Name: 01KP938 Lenovo 6TB (Native) 15TB (Compressed) LTO-7 FH Fibre Channel Tape Drive for TS4300
Brand: Lenovo
SKU: 01KP938
Price: 4712.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Lenovo 6TB LTO-7 Fibre Channel Tape Drive fits into Lenovo TS4300 libraries and serves as a robust solution for high-capacity backup and archive tasks. It handles large data volumes efficiently, connecting through Fibre Channel for steady performance in enterprise storage environments.

General Information
Brand	Lenovo
Part Number	01KP938

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium 7 (LTO-7)
Capacity Compressed	15 TB (compressed, 2.5:1)
Recording Format	LTO-7
Backward Compatibility	Read: LTO-6, LTO-5; Write: LTO-6
Spindle Speed	16 Gbps Fibre Channel interface
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes
Assembly Required	Yes
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
This Lenovo LTO-7 Fibre Channel tape drive provides high-capacity, reliable data storage for enterprise backup and archive needs. It is commonly used in data centers and IT environments where large volumes of data must be securely stored and retrieved over long periods. Built for integration with Lenovo TS4300 tape libraries, it suits organizations managing extensive datasets, including backup administrators, data managers, and IT professionals requiring scalable and efficient tape storage solutions. Key Features Native 6TB capacity per tape and up to 15TB with compression, reducing storage footprint Supports Fibre Channel connectivity for fast, stable data transfers Designed to fit full-height slots in Lenovo TS4300 tape libraries Delivers a maximum data transfer rate of 300 MB/s native speed Compatible with LTO-7 media for broad industry support This tape drive is often found in backup infrastructures or archival systems where dependable, high-capacity media is critical. It helps minimize storage costs while ensuring data integrity across long-term retention cycles.

Use Cases
The 01KP938 Lenovo LTO-7 Fibre Channel Tape Drive is commonly deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale storage environments where high-capacity, reliable backup and archiving solutions are critical. It benefits organizations managing extensive datasets that require consistent throughput and durable media support, such as financial institutions, healthcare providers, and media production facilities. How It's Used: Archiving compliance data in regulated industries like finance and healthcare within enterprise IT infrastructures. Supporting large-scale backup operations in data centers with Lenovo TS4300 libraries to ensure data integrity over time. Integrating with virtualization environments to offload backup workloads and reduce primary storage loads. Facilitating long-term media storage for media and entertainment companies handling high-resolution video archives. Enabling scalable storage cluster backups in hybrid cloud deployments for remote office data protection. This tape drive aids operational efficiency by providing a high-throughput, scalable medium tailored for sustained data backup demands. Its compatibility with TS4300 libraries ensures streamlined integration into existing storage ecosystems, promoting reliable archival performance for enterprise IT operations.