Name: 3503-LTO Tandberg Data 800/1600GB LTO-4 Ultrium SCSI LVD External Tape Drive
Brand: Tandberg Data
SKU: 3503-LTO
Price: 247.25 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 3503-LTO Tandberg Data drive is a reliable external tape solution offering high-capacity LTO-4 storage with a SCSI LVD interface. It fits well in environments focused on data backup and long-term archiving, delivering consistent performance in managing large datasets.

General Information
Brand	Tandberg Data
Part Number	3503-LTO

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO Ultrium,LTO-4,Tape Cartridge
Capacity Compressed	1600GB (1.6TB, 2:1 compressed)
Capacity Native	800GB
Recording Format	LTO-4 Ultrium,Linear Tape-Open
Backward Compatibility	LTO-3 (write), LTO-3 (read), LTO-2 (read)

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC, UL

Product Description
The 3503-LTO Tandberg Data tape drive provides robust and efficient data storage, ideal for organizations needing secure backup and archiving solutions. It is commonly used in IT environments where preserving critical information is essential. Built for data centers, small to medium businesses, and enterprises, this tape drive integrates easily with existing systems via its SCSI LVD interface. Users benefit from its high-capacity LTO-4 Ultrium tapes that handle large volumes of data reliably. Key Features Supports up to 1.6TB compressed storage on LTO-4 Ultrium media Utilizes SCSI LVD for stable and fast data connectivity Half-height external design offers flexible installation options Compatible with various backup and archiving software solutions Includes a complete kit for quick setup and deployment This tape drive is typically found in backup rooms, server closets, or data archives where dependable long-term storage is crucial. It helps maintain data integrity over time while minimizing the risk of loss.

Use Cases
The 3503-LTO Tandberg Data tape drive is primarily deployed in IT environments requiring reliable, high-capacity archival and backup solutions. Organizations with legacy SCSI infrastructure or those managing physical media for compliance and disaster recovery benefit from its robust external design and proven LTO-4 technology. How It's Used: Data centers that maintain long-term retention policies use this drive for scalable, offsite data archiving. Enterprise IT departments rely on it for scheduled backups of critical transactional databases in rack-mounted server rooms. SMB networks with limited NAS capabilities employ the drive to supplement disk-based backup with tape for cost-effective storage. Remote office sites integrate it as a secure, portable backup solution for intermittent data synchronization with headquarters. Compliance-driven industries utilize the drive to fulfill regulatory requirements for immutable data storage and audit trails. This tape drive supports operational continuity by enabling efficient data offload and retrieval within existing SCSI environments. Its half-height form factor facilitates versatile deployment, ensuring scalability alongside evolving storage demands in diverse enterprise contexts.