IBM 5755 200GB LTO-2 Tape Unit

The IBM 5755 LTO-2 Tape Unit is a high-capacity internal tape drive offering 200GB native and up to 400GB compressed capacity (2:1 typical) for backup, archiving, and long-term data storage in compatible IBM Power Systems and iSeries servers. Built on Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium-2 technology, it delivers excellent reliability, fast transfer speeds, and strong data integrity.

Featuring a 5.25-inch half-height form factor and Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface, the 5755 supports sustained transfer rates up to 35 MB/s native and includes hardware data compression, error correction, and backward compatibility with LTO-1 media (read only). Ideal for enterprise backup windows, off-site archiving, regulatory compliance, and disaster recovery.

Key Features

200GB native / 400GB compressed capacity (2:1 typical)
LTO Ultrium-2 (LTO-2) technology
Ultra160 SCSI LVD interface (68-pin)
5.25-inch half-height internal form factor
Sustained transfer rate up to 35 MB/s native
Backward read compatible with LTO-1 cartridges
Hardware data compression and advanced error correction

Specifications

Feature Code / Part Number: 5755
Capacity: 200GB native / 400GB compressed (typical 2:1)
Interface: Ultra160 SCSI LVD (68-pin)
Form Factor: 5.25-inch half-height internal
Transfer Rate: Up to 35 MB/s sustained native
Media Type: LTO Ultrium-2 (LTO-2) cartridges
Compatibility: Backward read with LTO-1 media

Compatibility

This IBM 5755 LTO-2 Tape Unit is compatible with select IBM Power Systems and iSeries servers supporting internal SCSI tape drives, including:

Power5 9405-520, 9406-520, 9406-525, 9406-550, 9407-515
iSeries 5xx, 6xx, 7xx, 8xx series with appropriate SCSI adapters
Systems with internal Ultra160 SCSI LVD slots
Environments running IBM i, AIX, or Linux

Requires compatible SCSI controller and operating system support. Verify system model, SCSI adapter, and OS release for exact compatibility and installation requirements.

IBM 5755 200GB LTO-2 Tape Unit

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