Name: 46X5689 IBM 1.5TB Native 3TB Compressed LTO-5 Internal Tape Drive
Brand: IBM
SKU: 46X5689
Price: 629.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The IBM 1.5TB/3TB LTO-5 internal tape drive is designed to deliver dependable data backup within business environments. It fits into IBM systems to extend storage capabilities with efficient, high-capacity tape technology. The drive handles large backups while maintaining compatibility and security standards typical in corporate data management.

General Information
Brand	IBM
Part Number	46X5689

Technical Information
Media Type	LTO-5 Ultrium
Capacity Compressed	3 TB (2:1 compressed)
Capacity Native	1.5 TB
Recording Format	Linear Tape-Open (LTO-5) Ultrium
Backward Compatibility	LTO-4 (read/write)

Interfaces/Ports
Interface	SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics
Condition	Refurbished
Weight	5.00

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

Product Description
This IBM internal tape drive is built for efficient data backup and archiving using LTO-5 technology, offering 1.5TB native storage with up to 3TB compressed capacity. Often found in enterprise storage environments, it handles large volumes of data securely and efficiently. Commonly used in data centers and IT departments, this tape drive suits businesses needing dependable long-term storage solutions for critical information. It’s favored by system administrators and backup specialists overseeing data retention and disaster recovery. Key Features High native capacity with compression for extended storage Fast data transfer rates to reduce backup windows Internal design for seamless integration into IBM servers Enhanced encryption for data security during storage Reliable LTO-5 standard ensuring compatibility with existing tape libraries This tape drive is typically deployed in enterprise IT infrastructures focusing on backup and archival needs. It plays a key role in protecting data integrity over time without requiring constant maintenance. The balance of capacity, speed, and security makes it a practical choice for managing large datasets.

Use Cases
The IBM 1.5TB Native 3TB Compressed LTO-5 Internal Tape Drive is primarily utilized in enterprise and mid-sized data centers requiring reliable, high-capacity backup and archival solutions. It is well suited for IT environments managing large volumes of data where secure and efficient long-term storage is critical. How It's Used: Backup and archival in enterprise IT departments managing virtualization platforms and large-scale databases. Data protection in remote office setups that require secure offsite storage integration with central IBM storage systems. Disaster recovery workflows in regulated industries needing encrypted tape backups to comply with data sovereignty requirements. Long-term data retention for media production companies dealing with large video and graphic asset libraries. Integration into storage clusters to offload cold data and reduce primary storage costs in cloud service provider environments. This tape drive supports operational efficiency by enabling scalable, encrypted storage backups that align with enterprise data management policies. Its compatibility with existing IBM infrastructure simplifies integration and helps maintain consistent performance across complex storage environments.