Product Description
Product Description
The IBM 3573 8143 LTO4 Ultrium 4 Full-High Tape Drive is a high-performance, high-capacity tape storage solution designed for the IBM TS3100 (3573-L2U) and TS3200 (3573-L4U) Tape Libraries. Featuring a Low Voltage Differential (LVD) Ultra160 SCSI interface, this full-high tape drive delivers reliable data backup and archiving for enterprise environments, with a native capacity of 800GB and up to 1.6TB compressed (2:1 compression).
The 8143 feature includes a sled containing one IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Tape Drive, optimized for integration into TS3100 and TS3200 libraries. It supports data encryption for secure storage and is ideal for businesses requiring robust backup solutions for critical data, such as financial records, customer databases, and compliance archives.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 3573-8143, 95P5002 |
| Interface | LVD Ultra160 SCSI |
| Form Factor | Full-High (5.25-inch) |
| Native Capacity | 800GB |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.6TB (2:1 compression) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 120MB/s native, 240MB/s compressed |
| Compatibility | IBM TS3100 (3573-L2U), TS3200 (3573-L4U) |
| Cartridge Compatibility | Read/Write: LTO4, LTO3; Read-only: LTO2 |
| Encryption | Supported (application-managed) |
| Condition | Refurbished |
Key Features
- LVD Ultra160 SCSI interface for high-speed data transfer
- 800GB native capacity, expandable to 1.6TB with 2:1 compression
- Supports data encryption for secure backup and archiving
- Compatible with IBM TS3100 and TS3200 Tape Libraries
- Read/write compatibility with LTO3 and read-only with LTO2 cartridges
- Includes warranty and free technical support by phone or email
- Guaranteed eligibility for IBM maintenance and support contracts
System Compatibility
- IBM TS3100 Tape Library (3573-L2U): Supports one full-high drive (e.g., 8143) or two half-high drives
- IBM TS3200 Tape Library (3573-L4U): Supports up to two full-high drives (e.g., 8143) or four half-high drives
- Compatible with IBM iSeries, AIX, Linux, and Windows environments (with appropriate SCSI adapters)
Limitations
- Requires LVD SCSI cables and terminator (not always included, specify when ordering)
- Limited to one full-high drive in TS3100 or two in TS3200 configurations
- Not compatible with newer LTO5 or higher cartridges
- Application-managed encryption requires compatible software
