBM 3583-L72 Library |
Product Description
The IBM 200/400 LTO-2 FC, identified for use within the IBM 3583-L72 Library, is a high-performance tape drive leveraging the LTO Ultrium 2 technology. This drive features a Fibre Channel (FC) interface, which is standard in enterprise environments for its high bandwidth and reliability, enabling rapid data transfer rates essential for efficient backup and restore operations. The drive's capacity specifications indicate it supports LTO-2 media, offering a native storage capability of 200GB per tape, which can be expanded to 400GB when utilizing data compression. This specific drive model is designed as an internal component for integration into the IBM 3583-L72 tape library system. The 3583 library is a scalable tape automation solution, and the inclusion of an LTO-2 FC drive like the 200/400 ensures that the library can effectively manage and protect large volumes of data. The Fibre Channel connectivity allows for seamless integration into SAN (Storage Area Network) environments, providing centralized data protection for multiple servers and applications. For organizations requiring robust, high-capacity, and high-speed data storage for backup, archiving, and disaster recovery, the IBM 200/400 LTO-2 FC drive within the 3583-L72 Library offers a reliable and proven solution. Its adherence to the LTO-2 standard ensures compatibility with a wide range of LTO-2 media, and its enterprise-grade design makes it suitable for mission-critical data management tasks.


