Product Description
IBM 3581 Model L28 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader
The IBM 3581 Model L28 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader is an entry-level, external automated tape solution featuring a single LTO Ultrium 2 (LTO-2) tape drive and 8 cartridge slots. This compact, carousel-style unit provides reliable backup, archival, and data interchange with up to 1.6 TB native capacity (3.2 TB compressed at 2:1) and attaches via Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface. It supports automated operations for unattended backups and is suitable for open systems environments, with optional rackmount capability in a slim 2U form factor.
Key Features
- Single LTO Ultrium 2 tape drive with 8 cartridge slots in a carousel autoloader for automated media handling.
- Native capacity of 1.6 TB (8 x 200 GB per cartridge) or 3.2 TB compressed (2:1).
- Data transfer rate up to 35 MB/s native (70 MB/s compressed) per drive.
- Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface for broad system connectivity.
- Optional rackmount kit available for 19-inch rack installation (2U height).
- Backward compatibility: Reads/writes LTO-1 cartridges.
- Designed for cost-effective, reliable tape automation in server and workstation environments.
Specifications
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Model / Part Number | 3581 Model L28 (often referenced as 3581-L28) |
| Form Factor | External desktop/tower (rackmount kit optional, 2U) |
| Tape Drive | Single LTO Ultrium 2 (LTO-2) |
| Interface | Ultra160 SCSI LVD |
| Cartridge Slots | 8 |
| Native Capacity | 1.6 TB (8 x 200 GB LTO-2 cartridges) |
| Compressed Capacity | 3.2 TB (2:1 compression) |
| Native Data Rate | Up to 35 MB/s (126 GB/hour) |
| Compressed Data Rate | Up to 70 MB/s (252 GB/hour) |
| Media Compatibility | LTO-2 (R/W), LTO-1 (R/W) |
| Management | Basic autoloader controls |
| Power Supplies | Standard single supply |
Compatibilities The IBM 3581 Model L28 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: Ultra160 SCSI LVD host attachment.
- Environments: Virtualization platforms, databases, and archival workloads requiring automated, entry-level offline storage.
Warranty 60-day warranty included.
