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3588-F4A - IBM TS1040 LTO Ultrium 4 800GB (Native)/1.6TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel Internal Tape Dr...
- LTO Ultrium 4 technology
- 800GB native / 1.6TB compressed capacity per cartridge
- Fibre Channel interface for high-speed data transfer
- Internal form factor for server integration
- Backward read compatibility with LTO-3 media
- Forward read compatibility with LTO-5 media
- Supports native data transfer rates up to 120MB/sec
- Ideal for enterprise backup and archiving solutions
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Product Overview
The IBM TS1040 LTO Ultrium 4 tape drive (model 3588-F4A) is an internal storage solution designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving. It features a Fibre Channel interface for high-speed connectivity and offers significant native and compressed storage capabilities.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Interface | Fibre Channel |
| Capacity (Native) | 800 GB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 1.6 TB |
Additional Specifications
| Generation | LTO-4 |
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Model | 3588-F4A |
Product Description
The IBM TS1040, model 3588-F4A, is an internal LTO Ultrium 4 tape drive engineered to provide robust and high-capacity data storage for enterprise environments. This drive is optimized for reliable backup, archiving, and disaster recovery operations, offering significant storage potential per tape cartridge. The Fibre Channel interface ensures high-speed data transfer, making it suitable for demanding IT infrastructures where performance and efficiency are paramount. With a native capacity of 800GB and a compressed capacity of 1.6TB per LTO-4 tape, the TS1040 drive allows for efficient storage of large datasets, reducing the number of tapes needed and simplifying media management. This drive also offers backward read compatibility with LTO-3 media, ensuring access to existing data archives. Its forward read compatibility with LTO-5 media provides a degree of future-proofing for data migration and access. The internal form factor of the IBM 3588-F4A TS1040 allows for seamless integration into servers, providing a dedicated and high-performance storage solution. It supports native data transfer rates of up to 120MB/sec, contributing to shorter backup windows and faster data retrieval. The TS1040 is a reliable choice for organizations seeking a dependable and scalable tape storage solution for their critical data.
