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IBM 3573-8348 2.5TB (Native)/6.25TB (Compressed) LTO-6 Ultrium Fibre Channel Half-Height Tape Drive
- LTO-6 Ultrium technology
- 2.5TB native capacity / 6.25TB compressed capacity
- 8Gb/s Fibre Channel interface
- Half-Height form factor
- Supports WORM (Write Once, Read Many)
- Backward read compatibility with LTO-5 and LTO-4 media
- High-speed data transfer for efficient backups
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Product Overview
The IBM 3573-8348 is a half-height LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive featuring a Fibre Channel interface. It provides substantial native and compressed storage capacities, making it ideal for backup and archiving in environments requiring high-speed data transfer. This drive is designed for integration into various IBM tape systems.
Technical Information
| Capacity (Native) | 2.5TB |
| Capacity (Compressed) | 6.25TB |
| Interface | 8Gb/s Fibre Channel |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Half-Height |
| Media Type | LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Drive Type | Tape Drive |
Product Description
The IBM 3573-8348 is a high-performance, half-height tape drive engineered to meet the demanding storage needs of modern businesses. Utilizing the LTO-6 Ultrium standard, it delivers an impressive native capacity of 2.5 terabytes, which can be expanded to 6.25 terabytes when using data compression. This makes it an excellent choice for comprehensive backup and long-term archiving strategies, ensuring that large volumes of data can be stored efficiently and cost-effectively. The drive is equipped with an 8Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, providing the high bandwidth necessary for rapid data transfer. This interface is crucial for minimizing backup times and ensuring that data can be restored quickly in the event of a system failure or data loss. The half-height form factor allows for flexible deployment in various tape library configurations, including those with limited space. Key features of the IBM 3573-8348 include support for WORM (Write Once, Read Many) media, which is essential for regulatory compliance and data immutability. It also offers backward read compatibility with LTO-5 and LTO-4 media, protecting investments in existing tape cartridges. Advanced encryption capabilities can be employed to secure sensitive data during storage and transit.
