Product Description
IBM 3581 Model L17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader
The IBM 3581 Model L17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader is an entry-level, external automated tape solution featuring a single LTO Ultrium 1 (LTO-1) tape drive and 7 cartridge slots. This compact unit provides reliable backup, archival, and data interchange with 700 GB native capacity (1.4 TB compressed at 2:1) and attaches via Ultra2/Wide SCSI LVD interface. It supports automated operations for unattended backups and is suitable for open systems environments.
Key Features
- Single LTO Ultrium 1 tape drive with 7 cartridge slots for automated media handling.
- Native capacity of 700 GB (7 x 100 GB per cartridge) or 1.4 TB compressed (2:1).
- Data transfer rate up to 54 GB/hour native (108 GB/hour compressed).
- Ultra2/Wide SCSI LVD interface for broad system connectivity.
- Optional rackmount kit available for 19-inch rack installation.
- Backward compatibility with earlier tape formats in the LTO family (limited read support).
- Designed for reliable, cost-effective tape automation in server and workstation environments.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | 3581 Model L17 (often referenced as 3581-L17) |
| Form Factor | External desktop/tower (rackmount kit optional) |
| Tape Drive | Single LTO Ultrium 1 (LTO-1) |
| Interface | Ultra2/Wide SCSI LVD |
| Cartridge Slots | 7 |
| Native Capacity | 700 GB (7 x 100 GB LTO-1 cartridges) |
| Compressed Capacity | 1.4 TB (2:1 compression) |
| Native Data Rate | Up to 54 GB/hour (15 MB/s) |
| Compressed Data Rate | Up to 108 GB/hour (30 MB/s) |
| Media Compatibility | LTO-1 (R/W), limited backward read for prior generations |
| Management | Basic autoloader controls |
| Power Supplies | Standard single supply |
Compatibilities The IBM 3581 Model L17 Tape Autoloader is compatible with:
- Servers: IBM RS/6000, IBM RS/6000 SP, IBM AS/400, IBM Netfinity systems, and non-IBM servers, workstations, and personal computers.
- Operating Systems: Windows Server, Linux distributions (e.g., Red Hat, SUSE), IBM AIX, IBM i, and other open systems supporting SCSI tape devices.
- Backup Software: Compatible with leading applications supporting LTO tape (e.g., IBM Spectrum Protect, Veritas NetBackup, Veeam equivalents for legacy).
- Connectivity: Ultra2/Wide SCSI LVD host attachment.
- Environments: Virtualization platforms, databases, and archival workloads requiring automated, entry-level offline storage.
Warranty 60-day warranty included.
