IBM System Storage TS2230 Tape Drive Express Model

The TS2230 has a storage capacity of up to 800 GB, with 2:1 compression, making it an excellent entry-level tape storage solution businesses requiring low-cost backup or real-time archival data in a small window of time.  With a native data transfer rate of up to 60 Mbps, the TS2230 is an excellent alternative to slower 1/4-inch, 44 mm and 8 mm DLT/SDLT tape solutions.  In fact, the TS2230 offers double the capacity of existing HH LTO2 drives available on the market.

IBM System Storage TS2340 Tape Drive Express Model

An external stand-alone or rack mounted unit, the TS2340 the encryption of data and a 3 Gbps SAS connection.  It also can read and write LTO Ultrium 3 Data cartridges and read LTO Ultrium 2 Data Cartridges.  With a physical storage capacity of up to 1.6 TB (with 2:1 compression) when used in conjunction with the new IBM Ultrium 800 GB data cartridge, and a native transfer rate of up to 120 Mbps, the TS2340 is reliable storage solution whether your business utilizes a high-performance network server or individual workstations.

IBM System Storage TS3100 Tape Library Express Model

IBM System Storage TS3100 Tape Library Express featuring half-high Ultrium 3 technology

The IBM TS3100 Tape Library featuring Ultrium 3 technology uses Linear Tape-Open technology handle growing storage requirements cost effectively and with exceptional ease.  Well suited to handle backup, save/restore, and archival data needs in a small to mid-sized environment, the TS3100 is a 2U system with 24 data cartridge slots and remote library management capabilities for greater flexibility and accessibility.  It features Ultrium 3 native physical capacities up to 9.6 TB (up to 19.2 TB using 2:1 compression) and the use of 1-2 LTO Ultrium 3 Half High Tape Drives with a native data rate of up to 60 MB ps.

IBM System Storage TS3200 Tape Library Express Model

Ideally suited to handle data backup, storage, and save-restore functions for small to medium-sized environments, the TS3200 is an external 4U standalone or rack-mountable unit with exceptional performance technology.  The TS3200 incorporates up to two Ultrium 4 or Ultrium 3 tape drives and 48 tape cartridge slots, as well as a standard bar code reader and remote management unit for greater flexibility of data deployment and operation.

IBM System Storage TS3200 Tape Library Express Model featuring Ultrium 3 technology, P/N 3573L34 and P/N 3573S34

IBM System Storage TS3310 Tape Library

Rapidly growing data requires a system capable of expanding with you.  The IBM System Storage TS3310 Tape Library, allows you to start small with only a 5 EIA rack unit high library, and over time allows for the expansion of additional 9U modules, each themselves with room for additional cartridges, tape drives and redundant power supplies.  The entire system grows vertically, then, optimizing your storage capabilities.

IBM TotalStorage 3580 Tape Drive

The IBM TotalStorage 3580 model L33 Tape Drive is an external standalone or rack-mountable unit designed to make a perfect entry point in the line of IBM Ultrium tape products.  The 3580 model L33 can read and write LTO Ultrium 2 Dta Cartridges and read LTO Ultrium 1 Data Cartridges, as well as provide an excellent transitional path from DLT or SDLT, 1/4-inch, 4mm, and 8mm tape drives.

IBM TotalStorage 3580 Tape Drive Express Model

Compatible with all major operating systems and ISV applications, the TotalStorage 3580 Tape Drive Express is an essential tool for businesses in need of quick and reliable access to data.  Appropriate for networked servers or individual workstations, the TotalStorage 3580 Tape Drive Express is the logical business answer to growing storage needs with shrinking backup windows.

IBM TotalStorage 7206 Model 336 External DDS Gen 5 Tape Drive

The IBM 7206 Model 336 External DDS Gen 5 (DAT72) Tape Drive is a cost-effective storage solution using popular DDS tape technology.  Designed to both read and write with previous generation 4mm tape media, the 7206 Model 336 features compatibility with a wide range of tape storage devices used internally on IBM systems.  A DAT72 physical capacity of up to 36 GB is nearly twice the capacity of DDS-4 tape drives and with it’s generous compatibility the 7206 Model 336 provides greater tape storage capacity at a price point similar to IBM 7206-220 Dds$ tape drives.

IBM TotalStorage 7206 Model VX3 External VXA-320 Tape Drive

The IBM 7206 Models VX2 and VX3 External VXA-2 or VXA-320 Tape Drives feature up to 160 GB capacity per cartridge (320 GB with 2:1 compression), a 12 Mbps sustained data rate (24 Mbps with 2:1 compression), and unique data packet formatting for variable speed operation.  The use of new VXA tape technology means greater tape storage capacity at a price point similar to DDS/DAT drives, as well as superior data quality and performance.

IBM TotalStorage 7207 External Tape Drive

IBM System Storage 7212 Storage Device Enclosure Express Model

The System Storage 7212 Express Model Storage Device features a compact design configurable for up to two storage devices, and offers a number of storage device options for both tape and DVD-RAM optical drives.  This drive makes an excellent choice for space limited environments, and can be configured for one EIA unit (1U) of a standard 19-inch server reach or as a low-profile desktop solution.