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IBM 23R5919 400GB (Native)/800GB (Compressed) LTO-3 Ultra160 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
- LTO-3 technology
- Native capacity: 400GB
- Compressed capacity: 800GB
- Interface: Ultra160 SCSI LVD
- External form factor
- High-speed data backup and archiving
- Reliable media for long-term storage
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Product Overview
The IBM 23R5919 is an external LTO-3 tape drive capable of 400GB native storage (800GB compressed). It utilizes an Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface for high-speed data transfer, designed for backup and archiving.
Technical Information
| Model | 23R5919 |
| Technology | LTO-3 |
| Native Capacity | 400GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 800GB |
| Interface | Ultra160 SCSI LVD |
| Form Factor | External Tape Drive |
Product Description
The IBM 23R5919 is an external tape drive that leverages the LTO-3 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 3) technology to provide robust data backup and archiving capabilities. This drive offers a native storage capacity of 400GB per tape cartridge, which can be expanded to 800GB when using hardware data compression. This makes it an efficient solution for consolidating large amounts of data onto a single medium, reducing storage costs and management overhead. Connectivity is achieved through an Ultra160 SCSI LVD (Low Voltage Differential) interface. This high-performance interface ensures rapid data transfer rates, which are critical for completing backup jobs quickly and minimizing the impact on production systems. The LVD SCSI standard provides enhanced signal integrity and longer cable lengths compared to earlier SCSI versions, contributing to the drive's reliability. Designed as an external unit, the IBM 23R5919 can be easily connected to servers or workstations via its SCSI interface. Its primary use case is for reliable, long-term data archiving and disaster recovery. The LTO-3 standard is known for its durability and the longevity of its media, making it a trusted choice for safeguarding critical business data. This tape drive is an excellent option for organizations that require a dependable and high-capacity solution for their backup and archival needs.
