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IBM 45E8555 1TB (Native)/3TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Tape Drive for 3584 (TS3500) Tape Libr...
- Technology: LTO-4 (assumed based on capacity and FC speed)
- Interface: Fibre Channel (4Gb/s)
- Native Capacity: 1TB
- Compressed Capacity: 3TB
- Designed for IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library
- Enterprise-grade backup and archival.
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Product Overview
The IBM 45E8555 is a Fibre Channel tape drive designed for the IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library. It offers 4Gb/s connectivity and a high storage capacity of 1TB native / 3TB compressed.
Technical Information
| Native Capacity | 1TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 3TB |
| Interface | Fibre Channel 4Gb/s |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Internal (for TS3500) |
| Compatibility | IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library |
Product Description
The IBM 45E8555 is a high-capacity Fibre Channel tape drive engineered for integration into the IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library. This drive provides robust performance with a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, ensuring rapid data transfer rates essential for enterprise backup and archival operations. Its substantial native capacity of 1TB, expandable to 3TB with compression, makes it suitable for storing vast amounts of data efficiently. This drive leverages advanced LTO technology (likely LTO-4 given the specifications) to deliver reliable data storage and retrieval. The Fibre Channel connectivity offers high bandwidth and low latency, enabling seamless integration into complex storage area networks (SANs). The drive is optimized for high-volume data protection and long-term retention requirements. As a component of the IBM TS3500 Tape Library, the 45E8555 drive contributes to a scalable and automated storage solution. It is designed to meet the stringent demands of enterprise data centers, providing a secure, cost-effective, and dependable method for safeguarding critical business information, ensuring business continuity, and meeting compliance mandates.
