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IBM 95Y8021 LTO3 External Tape Drive 46X5663
- LTO-3 technology
- External tape drive form factor
- Provides backup and archiving capabilities
- Native capacity: 400GB
- Compressed capacity: up to 800GB
- Interface type: SCSI LVD (likely, based on LTO-3 standards)
- Associated part number: 46X5663
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Key specifications
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- LTO-3
- Form Factor
- External
- Native Capacity
- 400GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 800GB
- Interface
- SCSI LVD (assumed)
- Associated Part Number
- 46X5663
Product details
The IBM 95Y8021 is an external LTO-3 tape drive, also identified by part number 46X5663. It provides a solution for backup and archiving using LTO-3 technology.
Technical Information
| Technology | LTO-3 |
| Form Factor | External |
| Native Capacity | 400GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 800GB |
Additional Specifications
| Interface | SCSI LVD (assumed) |
| Associated Part Number | 46X5663 |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Description
The IBM 95Y8021 is an external tape drive that utilizes LTO-3 Ultrium technology, offering a reliable solution for data backup and archiving. This drive is designed to provide a cost-effective method for storing and protecting significant amounts of data, with a native capacity of 400GB per cartridge, expandable to 800GB with compression. Its external form factor allows for easy connection to servers that may not have internal drive bays available or for environments where portability or simple addition of backup capability is desired. This drive is often associated with the part number 46X5663, indicating a specific product configuration or SKU within IBM's lineup. LTO-3 technology, while older, still offers a robust and stable platform for long-term data retention. The interface is typically SCSI LVD (Low Voltage Differential), a common standard for tape drives of this era, ensuring broad compatibility with many server systems. For businesses requiring a dependable solution for backing up critical data or archiving historical information, the IBM 95Y8021 provides a straightforward and effective option. It represents a solid choice for environments that have not yet migrated to the latest LTO generations but still need reliable tape storage capabilities.
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