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Overview - IBM LTO Generation 3 SCSI Tape Drive and 4560 ISCSI Adapter

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Abstract

Overview of LTO Gen 3 Tape drive

Content


At a glance

The LTO Generation 3 SCSI Tape Drive is a high-density, entry- to mid range LTO tape drive offering availability for internal or external in- stallation in xSeries servers. It provides investment protection for those who have standardized on LTO tape technology. Its economical internal installation capability should be emphasized to customers purchasing new entry to mid-range xSeries servers. This backup subsystem is reliable and convenient, and complements an xSeries network server solution.

  • Up to 80MB transfer rat, up to 160MB with onboard compression, assuming 2:1 compression ratio
  • 400GB capacity, up to 800GB with onboard compression, assuming 2:1 compression ration
  • Speedy transfer rate (288GB/hr native; up to 576GB/hr compressed) decreases system time allotted to backups, frees system and IT resources, operating power 28 watts
  • Sixteen-channel read-while arite speeds the operation of the drive and ensures data integrity
  • Support for Ultra160 or Ultra320 SCSI controllers
  • Support for leading operating systems and popular backup software
Power specifications
  • Ultra160 SCSI interface
  • 400 GB native capacity
  • Backward-read capability of Gen-1 and 2 at 50% faster read rate
  • 80 MB/s native transfer rate
Warranty

One-year, limited warranty

This product replaces
  • Not applicable
This product was replaced by
  • Not applicable
Product marketing and replacement part numbers (FRU)
Worldwide
  • Description: IBM LTO Generation 3
  • Marketing part number: 25R0012
  • Replacement part number: Tier 1
Product dates
Worldwide
  • Announce date: 03 May 2005
  • Planned availability date: *
  • Withdrawal date: *
  • Effective withdrawal date: *
Packaging

You will receive one box containing the following items:

  • LTO FH tape drive - 25R0012
  • Package of assorted screws (6x32) - 02K3438
  • Multi-lingual User Manual CD - 25R0021
  • Quick install guide/warranty - 25R0022
  • Internal SCSI cable - 25R0044
  • Cleaning cartridge - 35L2086
Document notes
  1. The symbol * means that the information is currently unavailable for this product.
  2. FRU stands for Field Replacement Unit. It is the part number used for ordering service/replacement parts.
  3. Effective Withdrawal means that on the given date IBM will have withdrawn the products from marketing. After that date, the product can not be obtained directly from IBM.

Document Location

Worldwide

Operating System

System x Hardware Options:All operating systems listed

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Document Information

Modified date:
24 January 2019

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