Overview - IBM 3600 LTO Tape Library (models 109/220/R20)

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At a glance

Using a modular architecture, the 3600 Series LTO automated tape family brings performance, capacity, and high-density to enterprise tape backup applications. Key features include:

• Modular building block architecture
  • Leverages family integration and design
  • Simple upgrades for higher capacity and performance
  • Easier to service and support
  • Small Footprint(R)
• High-density form factors - Fits in industry-standard rack
• 15 MB/s native backup rate (54 GB/hr native; up to 108 GB/hr compressed)
• IBM xSeries look and feel design
• Removable magazines
• Ultra2 SCSI (LVDS) interface - Supports up to 80 MB/s
• Integrated barcode reader for improved media management
• Hot-plug drive capability - Drives can be added or removed without powering down the unit
• Supported with leading operating systems and popular backup software

Warranty

3 year On-site Repair

Product marketing and replacement part numbers (FRU)

Worldwide

• Marketing part number: 3600-220, 3600-R20, 3600-109,
• Replacement part number: MultiFRU

Additional part numbers

Associated Product(s)

• 3600 Series LTO Drive Upgrade Option
  • Marketing part number: 09N4048
  • Replacement part number (FRU): *
  • Applicable location(s): worldwide
• 3600 Series Expander Module
  • Marketing part number: 3600LXU
  • Replacement part number (FRU): *
  • Applicable location(s): worldwide

Product dates

Worldwide

• Announce date: 22 Mar 2001
• Planned availability date: 13 Apr 2001
• Withdrawal date: 29 Oct 2002