IBM 35P2374 2.5TB (Native)/6.25TB (Compressed) LTO-6 Ultrium Fibre Channel Half-Height Tape Drive

Product Description

The IBM 35P2374 is a state-of-the-art LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive, engineered for demanding enterprise backup and archiving applications. This half-height internal drive delivers exceptional storage density, with a native capacity of 2.5TB that can be expanded to an impressive 6.25TB when utilizing data compression. This significant capacity makes it an ideal solution for organizations facing exponential data growth and requiring efficient, cost-effective long-term data storage. The LTO-6 technology ensures high reliability and data integrity for critical information. Featuring a Fibre Channel interface, the 35P2374 provides high-speed data throughput, enabling rapid backups and restores. This high performance is crucial for minimizing downtime and meeting strict recovery point objectives (RPOs) and recovery time objectives (RTOs). The robust Fibre Channel connection ensures stable and efficient data transfer, even in complex network environments. Its half-height form factor allows for easy integration into a wide range of tape libraries and servers, offering flexibility in deployment. This IBM tape drive represents a significant advancement in tape storage technology, offering a compelling combination of capacity, speed, and reliability. It is well-suited for environments requiring secure, long-term data retention, compliance with regulatory requirements, and efficient disaster recovery capabilities. The 35P2374 is a powerful tool for managing large data volumes and ensuring the availability of critical business information.