Product Description
IBM 3573-8143 LTO-4 Ultrium Full High SCSI Tape Drive for TS3100/TS3200
The IBM 3573-8143 is an internal full-high LTO Ultrium 4 tape drive sled equipped with a Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Ultra160 SCSI interface. Built as a replacement or upgrade module for the TS3100 (3573-L2U) and TS3200 (3573-L4U) tape libraries, it delivers solid capacity and performance for automated data backup, archiving, and retention using LTO-4 media in enterprise environments.
Key Features
- Full-High (FH) form factor optimized for library sled installation.
- Ultra160 LVD SCSI interface for reliable, high-speed internal connectivity.
- Native 800 GB capacity per LTO-4 cartridge (up to 1.6 TB compressed at 2:1).
- Data transfer rate up to 120 MB/s native.
- Backward read/write compatibility with LTO-3 media; read compatibility with LTO-2.
- Supports application-managed encryption and WORM media for secure archiving.
- Integrated sled/caddy for straightforward insertion into compatible library chassis.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / Feature Code | IBM 3573-8143 (FC 8143, part 95P5002) |
| Generation | LTO Ultrium 4 (LTO-4) |
| Form Factor | Full Height (FH) sled/module |
| Interface | Ultra160 LVD SCSI |
| Native Capacity | 800 GB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.6 TB per cartridge (2:1 typical) |
| Native Transfer Rate | Up to 120 MB/s |
| Compressed Transfer Rate | Up to 240 MB/s (2:1) |
| Media Compatibility | LTO-4 (write/read), LTO-3 (read/write), LTO-2 (read) |
| Installation | Internal sled for TS3100/TS3200 libraries |
This drive module provides a balanced, high-capacity option for LTO-4 based tape automation in IBM libraries. The Ultra160 SCSI interface ensures dependable integration, while backward compatibility preserves access to existing LTO-3 and LTO-2 media. It supports efficient backup operations and secure, long-term archiving with encryption and WORM features, making it suitable for compliance-driven environments requiring reliable, moderate-to-high performance storage without transitioning to newer LTO generations.
Compatibility
The IBM 3573-8143 LTO-4 FH SCSI LVD tape drive is specifically designed for installation in IBM TS3100 (3573-L2U) and TS3200 (3573-L4U) tape libraries as a full-high drive sled (supports one FH in TS3100 or up to two FH in TS3200). It connects via the library's internal SCSI backbone and supports host connectivity through the library's external SCSI ports to IBM Power Systems, open systems servers, or compatible SCSI HBAs/adapters. Compatible with LTO-4 Ultrium cartridges and standard backup software supporting IBM LTO drives (e.g., IBM Spectrum Protect, Arcserve Backup, CommVault, Veritas NetBackup). Backward compatibility includes read/write on LTO-3 and read on LTO-2 for legacy data retrieval.
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