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1000856-03 StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive 400GB Native

SKU:
1000856-03
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • StorageTek LTO-3 tape drive with 2Gb Fibre Channel interface
  • Supports native 400GB and compressed up to 800GB capacity
  • Designed for high-speed data backup and archival tasks
  • Compatible with enterprise storage environments
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$344.25

Product Overview

The StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive provides high-capacity tape storage with fast Fibre Channel connectivity. It's designed to fit into enterprise backup and archival systems where dependable, large-scale data management is necessary. This tape drive handles extensive data workloads, making it a practical choice for organizations maintaining long-term data archives.

General Information

Brand StorageTek
Part Number 1000856-03

Technical Information

Media Type LTO-3, Ultrium, Magnetic tape
Capacity Compressed 800 GB (2:1)
Capacity Native 400 GB
Recording Format LTO Ultrium (LTO-3), linear serpentine magnetic tape
Backward Compatibility LTO-2 (read/write)
Cache 64 MB

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00


Product Description

The StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive is built for reliable, high-capacity data storage and backup. It is often found in enterprise data centers where fast, secure tape-based backup solutions are essential for managing large volumes of information.

Commonly used for long-term data retention, archival, and disaster recovery, this tape drive benefits IT professionals and organizations requiring efficient data protection. Its Fibre Channel interface ensures quick data transfer rates suited for demanding storage operations.

Key Features

  • Offers a native capacity of 400GB with up to 800GB compressed storage
  • Utilizes 2Gb Fibre Channel for fast and reliable connectivity
  • Compatible with LTO Ultrium 3 media for broad industry support
  • Ideal for backup, archive, and disaster recovery workflows
  • Designed to integrate smoothly into existing enterprise storage setups

This tape drive is typically deployed in data centers and IT environments requiring dependable, scalable backup solutions. It plays a vital role in preserving critical data while enabling efficient recovery options.


Use Cases

The StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise data centers requiring robust, high-speed backup and archival solutions. It is suited for IT environments managing large volumes of data, where long-term retention and quick access to backups are critical. Organizations with extensive compliance and data protection policies benefit from its scalable tape storage integration.

How It's Used:

  • Enterprise IT departments deploying high-throughput backup systems for virtualized server environments.
  • Data centers implementing tiered storage strategies incorporating tape archives for infrequently accessed data.
  • Financial services firms maintaining regulatory-compliant, long-term data archives with secure offsite storage workflows.
  • Healthcare organizations managing large imaging and patient record datasets requiring reliable backup and rapid recovery.
  • Media companies archiving high-definition video content as part of extensive digital asset management systems.

This tape drive supports operational efficiency by enabling scalable, cost-effective capacity expansion with fast Fibre Channel connectivity. Its compatibility with enterprise storage infrastructures ensures integration into existing backup architectures, facilitating performance consistency and streamlined data management.


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1000856-03 StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive 400GB Native
1000856-03 StorageTek LTO-3 2Gb Fibre Channel Tape Drive 400GB Native
$344.25