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IBM 46X4502 800GB (Native)/ 1.6TB (Compressed) LTO-4 Ultrium Fibre Channel 4Gb/s Tape Drive for TS10...
- LTO-4 Ultrium technology
- Native Capacity: 800GB
- Compressed Capacity: 1.6TB
- Interface: Fibre Channel (4Gb/s)
- Designed for IBM TS10 storage systems
- High-speed data backup and archival
- Reliable enterprise-class tape storage solution
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Product Overview
The IBM 46X4502 is an LTO-4 Ultrium Fibre Channel Tape Drive capable of 4Gb/s transfer speeds. It offers a native capacity of 800GB and a compressed capacity of 1.6TB per tape cartridge. This drive is designed for high-capacity data backup and archival in enterprise environments, specifically for IBM TS10 storage systems.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Tape Drive |
| Technology | LTO-4 Ultrium |
| Native Capacity | 800GB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 1.6TB |
| Interface | Fibre Channel 4Gb/s |
| Compatibility | IBM TS10... |
Product Description
The IBM 46X4502 is a high-performance LTO-4 Ultrium tape drive engineered for robust data backup and archival solutions within enterprise environments. It leverages the LTO-4 standard, offering a significant native storage capacity of 800GB, which can be expanded to 1.6TB when using data compression techniques. This substantial capacity makes it ideal for consolidating large volumes of data onto fewer cartridges, reducing media costs and management overhead. The drive features a 4Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, providing high-speed connectivity essential for efficient data transfer in demanding server and storage networks. Fibre Channel offers low latency and high throughput, ensuring that backup and restore operations can be completed quickly, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency. This interface is standard in many enterprise storage area networks (SANs), ensuring broad compatibility with existing infrastructure. Specifically designed for integration with IBM TS10 storage systems, the 46X4502 ensures seamless compatibility and optimal performance within the IBM ecosystem. It represents a reliable and cost-effective solution for organizations requiring dependable long-term data storage, disaster recovery capabilities, and compliance with data retention policies. The LTO-4 technology provides a mature and proven platform for secure and efficient data management.
