IBM TS2900 LTO Tape Autoloader
Provides a low profile, entry-level IBM LTO tape storage solution that is supported in open system platforms
Overview
The IBM® TS2900 Tape Autoloader is an entry-level automated backup for rack systems and small to midsize businesses. With a low-profile, high-density storage capacity, the TS2900 is ideally suited for backup and archival operations. The TS2900 is available with half-height LTO Ultrium tape technology, with 12 and 6 Gbps SAS drive options. Web-based remote management and a bar code reader help provide ease of use. The TS2900 can be used in a rack system or on a desktop next to a server in an office.
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Benefits
Slim profile
1U system designed for rack system environments for automated, high-capacity tape storage.
Latest version of Linear Tape-Open (LTO)
Features the latest generation of Linear Tape-Open (LTO) with Ultrium 9 half-height technology, designed for reliable performance in small to midsize open-system environments.
Low entry price
Offers the lowest entry price of any IBM tape automation offering half-height tape technology.
Product Specifications
Remote management
Offers web-based management of library to help provide operational control of the TS2900 without the need to physically touch the unit.
Bar code reader
Gives the option of synchronous or random access of tape cartridges, facilitating operation.
Removable tape magazine
Facilitates the population of the library more quickly. It also enables the removal of media from the library and allows for a convenient storage device. It comes with 9 tape cartridge capacity.
I/O station
Allows for continuous library operation when inserting or removing cartridges. Features a 6 and 12 Gbps SAS interface.
Backwards capability
Allows LTO Ultrium 9 tape drives to read and write LTO Ultrium 8 media. Allows LTO Ultrium 8 tape drives to read and write LTO Ultrium 7 media. LTO Ultrium 7 tape drives to read and write LTO Ultrium 6 media and read LTO Ultrium 5 media.
Physical capacity
Achieves a physical capacity for the LTO Ultrium 9 of up to 162 TB (405 TB with 2.5:1 compression). For the LTO Ultrium 8 of up to 108 TB (270 TB with 2.5:1 compression). For the LTO Ultrium 7 of up to 54 TB (135 TB with 2.5:1 compression).
Data transfer rate
Provides a data transfer rate with LTO Ultrium 9, 8 and 7 of up to 300 MBps.
Benefit from the lowest entry price of any IBM half-height tape solution
Drive options
Half-height LTO Ultrium 9: 12 Gbps SAS
Half-height LTO Ultrium 8: 6 Gbps SAS
Half-height LTO Ultrium 7: 6 Gbps SAS
Half-height LTO Ultrium 6: 6 Gbps SAS
Available models
LTO Ultrium 9 3572 S9H
LTO Ultrium 8 3572 S8H
LTO Ultrium 7 3572 S7H
LTO Ultrium 6 3572 S6H
Optional feature codes
Desk-side cover kit
FC #7010
Additional tape magazine
FC #8111
Rack-mount kit
FC #7006
Number of tape drives
1
Tape cartridge capacity
9
I/O stations
1
Physical capacity
LTO Ultrium 9: Up to 162 TB
(405 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
LTO Ultrium 8: Up to 108 TB
(270 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
LTO Ultrium 7: Up to 54 TB
(135 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
LTO Ultrium 6: Up to 22.5 TB
(56.25 TB with 2.5:1 compression)
Data transfer rate
LTO Ultrium 9, 8, 7: Up to 300 Mbps
LTO Ultrium 6: Up to 160 Mbps
LTO Ultrium 5: Up to 140 Mbps
Dimensions
(H x W x D) 1.7 in. x 19.02 in. x 33.3 in.
(43.6mm x 445 mm x 847 mm)
Weight
28.6 lb (13 kg) without drive and cartridges
Attachment and systems support
TS2900 supports 12 (LTO 9) and 6 Gbps
(LTO 8, 7) attachments available for selected
IBM System servers and other Linux and
Microsoft Windows open-system servers.