49Y9907 - IBM 3628-L5X 1.5/3.0TB ULTRIUM LTO-5 Dual SAS External Tape Drive

SKU 3628-L5X

Brand IBM

LTO-5 technology for 1.5TB native / 3.0TB compressed capacity
Dual SAS interface for high-speed data transfer
External form factor for easy integration
Backward read compatibility with LTO-4 and LTO-3 media
Forward read compatibility with LTO-6 media
Supports data transfer rates up to 140MB/sec native
Designed for enterprise-level backup and disaster recovery
Includes necessary cables and power supply for external operation

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Key specifications

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Product Type: Tape Drive
Interface: Dual SAS
Capacity (Native): 1.5 TB
Capacity (Compressed): 3.0 TB
Generation: LTO-5
Form Factor: External

Product details

The IBM 3628-L5X, identified by SKU 49Y9907, is an external LTO-5 tape drive offering substantial storage capacity for backup and archiving. It features a Dual SAS interface for high-speed connectivity and supports both native and compressed data storage.

Technical Information

Product Type	Tape Drive
Interface	Dual SAS
Capacity (Native)	1.5 TB
Capacity (Compressed)	3.0 TB

Additional Specifications

Generation	LTO-5
Form Factor	External
Part Number	49Y9907

Description

The IBM 3628-L5X, also known by its part number 49Y9907, is a high-performance external tape drive built upon the LTO-5 standard. This drive is engineered to meet the demanding backup and archiving requirements of modern data centers, offering a significant leap in storage capacity and data transfer speeds. The dual SAS interface ensures robust and high-throughput connectivity, making it suitable for environments where rapid data backup and retrieval are critical. With a native capacity of 1.5TB and a compressed capacity of 3.0TB per cartridge, the 3628-L5X provides ample space for large datasets, reducing the number of tapes required and simplifying media management. This drive also boasts backward read compatibility with LTO-4 and LTO-3 media, ensuring that existing data archives remain accessible. Its forward read compatibility with LTO-6 media offers a pathway for future upgrades and data migration. The external form factor of the IBM 3628-L5X facilitates easy installation and integration into existing server racks or standalone configurations. It is designed for reliability and efficiency, supporting native data transfer rates of up to 140MB/sec. This makes it an ideal solution for enterprise backup, disaster recovery planning, and long-term data retention, ensuring business continuity and data security.

Condition: Refurbished