95P5857 - IBM 800GB/1.6TB LTO-4 FH SAS Drive for TS3100/TS3200 Tape Library

SKU 95P5857

Brand IBM

LTO-4 technology
Full-Height (FH) form factor
SAS interface
800GB native capacity per cartridge
1.6TB compressed capacity per cartridge
High-speed data transfer rates
Designed for enterprise backup and archiving solutions
Compatible with IBM 3573-L2U (TS3100) tape library

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Key specifications

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Part Number: 95P5857
Brand: IBM
Drive Type: Tape Drive
Form Factor: Full-Height
Interface: SAS
Generation: LTO-4

Product details

The IBM 95P5857 is a full-height LTO-4 SAS tape drive, offering significant storage capacity and performance for enterprise backup and archiving. It supports 800GB native capacity and up to 1.6TB compressed capacity per cartridge, with a SAS interface for high-speed data transfer.

Technical Information

Part Number	95P5857
Brand	IBM
Drive Type	Tape Drive
Form Factor	Full-Height

Additional Specifications

Interface	SAS
Generation	LTO-4
Capacity (Native)	800 GB
Capacity (Compressed)	1.6 TB

Description

The IBM 95P5857 is a robust full-height LTO-4 SAS tape drive engineered for demanding enterprise data backup and archiving requirements. It delivers substantial storage capabilities, offering a native capacity of 800GB and a compressed capacity of up to 1.6TB per LTO-4 cartridge. This makes it an efficient solution for consolidating large volumes of data and reducing the number of media required for backups. The drive utilizes a SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface, which provides high-speed data transfer and reliable connectivity essential for enterprise-level storage operations. The full-height form factor is standard for high-performance tape drives, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of tape libraries and servers. Its backward read compatibility with LTO-3 and write compatibility with LTO-3 media (at LTO-3 speeds) adds flexibility to existing LTO infrastructures. Specifically designed for integration into systems like the IBM 3573-L2U (TS3100) tape library, the 95P5857 is a key component for organizations seeking a scalable and dependable data protection strategy. It offers a strong balance of capacity, speed, and reliability, making it a suitable choice for long-term data retention and disaster recovery planning.

Condition: Refurbished