Name: 3-06568-01 Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive 2.5TB 160MB/s Scalar i40 i80
Brand: Quantum
SKU: 3-06568-01
Price: 1150.15 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for Scalar i40/i80 is a reliable storage component that fits into Quantum's tape library solutions. It handles large data backups with its high capacity and fast transfer speeds, serving as a core asset in enterprise data archiving and backup systems.

General Information
Brand	Quantum
Part Number	3-06568-01

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium (LTO-6)
Capacity Compressed	6.25 TB (2.5:1 compression)
Capacity Native	2.5 TB
Recording Format	Linear Tape-Open (LTO-6)
Backward Compatibility	Read/write LTO-5; Read LTO-4
Hot Pluggable	Yes
Hot Swappable	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	Fibre Channel

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Product Description
This Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel tape drive is designed to deliver reliable and efficient data storage for mid to large-scale backup environments. It is commonly integrated within the Quantum Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries, providing a scalable solution for organizations needing robust data protection and archiving. Built for IT professionals and system administrators, this tape drive supports high-speed data transfers and substantial storage capacity, making it suitable for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data retention tasks. Key Features Native capacity of up to 2.5 TB per cartridge allowing substantial data storage Fibre Channel interface delivering reliable and fast connectivity Compatible with Quantum Scalar i40 and i80 libraries for seamless integration Supports data transfer speeds up to 160 MB/s to optimize backup windows Error correction and data integrity features built into the drive The drive is often found in data centers and enterprise storage setups where large volumes of data need to be securely archived. By integrating with Quantum Scalar libraries, it provides a dependable option for managing backup workflows and protecting critical information over time.

Use Cases
The Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for Scalar i40/i80 is typically deployed in enterprise data centers and large-scale IT environments that require efficient, high-capacity archival and backup solutions. Organizations with substantial data retention policies or those managing virtualization workloads benefit from its integration with Quantum's tape libraries. How It's Used: Enterprise IT departments leverage the drive for automated backup workflows within rack-mounted Scalar i40/i80 libraries. Data centers utilize the high throughput for archiving large datasets generated by virtualization and cloud infrastructure. Media and entertainment studios rely on the tape drive for long-term storage of high-resolution video files in scalable library configurations. Financial institutions deploy it to meet compliance requirements through secure, offline data retention in centralized storage clusters. Research organizations use the drive to preserve extensive historical datasets with minimal operational disruption. By integrating with scalable tape libraries, this Quantum LTO6 drive enhances operational efficiency and provides a robust platform for data growth. It supports organizations aiming to optimize storage costs while maintaining rapid access to archived data across complex IT infrastructures.

3-06568-01 Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive 2.5TB 160MB/s Scalar i40 i80

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