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- In Stock: 52
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model or Part: 6120-701X
- Condition: Refurbished
- Weight: 3.00lb
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Overview
The IBM SCSI LVD 80/160GB VXA Tape Drive (model 6120-701X) delivers high-capacity, reliable backup for mid-range to enterprise environments. Using Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI connectivity, this drive provides fast data transfer rates while minimizing cable length and power consumption. It supports both 80GB and 160GB native capacity cartridges, making it an ideal choice for organizations that need scalable storage without replacing the entire tape system.
Key Features
- Low Voltage Differential (LVD) SCSI interface for high speed and low error rates
- Native capacities of 80GB and 160GB per cartridge, with up to 320GB compressed
- Fast data transfer rate of up to 30MB/s native, 60MB/s compressed
- Automatic tape loading and unloading for hands-free operation
- Built-in error correction and data integrity verification
- Compact rack-mountable design that fits standard 19-inch equipment shelves
Technical Specifications
- Interface: SCSI LVD, Ultra160 (compatible with Ultra2/Ultra3)
- Native capacity: 80GB or 160GB per cartridge (VXA-L format)
- Compressed capacity: up to 320GB (assuming 2:1 compression ratio)
- Transfer rate: 30MB/s native, 60MB/s compressed
- Operating temperature: 10 to 35 degrees Celsius
- Power consumption: approx. 45 watts typical, 20 watts idle
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 4.2 in x 19 in x 12 in
- Weight: 24 lbs
Applications
- Daily backup and archive of critical business data
- Disaster recovery solutions requiring off-site tape rotation
- Long term storage of large media files, databases and virtual machine images
- Compliance driven retention for regulated industries such as finance and healthcare
- Integration into existing SCSI based backup infrastructures without major upgrades
This IBM VXA tape drive combines capacity, speed and reliability in a single package, helping IT teams protect valuable data while keeping operational costs low.