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46X5689 - IBM 1.5TB / 3TB LTO-5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive
- IBM LTO-5 SAS HH Internal Tape Drive
- Native Capacity: 1.5 TB
- Compressed Capacity: 3.0 TB
- Interface: SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- Form Factor: Half-Height (HH)
- Designed for server environments
- Suitable for backup and archiving
- Part Number: 46X5689
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Product Overview
The IBM 46X5689 is an internal SAS HH (Half-Height) tape drive with a native capacity of 1.5TB and a compressed capacity of 3TB. This LTO-5 drive is designed for high-density data backup and archiving in server environments, offering reliable performance and efficient storage utilization.
Technical Information
| Product Type | Internal Tape Drive |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
| Tape Technology | LTO-5 |
| Native Capacity | 1.5 TB |
Additional Specifications
| Compressed Capacity | 3.0 TB |
| Interface | SAS |
| Form Factor | Half-Height (HH) |
| Part Number | 46X5689 |
Product Description
The IBM 46X5689 is a high-performance internal tape drive that leverages the capabilities of the LTO-5 (Linear Tape-Open Generation 5) technology. This drive is specifically designed for server environments where reliable and high-capacity data backup and archival are critical. The SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) interface ensures robust connectivity and high data transfer rates, making it suitable for demanding enterprise workloads. Its Half-Height (HH) form factor allows it to be easily installed in standard server chassis, optimizing space utilization. With a native storage capacity of 1.5 Terabytes (TB), the 46X5689 can store vast amounts of data on a single cartridge. When combined with LTO's built-in compression capabilities, this capacity can be effectively doubled to 3.0TB. This significant storage density reduces the number of tapes required for backup operations, leading to lower media costs and simplified media management. The drive's performance is optimized for sequential data transfer, making it highly efficient for large backup jobs and long-term archiving. As an LTO-5 drive, it offers backward compatibility, allowing it to read LTO-4 and LTO-3 tapes, and write to LTO-5 tapes. This ensures that existing media investments can still be accessed. The IBM 46X5689 is built for reliability and endurance, essential qualities for data storage solutions that need to protect critical business information over extended periods. It is an ideal choice for organizations seeking a powerful, scalable, and cost-effective tape backup solution.
