The IBM 400/800GB LTO Ultrium-3 SCSI LVD HH Internal Tape Drive, model number 23R9973, is a high-performance storage solution designed to meet the needs of businesses that require reliable and cost-effective backup and archiving capabilities. In this article, we will provide an in-depth explanation of this tape drive, its features, and its benefits.
LTO stands for Linear Tape-Open, a tape storage technology that was developed as a collaboration between IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and Seagate. The LTO Ultrium-3 tape drive is the third generation of the LTO tape drive family and provides up to 800GB of compressed storage capacity, making it an ideal choice for large-scale backup and archiving applications.
The 23R9973 IBM tape drive uses the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) Low Voltage Differential (LVD) interface. SCSI is a set of standards that define how computers communicate with peripheral devices such as tape drives, hard drives, and printers. LVD is a type of SCSI interface that uses differential signaling to improve signal quality and reduce noise, resulting in higher data transfer rates and longer cable lengths.
HH Internal Tape DriveThe 23R9973 IBM tape drive is a half-height (HH) internal tape drive, which means that it is designed to be installed inside a computer or server chassis. The tape drive connects to the SCSI controller on the motherboard or a separate SCSI controller card via a SCSI cable. The tape drive can be mounted vertically or horizontally, depending on the orientation of the chassis.
FeaturesThe 23R9973 IBM tape drive offers a range of features that make it a reliable and cost-effective storage solution for businesses. Some of the key features of this tape drive include:
High Data Transfer Rates: The tape drive provides a native data transfer rate of up to 80MB/s, which can be increased to 160MB/s with compression. This high data transfer rate ensures that backups and archives are completed quickly and efficiently.
Large Storage Capacity: The tape drive provides up to 400GB of native storage capacity, which can be increased to 800GB with compression. This large storage capacity allows businesses to store large amounts of data on a single tape, reducing the need for multiple tapes.
Data Encryption: The tape drive supports the IBM Ultrium Data Encryption Standard (AES-256), which provides hardware-based encryption of data on the tape. This ensures that data stored on the tape is secure and protected against unauthorized access.
WORM Support: The tape drive supports Write-Once-Read-Many (WORM) functionality, which allows businesses to create unalterable backups and archives. This is especially important for businesses that need to comply with regulatory requirements for data retention.
BenefitsThe 23R9973 IBM tape drive offers several benefits to businesses that require reliable and cost-effective backup and archiving capabilities. Some of the key benefits of this tape drive include:
Cost-Effective Storage: The tape drive provides a cost-effective storage solution for businesses that need to store large amounts of data. Tape storage is significantly cheaper than disk storage and allows businesses to reduce their storage costs while maintaining high levels of data availability.
Reliable Backup and Archiving: The tape drive provides a reliable backup and archiving solution that ensures data is protected against data loss and corruption. Tapes are resistant to environmental factors such as dust, heat, and moisture, making them a reliable storage medium for long-term data retention.
General Information about the IBM Tape Drive- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model Number or SKU# 23R9973
- Product Type : Tape Drive
- Interface Type : SAS
- Native Drive Capacity : 400GB
- Enclosure Type : Internal
- Compressed Drive Capacity : 800GB
- Native Data Transfer Rate : 60 MBPS
- Compressed Data Transfer Rate : 120 MBPS
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