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IBM 12X4245 LTO-6 HH SAS 6Gb IBM
- LTO-6 technology
- Half-Height (HH) form factor
- SAS 6Gb interface
- Native capacity: 2.5TB
- Compressed capacity: up to 6.4TB
- Suitable for backup and archiving applications
- Manufactured by IBM
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Technology
- LTO-6
- Interface
- SAS 6Gb
- Form Factor
- Half-Height (HH)
- Native Capacity
- 2.5TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 6.4TB
- Manufacturer
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 12X4245 is a Half-Height (HH) LTO-6 SAS tape drive. It is designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving, utilizing a SAS 6Gb interface for connectivity.
Technical Information
| Technology | LTO-6 |
| Interface | SAS 6Gb |
| Form Factor | Half-Height (HH) |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.4TB |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Description
The IBM 12X4245 is a Half-Height (HH) tape drive that employs LTO-6 Ultrium technology, offering a robust solution for data backup and archival needs. This drive is equipped with a SAS 6Gb interface, ensuring high-speed data transfer rates crucial for efficient backup and restore operations in demanding IT environments. Its design focuses on providing reliable performance and significant storage capacity. With a native capacity of 2.5TB per tape cartridge, the 12X4245 can store up to 6.4TB of data when utilizing hardware compression. This makes it an economically viable option for organizations looking to manage large volumes of data while minimizing storage costs. The HH form factor allows for easy integration into various server chassis and tape libraries, particularly where space is a constraint. As an LTO-6 drive, it represents a mature and widely adopted technology standard, ensuring compatibility with a broad range of LTO-6 media and software solutions. The IBM 12X4245 is built for durability and performance, making it a dependable choice for safeguarding critical business data and ensuring long-term archival requirements are met.
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