IBM TS1060 2.5TB (Native)/6.25TB (Compressed) LTO-6 Fibre Channel 8Gb/s Tape Drive for 3584 (TS3500)...

SKU TS1060

Brand IBM

Native Capacity: 2.5TB
Compressed Capacity: 6.25TB
Technology: LTO-6 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 6)
Interface: Fibre Channel (8Gb/s)
Form Factor: Half-Height (HH)
Designed for IBM 3584 (TS3500) Tape Library
High-speed data transfer for backup and archive
Backward compatibility with LTO-5 (read/write) and LTO-4 (read)

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Key specifications

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Capacity (Native): 2.5TB
Capacity (Compressed): 6.25TB
Tape Technology: LTO-6
Interface: 8Gb/s Fibre Channel
Form Factor: Half-Height
Host Compatibility: IBM 3584 (TS3500)

Product details

The IBM TS1060 is an LTO-6 Fibre Channel tape drive offering a native capacity of 2.5TB and a compressed capacity of 6.25TB per cartridge. With an 8Gb/s Fibre Channel interface, it provides high-speed data transfer rates suitable for enterprise backup and archival solutions, specifically designed for integration with IBM's 3584 tape library (TS3500).

Technical Information

Capacity (Native)	2.5TB
Capacity (Compressed)	6.25TB
Tape Technology	LTO-6
Interface	8Gb/s Fibre Channel

Additional Specifications

Form Factor	Half-Height
Host Compatibility	IBM 3584 (TS3500)
Data Transfer Rate (Native)	Up to 160 MB/s
Data Transfer Rate (Compressed)	Up to 400 MB/s

Description

The IBM TS1060 tape drive represents a significant advancement in data storage and archival technology, leveraging the LTO-6 standard to provide substantial capacity and performance. Its native 2.5TB storage capability, expandable to 6.25TB with standard compression, makes it an efficient solution for managing large volumes of data, whether for daily backups or long-term archival purposes. The drive's integration with the IBM 3584 tape library (TS3500) ensures seamless deployment within existing enterprise infrastructure. The 8Gb/s Fibre Channel interface is a key feature, enabling high-speed data throughput essential for modern data centers. This interface minimizes backup windows and accelerates data retrieval, crucial for business continuity and disaster recovery strategies. The TS1060 also maintains backward compatibility, allowing it to read and write LTO-5 media and read LTO-4 media, providing flexibility and protecting existing media investments. Designed for reliability and performance, the TS1060 is built to withstand the rigors of continuous operation in demanding environments. Its robust design and adherence to LTO specifications ensure data integrity and longevity, making it a trusted choice for organizations requiring secure, scalable, and cost-effective data protection solutions. The drive's efficiency in capacity and speed contributes to lower total cost of ownership for data storage.

Condition: Refurbished