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- In Stock: 30
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 46X5683
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 12.00lb
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IBM 1.5/3.0TB LTO5 Ultrium 5 6GB SAS HH Tape Drive (Model 46X5683)
The IBM 46X5683 is a high-performance tape drive designed for enterprise data protection, backup, and long-term archiving. With dual speed options of 1.5TB or 3.0TB per cartridge, it delivers massive capacity while maintaining fast write speeds of up to 6GB per second. The SAS interface ensures reliable connectivity and low latency, making it an ideal choice for modern storage arrays.
Key Features
- Dual tape density: 1.5TB or 3.0TB per cartridge
- Ultra-high write speed of 6GB/s with SAS interface
- High-density LTO-5 Ultrium technology for long data retention
- Integrated hardware encryption for secure data protection
- Compact, rack-mountable design for space efficiency
- Low power consumption and reduced heat output
- Robust error detection and correction with built-in redundancy
Technical Specifications
- Drive type: LTO-5 Ultrium 5
- Media capacity options: 1.5TB or 3.0TB per cartridge
- Write speed: 6GB/s (SAS interface)
- Interface: SAS 2.0, SATA optional
- Operating temperature: 5 to 55 degrees C
- Dimensions: 1U rack height, 19-inch width
- Power consumption: < 300 watts
- Weight: approximately 7.5 kilograms
Applications
- Enterprise backup solutions for critical data protection
- Long-term archival storage for regulatory compliance
- Disaster recovery and business continuity planning
- Data migration between legacy systems and modern infrastructure
- Cloud integration via tape libraries for hybrid storage strategies
This IBM tape drive combines speed, capacity, and reliability to meet the demanding needs of today's data centers. Its advanced encryption and error-handling features provide peace of mind, while its energy efficiency and compact footprint make it a smart investment for any organization looking to future-proof its storage strategy.