IBM 96P1282 400GB (Native)/800GB (Compressed) LTO-3 Ultra160 SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
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Key specifications
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- LTO-3 Ultrium
- Native Capacity
- 400GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 800GB
- Interface
- Ultra160 SCSI LVD
- Form Factor
- External
- Manufacturer
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 96P1282 is an external LTO-3 Ultrium tape drive with a 400GB native and 800GB compressed storage capacity. It utilizes an Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface for efficient data backup and archiving.
Specifications
- Technology
- LTO-3 Ultrium
- Native Capacity
- 400GB
- Compressed Capacity
- 800GB
- Interface
- Ultra160 SCSI LVD
- Form Factor
- External
- Manufacturer
- IBM
- Part Number
- 96P1282
Description
The IBM 96P1282 external tape drive is a high-capacity storage solution designed for reliable data backup and archiving. It adheres to the LTO-3 Ultrium standard, offering a native storage capacity of 400GB per tape cartridge. With the implementation of hardware compression, this capacity can be effectively doubled to 800GB, providing significant cost savings and efficiency for data storage needs. This drive features an Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface, which is a high-performance connection standard commonly found in enterprise server environments. The SCSI interface ensures robust data transfer capabilities and reliability, while the LVD signaling enhances signal integrity and allows for greater flexibility in system configuration. The external form factor makes it easy to install and manage within existing IT infrastructure. IBM's LTO-3 tape drives are recognized for their durability and performance in demanding backup and archival scenarios. The 96P1282 is built to provide consistent and dependable operation, ensuring that critical data is safely stored and readily available when needed. Its compatibility with LTO-2 for reading and LTO-4 for writing (at LTO-3 speeds) offers a degree of flexibility for organizations managing diverse tape libraries.
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