Product Description
The IBM 3573 8244 LTO5 Ultrium 5 Full-High Tape Drive Fibre (8244-3573) delivers reliable backup capabilities for tape library configurations. This internal drive uses LTO-5 technology, offering a native capacity of 1.5 TB per cartridge and up to 3 TB compressed, with a data transfer rate of up to 140 MB/sec native. It connects via an 8 Gbps Fibre Channel interface and supports multiple operating systems such as AIX, Linux, Windows, and more, functioning as a solid element for storage requirements.
Key Features
- LTO-5 full-height tape drive with 8 Gbps Fibre Channel for consistent data movement.
- Native data transfer rate of 140 MB/sec, facilitating prompt backups and retrieves.
- Manages read and write for LTO-5 and LTO-4 cartridges, with read for LTO-3.
- Encryption provisions for superior data security.
- Full-height internal format appropriate for library housings.
This tape drive progresses data processes with reverse compatibility and steady performance, aiding limited interruptions through aligned designs.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | 3573-8244 (TS3100/TS3200 Drive) |
| Tape Drive Type | IBM LTO Ultrium 5 |
| Interface | 8 Gbps Fibre Channel |
| Native Capacity | 1.5 TB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity | 3 TB per cartridge (2:1 compression) |
| Data Transfer Rate | Up to 140 MB/sec native |
| Form Factor | Full-height internal |
| Part Number | 8244-3573 |
| Media Compatibility | LTO-5 (read/write), LTO-4 (read/write), LTO-3 (read) |
System Compatibility
The IBM 3573 8244 aligns with particular tape libraries and servers, including:
- IBM TS3100 (3573-L2U) and TS3200 (3573-L4U)
- IBM Power Systems
- x86-based servers from varied producers
Supports operating systems like AIX 5.3 and above, Linux distributions (Red Hat, SUSE), Microsoft Windows Server 2008 and subsequent.
Guarantee the host adapter manages Fibre Channel and drivers are configured for prime outcomes.
Operating System Support
This tape drive executes on diverse platforms with base version requirements:
- AIX 5.3, 6.1, 7.1
- IBM i 6.1, 7.1
- Linux kernels (2.6 and beyond)
- Windows Server versions
Each unit from DataTech Computer is inspected comprehensively for operation, with a 60-day warranty.
