Product Description
IBM 3573-L2U TS3100 Tape Library for Reliable Compact Storage
The IBM 3573-L2U, designated as the TS3100 Tape Library, is a compact 2U tape automation platform built for efficient backup, archiving, and data protection. Equipped with 24 cartridge slots (including a 1-slot I/O station), it accommodates one full-high or up to two half-high LTO Ultrium drives, offering scalable performance in a space-efficient design suitable for automated tape handling and secure long-term storage.
Key Features
- 24 cartridge slots (23 data + 1 I/O) with two removable magazines for simplified media management.
- Supports up to 1 full-high or 2 half-high LTO Ultrium drives (LTO-3 through LTO-7).
- Integrated barcode reader and web-based remote management for monitoring and control.
- 1-slot I/O station enabling easy cartridge import/export.
- Hardware encryption and WORM capabilities (dependent on drive and media).
- Maximum compressed capacity up to 360 TB with LTO-7 media (2.5:1 compression).
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | IBM TS3100 Tape Library (3573-L2U) |
| Drive Support | 1 full-high or up to 2 half-high LTO Ultrium (LTO-3, LTO-4, LTO-5, LTO-6, LTO-7) |
| Cartridge Capacity | 24 slots (23 data + 1 I/O) |
| Connectivity | LVD SCSI, 6 Gbps SAS, or 8 Gbps Fibre Channel (drive-dependent) |
| Max Transfer Rate | Up to 300 MB/s native per drive (LTO-7/LTO-8) |
| Max Capacity | Up to 360 TB compressed (LTO-7, 2.5:1); 144 TB native |
| Form Factor | 2U rack-mount or standalone |
| Dimensions (rack) | Width: 447.5 mm, Height: 87.6 mm, Depth: 740 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 15 kg without rack mount kit or drives |
| Management | Web-based interface, barcode reader included |
Benefits
This library delivers a practical, low-footprint approach to tape automation, minimizing manual tasks and improving data reliability through features like encryption and automated loading. Backward compatibility with prior LTO generations preserves media investments while supporting transitions to higher densities and speeds. The 2U form factor suits constrained rack spaces, and partitioning options enable flexible, multi-host usage for backup and archival workflows with strong emphasis on security and recoverability.
Compatibility
The IBM 3573-L2U TS3100 Tape Library integrates with IBM Power Systems (Power5, Power6, Power7, Power8, Power9, Power10, and Power11) and open systems servers. It supports LTO-3 to LTO-7 Ultrium drives/media with backward read compatibility (e.g., LTO-8 reads LTO-7/6). Compatible software includes IBM Spectrum Protect, Arcserve Backup, CommVault, Veritas NetBackup, and similar solutions. Connectivity uses SCSI (e.g., PCIe adapters like 5736), SAS (e.g., PCIe adapters like 5901 and EJ10), or Fibre Channel (e.g., EN0A, 5735). Requires suitable host adapters and OS support (IBM i V5R4+, AIX 6.1+, various Linux). Well-suited for Power Systems needing compact, scalable tape solutions.
The TS3100 Tape Library combines IBM tape and automation reliability at open systems prices. This model supports entry-level unattended backup and archive, open systems attachment flexibility, and enhanced capacity and performance, and includes:
- Support for a single IBM LTO Ultrium 7 Full-High Tape Drive:
- Support for a single IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Full-High Tape Drive:
- Support for a single IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Full-High Tape Drive:
- Support for a single IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Full-High Tape Drive:
- Support for up to two IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Half-High Tape Drives:
- Support for up to two IBM LTO Ultrium 7 Half-High Tape Drives:
- Support for up to two IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Half-High Tape Drives:
- Support for up to two IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Half-High Tape Drives:
- Support for up to two IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Half-High Tape Drives:
- Support for Ultrium 8, 7, 6, 5, and 4 Tape Drives
- Ultrium 8 drive data rate of up to 300 MB/sec native
- Ultrium 7 drive data rate of up to 300 MB/sec native
- Ultrium 6 drive data rate of up to 160 MB/sec native
- Ultrium 5 drive data rate of up to 140 MB/sec native
- Ultrium 4 drive data rate of up to 120 MB/sec native
- Ultrium 8 Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 12 TB (30 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
- Ultrium 7 Type M Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 9 TB (22.5 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
- Ultrium 7 Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 6 (15 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
- Ultrium 6 Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 2.5 TB (6.25 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
- Ultrium 5 Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 1.5 TB (3.0 TB with 2:1 compression)
- Ultrium 4 Tape Cartridge capacity of up to 800 GB (1.6 TB with 2:1 compression
- Support 24 cartridge slots, including a standard one-cartridge I/O station, remote management unit, and bar code reader
- Encryption support for LTO Ultrium 8,7, 6, Ultrium 5, and 4 SAS and Fibre Channel Tape Drives
- Adherence to LTO specifications
- Optional features include a rack mount kit option, Path Failover, additional removable tape cartridge magazines, or Transparent LTO Encryption features
Warranty:
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