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IBM 23R6453 400GB (Native)/800GB (Compressed) LTO-3 Ultra160 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
- Interface: Ultra160 LVD SCSI
- Technology: LTO-3 Ultrium
- Native Capacity: 400 GB
- Compressed Capacity: 800 GB
- Form Factor: External
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 40 MB/s native
- Features: WORM (Write Once, Read Many) support
- Manufacturer: IBM
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- SKU
- 23R6453
- Manufacturer
- IBM
- Interface Type
- Ultra160 LVD SCSI
- Tape Technology
- LTO-3 Ultrium
- Native Capacity
- 400 GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 800 GB
Product details
The IBM 23R6453 is an external LTO-3 Ultra160 SCSI LVD tape drive, offering a substantial native capacity of 400GB and a compressed capacity of 800GB. It is designed for high-performance data backup and archiving in enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| SKU | 23R6453 |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Interface Type | Ultra160 LVD SCSI |
| Tape Technology | LTO-3 Ultrium |
Additional Specifications
| Native Capacity | 400 GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 800 GB |
| Form Factor | External |
Description
The IBM 23R6453 is a high-performance external tape drive based on the LTO-3 Ultrium standard. LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology is a leading open-standard format for tape storage, known for its scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. The LTO-3 generation significantly boosted capacity and performance compared to its predecessors, making it a robust solution for enterprise data backup, archiving, and disaster recovery. This drive features an Ultra160 LVD (Low Voltage Differential) SCSI interface, which provides a high-bandwidth and reliable connection to servers and workstations. The native capacity of 400 GB, expandable to 800 GB with compression (assuming a 2:1 ratio), allows for efficient handling of large datasets, reducing the number of tapes required and lowering media costs. The native data transfer rate of up to 40 MB/s ensures that backup windows are minimized, a critical factor in busy IT environments. As an external unit, the 23R6453 offers flexibility in deployment, connecting easily to systems without requiring internal drive bays. LTO-3 technology also introduced enhanced features such as improved encryption capabilities and support for WORM (Write Once, Read Many) media, which is essential for regulatory compliance and data security. IBM's implementation of this technology ensures high reliability and data integrity for long-term storage needs.
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