Name: 3508-LTO Tandberg Data LTO-3 Ultrium 400GB/800GB SCSI LVD HH Tape Drive
Brand: Tandberg Data
SKU: 3508-LTO
Price: 584.68 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The 3508-LTO Tandberg Data tape drive delivers robust LTO-3 data storage with a focus on capacity and compatibility. It fits inside servers and connects via SCSI to handle backups and archiving tasks where dependable, high-volume tape storage is needed.

General Information
Brand	Tandberg Data
Part Number	3508-LTO

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO-3, Ultrium
Capacity Compressed	800 GB
Capacity Native	400 GB
Recording Format	Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Ultrium LTO-3
Backward Compatibility	Read/Write with LTO-2 (one generation back)
Hot Pluggable	No
Hot Swappable	No

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SCSI

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

Miscellaneous
Compliance Standards	WEEE, RoHS, CE, FCC

Product Description
The 3508-LTO Tandberg Data tape drive provides dependable data storage using LTO-3 Ultrium technology. It is often found in data centers and backup environments where large volumes of data need to be archived efficiently. IT professionals and system administrators typically rely on this drive for its balance of speed and capacity in mid-range storage solutions. Built for internal use, this half-height tape drive fits into standard server bays and connects via a SCSI LVD interface, making it compatible with many existing enterprise setups. It’s commonly used in backup applications, disaster recovery, and long-term data retention tasks. Key Features Offers 400GB native storage with 800GB compressed data capacity Uses a SCSI LVD interface for consistent and fast data throughput Half-height internal design fits inside typical server chassis Backward compatibility with LTO-2 tapes allows smooth transition Enhanced reliability and error correction for secure data handling This tape drive is typically deployed in offices and server rooms where reliable, high-capacity backup is critical. It helps maintain data integrity over time and supports efficient archival workflows without demanding excessive space.

Use Cases
The 3508-LTO Tandberg Data tape drive is commonly deployed in enterprise and SMB data centers requiring scalable and reliable backup solutions. It is well-suited for environments where integration with legacy SCSI interfaces is necessary, supporting data preservation and archival workflows. How It's Used: Data centers implementing tiered backup strategies to offload high-volume data from primary storage. Enterprise IT departments managing long-term retention of compliance and regulatory data. Small to medium businesses integrating tape storage into existing SCSI-based server racks. Backup administrators utilizing LTO-3 media for incremental and full backups in virtualization environments. Remote offices requiring efficient data archiving with half-height form factor drives installed in local servers. This tape drive facilitates operational continuity by providing a dependable medium for data offload and archive, enabling scalable storage management without disrupting active server workloads. Its compatibility and form factor allow seamless incorporation into established infrastructure, optimizing resource utilization.