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IBM 39U3428 2.5TB (Native)/6.25TB (Compressed) LTO-6 Ultrium SAS Half-Height Tape Drive
- LTO-6 Ultrium technology for high performance and capacity.
- SAS interface for robust connectivity.
- Half-Height form factor for space efficiency.
- Native capacity of 2.5TB.
- Compressed capacity of 6.25TB.
- Designed for enterprise-level data protection and archiving.
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Key specifications
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- Tape Drive
- Interface
- SAS
- Form Factor
- Half-Height
- Generation
- LTO-6 Ultrium
- Native Capacity
- 2.5TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 6.25TB
Product details
The IBM 39U3428 is a Half-Height SAS Tape Drive designed for reliable data backup and archiving. It offers significant storage capacity, supporting both native and compressed data volumes, making it suitable for enterprise environments.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Interface | SAS |
| Form Factor | Half-Height |
Additional Specifications
| Generation | LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25TB |
Description
The IBM 39U3428 LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive represents a significant advancement in tape storage technology, offering enhanced performance and capacity for modern data protection needs. Its SAS interface ensures reliable and high-speed data transfer, crucial for efficient backup and restore operations in demanding enterprise environments. The half-height form factor allows for easy integration into various server and storage chassis, optimizing space utilization. Leveraging the LTO-6 standard, this drive provides a substantial native storage capacity of 2.5 terabytes, which can be expanded to an impressive 6.25 terabytes when using hardware compression. This dual-capacity capability makes it an economical and efficient solution for long-term archiving and large-scale data backups. The drive is engineered for reliability and durability, ensuring data integrity over extended periods. Ideal for organizations requiring robust data security and compliance, the IBM 39U3428 is a cost-effective solution for managing growing data volumes. Its backward compatibility with previous LTO generations further enhances its value, allowing for seamless integration with existing tape libraries and media. This drive is a testament to IBM's commitment to providing high-performance, scalable, and reliable storage solutions.
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