IBM TS3100/TS3200 LTO6 Fibre HH Tape Drive Part #: 35P1982 / 35P1897
- Brand: IBM
- Part #: 35P1982
- Alt. Part #: 35P1897
- Specs:-
- :: Tape Format: Lto Ultrium-6
- :: Native Capacity: 2.5TB
- :: Compressed Drive Capacity: 6.25TB
- :: Native Data Transfer Rate: 160 Mbps
- :: Compressed Data Transfer Rate: 400 Mbps
- :: Form Factor: 1/2h
- :: Buffer: 512 MB
- :: Interface Type: Fibre Channel (FC 8Gb)
- :: Enclosure Type: Internal
- :: Recording Formats: Lto Ultrium 4 (read) / Lto Ultrium 5 (read/write) / Lto Ultrium 6 (read/write)
- :: OS Compatibility: IBM AIX / IBM i / IBM Linux / Microsoft Windows / Red Hat Linux / SUSE Linux / VMware
- :: Condition: Refurbished
- :: Compatibility: Select Enterprise Systems*
- :: MPN: 35P1982
- Warranty: 1 (one) year Tekmart Africa Warranty
- INST: 030524006
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Key points to note on these 35P1982 IBM TS3100/TS3200 LTO6 Fibre HH Tape Drives:-
The IBM TS3100 Tape Library Model L2U (3573-L2U) integrates LTO Ultrium 8 half-high 8 Gb Fibre Channel and 6 Gb SAS drives, offering up to 300 MB/sec transfer rates. It can house one full-high or two half-high tape drives, providing efficient backup storage in a 2U unit. Designed for entry-level, unattended backup, it supports up to 288 TB native capacity and features remote management.
Security & Encryption:-
The TS3100 supports encryption through Write Once Read Many (WORM), Application Managed Encryption (AME), and optional Library/System Managed Encryption (LME/SME) for compliance with data security regulations.
IBM Linear Tape File System (LTFS):-
LTFS simplifies data access, allowing users to manage files on tape like a USB drive. TS3100 supports LTFS, reducing the need for additional software and improving accessibility.
Library Benefits:-
- :: Easy-to-use interface
- :: No additional software required
- :: Faster access with mount-less cartridge inquiry
- :: Optimized storage, reducing disk reliance
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Limitations:-
- :: SAS and Fibre Channel cable length limits
- :: Encryption requires IBM Tivoli Key Lifecycle Manager
- :: Media storage temperature must meet requirements after 10 hours