IBM 12X4240 1.5TB (Native)/3TB (Compressed) LTO-5 SAS Half-Height Tape Drive for Libraries

SKU 12X4240

Brand IBM

IBM LTO-5 SAS Half-Height Tape Drive.
Native storage capacity of 1.5TB.
Compressed storage capacity of up to 3TB.
SAS interface for high-speed connectivity.
Designed for use in tape libraries.
Suitable for enterprise backup and archiving.
Supports robust data protection strategies.

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Key specifications

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Model: 12X4240
Technology: LTO-5
Interface: SAS
Form Factor: Half-Height
Native Capacity: 1.5TB
Compressed Capacity: 3TB

Product details

The IBM 12X4240 is a half-height LTO-5 SAS tape drive designed for installation in tape libraries. It offers substantial storage capacity, with 1.5TB native and up to 3TB compressed, and utilizes a SAS interface for high-speed data transfer. This drive is ideal for enterprise-level backup and archiving solutions.

Technical Information

Model	12X4240
Technology	LTO-5
Interface	SAS
Form Factor	Half-Height

Additional Specifications

Native Capacity	1.5TB
Compressed Capacity	3TB
Manufacturer	IBM

Description

The IBM 12X4240 represents a significant advancement in tape storage technology, specifically designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern data centers and enterprise environments. As an LTO-5 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 5) drive, it provides a substantial native storage capacity of 1.5 terabytes per cartridge, which can be further expanded to an impressive 3 terabytes when utilizing data compression techniques. This high capacity is crucial for consolidating backup operations and reducing the number of physical media required, thereby lowering storage costs and simplifying media management. The drive features a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, a standard for high-performance storage connectivity in enterprise settings. SAS offers superior bandwidth, reliability, and scalability compared to older interfaces, ensuring rapid data transfer rates essential for efficient backup and restore operations. The half-height form factor makes it compatible with a wide range of tape libraries and autoloaders, allowing for seamless integration into existing infrastructure or new deployments. This IBM tape drive is engineered for reliability and longevity, making it an excellent choice for mission-critical backup and long-term archiving. Its robust design ensures consistent performance even under heavy workloads. By leveraging LTO technology, organizations can achieve high data integrity, fast access times for archived data, and compliance with data retention policies, making the 12X4240 a cornerstone of a comprehensive data protection strategy.

Condition: Refurbished