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IBM 8-00171-01 LTO-2 SCSI HVD Full-Height Loader Tape Drive
- LTO-2 (Ultrium 2) technology
- SCSI HVD (High Voltage Differential) interface
- Full-Height form factor
- Designed for enterprise data backup and archiving
- High data transfer rates for efficient backups
- Reliable and durable for continuous operation
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Product Overview
This IBM 8-00171-01 is a full-height, SCSI HVD LTO-2 tape drive, designed for high-capacity data backup and archiving. It offers robust performance and reliability for enterprise-level storage needs.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 8-00171-01 |
| Brand | IBM |
| Drive Type | LTO-2 Tape Drive |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI HVD |
| Form Factor | Full-Height |
Product Description
The IBM 8-00171-01 represents a significant advancement in tape storage technology, specifically the LTO-2 (Linear Tape-Open 2) generation. This full-height drive is engineered for environments that demand high-capacity data backup and long-term archiving solutions. Its robust design ensures reliability, making it a cornerstone for critical data protection strategies in enterprise settings. Featuring a SCSI HVD (High Voltage Differential) interface, this tape drive offers superior signal integrity and noise immunity, which are crucial for stable data transfer over longer cable lengths and in electrically noisy environments. This interface choice underscores its suitability for demanding server room conditions where performance and reliability are paramount. The LTO-2 technology itself provides a substantial native storage capacity and transfer rate, enabling efficient handling of large datasets. As a full-height drive, the 8-00171-01 is designed to be installed in standard server chassis or tape libraries that accommodate this form factor. Its primary function is to provide a secure, cost-effective, and scalable method for backing up critical business data, ensuring business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities. The LTO standard is known for its backward compatibility, allowing for reading of LTO-1 tapes, further enhancing its utility within existing infrastructure.
