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