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IBM 46C2857 46c2857 lto6 hh sas tape drive 2.5/6.4tb Internal
- LTO-6 Ultrium technology
- Native Capacity: 2.5TB
- Compressed Capacity: Up to 6.4TB
- Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- Form Factor: Internal Half-Height (HH)
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 300 MB/s native, 750 MB/s compressed
- Supports WORM (Write Once, Read Many) and encryption
- Designed for enterprise backup and archiving
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Product Overview
The IBM 46C2857 is an LTO-6 Ultrium 6.4TB HH SAS internal tape drive. This drive offers a high storage capacity, with a native capacity of 2.5TB and a compressed capacity of up to 6.4TB per cartridge. It is designed for enterprise-level backup and archiving, providing reliable and scalable data protection solutions.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | 46C2857 |
| Capacity (Native) | 2.5TB |
Additional Specifications
| Capacity (Compressed) | 6.4TB |
| Interface | SAS |
| Form Factor | Internal HH |
| Generation | LTO-6 |
Product Description
The IBM 46C2857 is an LTO-6 Ultrium tape drive engineered for high-capacity data storage and reliable long-term archiving. This internal Half-Height (HH) SAS drive delivers exceptional performance, with a native data transfer rate of up to 300 MB/s and a compressed rate of up to 750 MB/s. Its ability to store up to 2.5TB natively and 6.4TB when compressed on a single LTO-6 cartridge makes it an efficient solution for managing large volumes of data. Designed for enterprise environments, the 46C2857 supports critical features such as WORM (Write Once, Read Many) functionality, which prevents data from being altered or deleted after writing, ensuring data integrity and compliance. It also includes hardware encryption capabilities, safeguarding sensitive data against unauthorized access. The SAS interface ensures robust connectivity and high throughput, essential for minimizing backup windows and ensuring quick data recovery. This IBM tape drive is a crucial component for organizations requiring dependable backup and archival solutions. Its Half-Height form factor allows for easy integration into various server configurations. The 46C2857 provides a scalable, cost-effective, and secure method for protecting valuable business data, meeting the demands of modern data protection strategies.
