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IBM 45E8991 1TB (Native)/3TB (Compressed) Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Tape Drive for 3584 (TS3500) Tape Libr...
- Type: Fibre Channel Tape Drive
- Interface: 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Native Capacity: 1TB
- Compressed Capacity: 3TB
- Designed for IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library
- High-speed data backup and archiving.
- Supports enterprise-level data protection.
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Key specifications
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- 4Gb/s Fibre Channel
- Native Capacity
- 1TB
- Compressed Capacity
- 3TB
- Compatibility
- IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library
- Brand
- IBM
- Model
- 45E8991
Product details
The IBM 45E8991 is a Fibre Channel Tape Drive designed for use with IBM's 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library. It offers high-capacity data storage with both native and compressed capacities, utilizing a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface for high-speed data transfer.
Technical Information
| Interface | 4Gb/s Fibre Channel |
| Native Capacity | 1TB |
| Compressed Capacity | 3TB |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library |
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | 45E8991 |
Description
The IBM 45E8991 is a high-performance tape drive specifically engineered to integrate seamlessly into the IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library system. It utilizes a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, providing the high bandwidth necessary for efficient and rapid data backup and archival operations in demanding enterprise environments. This tape drive offers significant storage capacity, with a native capacity of 1TB and the ability to achieve up to 3TB when employing data compression techniques. This dual capacity offering allows organizations to manage large volumes of data effectively, reducing the number of tapes required and lowering overall storage costs. As a component of the TS3500 Tape Library, the 45E8991 is designed for reliability and scalability, supporting critical data protection strategies for businesses that require robust, long-term data retention solutions. Its Fibre Channel connectivity ensures high throughput, minimizing backup windows and maximizing data availability.
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