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FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive Enterprise Backup Storage

SKU:
FP033
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • 3TB native capacity with LTO-5 technology for reliable data storage
  • SAS interface ensures fast and stable data transfer speeds
  • Backward compatible with LTO-4 cartridges for flexible use
  • Designed for enterprise backup and archiving solutions
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$741.37

Product Overview

The FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive provides a dependable solution for backing up vast amounts of data, fitting well within enterprise storage frameworks. It combines solid capacity with fast SAS connectivity and supports legacy media to accommodate varied storage setups. This drive is a common choice for businesses looking to maintain secure, long-term data archives with straightforward hardware integration.

General Information

Brand Dell
Part Number FP033

Technical Information

Media Type LTO-5,LTO Ultrium,Tape Cartridge,Tape Drive
Capacity Compressed 3 TB (compressed, 2:1)
Recording Format LTO Ultrium,Linear Tape-Open
Hot Pluggable Yes
Hot Swappable Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Interface SAS 6Gb/s

Physical Characteristics

Condition Refurbished
Weight 5.00

Miscellaneous

Compliance Standards RoHS, CE, FCC, UL


Product Description

The FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive is built for robust data backup and long-term archiving tasks. It offers a native storage capacity of 3TB, making it suitable for handling large amounts of data with efficiency and reliability. This tape drive is often found in data centers and enterprise IT environments where secure, high-capacity storage is essential.

Commonly used in backup servers and archival systems, the drive appeals to IT professionals and system administrators tasked with safeguarding critical data. Its SAS interface supports rapid data transfers, helping to keep backup windows short and minimal downtime.

Key Features

  • Supports native 3TB storage capacity with up to 1.5TB/hour transfer rates
  • Backward compatibility allows reading and writing on LTO-4 media
  • Utilizes SAS interface for consistent and fast connectivity
  • Includes hardware encryption for data security during transport and storage
  • Designed for enterprise-grade reliability and durability

This tape drive is typically deployed in environments where large-scale data backup and retention are critical, such as corporate data centers and regulated industries. It offers a practical balance between capacity, speed, and security, helping organizations maintain data integrity over time without frequent hardware changes.


Use Cases

The FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive is commonly deployed in enterprise IT environments requiring reliable long-term data retention. It serves organizations with substantial backup workloads, archival needs, and those maintaining hybrid storage infrastructures that incorporate tape as a cost-effective tier.

How It's Used:

  • Large data centers implementing tiered backup strategies to offload primary storage while ensuring data integrity.
  • Enterprise archival systems where compliance and long-term retention mandates necessitate durable tape storage.
  • IT departments in regulated industries leveraging backward compatibility to transition from LTO-4 media without data migration challenges.
  • Disaster recovery setups using tape drives for offline backup copies to protect against ransomware and data corruption.
  • Virtualization environments that require periodic full-system backups to tape for efficient data protection.

This tape drive supports operational efficiency by integrating seamlessly into existing backup workflows and scaling alongside growing data volumes. Its compatibility with legacy cartridges and high-throughput SAS interface contribute to maintaining consistent performance and simplifying tape-based storage management.


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FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive Enterprise Backup Storage
FP033 Dell LTO-5 3TB SAS Tape Drive Enterprise Backup Storage
$741.37