45E1025 - IBM 800GB / 1600GB LTO-4 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive

SKU 45E1025

Brand IBM

Native Capacity: 800GB
Compressed Capacity: 1600GB
Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
Form Factor: Half-Height (HH)
Technology: LTO-4
Data Transfer Rate (Native): Up to 120 MB/s
Data Transfer Rate (Compressed): Up to 240 MB/s
Enhanced security features with AES-128 encryption

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Key specifications

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Native Capacity: 800 GB
Compressed Capacity: 1600 GB
Interface: SAS
Form Factor: Half-Height (HH)
Technology Generation: LTO-4
Data Transfer Rate (Native): 120 MB/s

Product details

The IBM 45E1025 is an LTO-4 SAS HH internal tape drive, offering a native capacity of 800GB and a compressed capacity of 1600GB. This half-height drive is designed for high-performance data backup and archiving in demanding IT environments.

Technical Information

Native Capacity	800 GB
Compressed Capacity	1600 GB
Interface	SAS
Form Factor	Half-Height (HH)

Additional Specifications

Technology Generation	LTO-4
Data Transfer Rate (Native)	120 MB/s
Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)	240 MB/s
Encryption	AES-128

Description

The IBM 45E1025 is a high-capacity, high-performance internal tape drive built upon the LTO-4 technology standard. It delivers substantial storage capabilities, with a native capacity of 800GB that can be compressed to 1.6TB per cartridge, making it an efficient solution for large-scale data backup and disaster recovery operations. The drive's SAS interface ensures robust and high-speed data transfer, essential for minimizing backup windows and improving operational efficiency. This half-height drive is designed for seamless integration into a wide range of server environments. Its LTO-4 generation brings enhanced features over previous generations, including improved reliability and performance. A key advancement in LTO-4 is the native support for AES-128 encryption, providing a strong layer of data security for sensitive information without significantly impacting performance, which is critical for compliance and data protection. Organizations looking for a reliable, scalable, and secure tape storage solution will find the IBM 45E1025 to be a compelling option. It offers a balance of capacity, speed, and security, supporting the growing data needs of businesses while adhering to industry-standard LTO specifications. The drive's backward read compatibility with LTO-3 and write compatibility with LTO-3 media further enhances its value and flexibility in existing tape libraries.

Condition: Refurbished