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Legacy Tape Drives

Legacy Tape Drives

Shop legacy and discontinued IBM tape drives at Data Tech Computer — reliable LTO Ultrium and earlier-generation solutions for maintaining existing backup, archive, and data retention environments. These external and internal tape drives (LTO-1 through LTO-5, plus select older models) provide cost-effective compatibility with legacy IBM Power Systems, x86 servers, and backup software still in production use. Perfect for organizations preserving older infrastructure, meeting compliance requirements, or extending the life of existing tape media investments.

Key Benefits of Legacy Tape Drives

  • SLR, MLR, and QIC
  • Backward compatibility — read/write previous-generation LTO media (LTO-1 through LTO-5 depending on model)
  • Proven reliability for long-term data archiving and offline storage
  • AES-256 encryption and WORM support on LTO-4 and newer
  • LTFS file system access (LTO-5 and newer) for easy file-level retrieval
  • SCSI, SAS, and Fibre Channel interfaces for broad server compatibility
  • Half-high or full-high form factors (external 3580 series or internal)
  • 60-day warranty on all legacy tape drives
  • Ideal for legacy IBM i/Power environments, regulatory retention, or cost-sensitive backup continuation

Browse our featured legacy LTO Ultrium tape drive models below, including LTO-1 through LTO-5 generations.

  • IBM 3581 Model H17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model H17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model H17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader The IBM 3581 Model H17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader delivers a dependable entry-level solution for data backup and archiving. This unit features a single LTO Ultrium 1 tape drive with HVD SCSI interface and...

    $1,100.00
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  • IBM 3581 Model H23 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model H23 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model H23 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader LTO2 HVD SCSI IBM 3581-H23: Seven LTO2 cartridges in an autoloader. Capacity: LTO-2 is 200GB native (400GB compressed). Speed: LTO-2 is 35MB/s native (70MB/s compressed). HVD SCSI interface. Optional...

    $2,000.00
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  • IBM 3581 Model L13 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model L13 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader

    IBM 3581 Model L13 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader The IBM 3581 Model L13 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader offers a dependable entry-level solution for data backup and archiving. This unit integrates a single LTO Ultrium 1 tape drive with LVD SCSI interface and...

    $1,200.00
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  • IBM 3581 Model L17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader external unit with 7 cartridge slots

    IBM 3581 Model L17 Ultrium 1 Tape Autoloader

    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...

    $900.00
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  • IBM 3581 Model L28 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader external unit with 8 cartridge slots

    IBM 3581 Model L28 Ultrium 2 Tape Autoloader

    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...

    $1,200.00
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  • IBM 3590 Model B11 Tape Library with ACF external view

    IBM 3590 Model B11 Tape Library - parts only

    IBM 3590 Model B11 Tape Library - parts only The IBM 3590 Model B11 Tape Library (Parts Only) is a legacy rack-mounted tape subsystem featuring an integrated Automatic Cartridge Facility (ACF) for mini-library functionality. This older-generation...

    $2,500.00
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  • IBM 7208 Model 222 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 222 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 222 Tape Drive 7GB 8mm IBM 7208 External 8-mm Tape Drive Model 222 is a stand-alone, 8-mm cartridge tape drive with a capacity of up to 7GB per cartridge. The 7208 model 222 supports the 160-meter data cartridge.

    $1,200.00
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  • IBM 7208 Model 232 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 232 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 232 Tape Drive 5GB 8MM IBM 7208-232 provides one 8-mm tape drive (#0501) or dual drives (#0502) within a single enclosure. Model 232 emulates the IBM 7208-012 Tape Drive by providing high functionality and high capability for AS/400...

    $1,200.00
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  • IBM 7208 Model 234 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 234 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 234 Tape Drive 7GB 8MM IBM 7208-234 is a high-function, high-capacity, external 8mm tape subsystem used in applications requiring more single tape cartridge and total storage capacity than is available with the IBM 7208 Model 232...

    $1,500.00
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  • IBM 7208 Model 342 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 342 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 342 Tape Drive 20GB 8MM IBM 7208 Model 342 20GB External 8mm Tape Drive is a stand-alone, SCSI, 8mm streaming tape drive packaged in a black enclosure that attaches to the AS/400 family of servers and systems. It provides a media...

    $950.00
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  • IBM 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive

    IBM 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive 60GB 8MM The IBM 7208 Model 345 has a media capacity of 60 GB (150 GB with 2.5:1 compression) data storage per cartridge and a sustained data rate of 12 MB per second (30 MB per second with 2.5:1 compression). This is...

    $950.00
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  • IBM 9348 1/2 Inch Reel-to-Reel Tape Drive

    IBM 9348 1/2 Inch Reel-to-Reel Tape Drive

    The IBM 9348 1/2 Inch Reel Tape Drive offers dependable storage for backup and data exchange. This streaming unit handles 1600 and 6250 bpi densities, achieving transfer rates up to 200 KB/s at 1600 bpi and 781 KB/s at 6250 bpi. With auto load and auto...

    $950.00
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