Tape libraries are an important part of enterprise storage, offering reliable solutions for long-term data backup and archiving. IBM TS Tape Libraries, alongside popular options like HPE MSL, Dell PowerVault are industry leaders in this space.
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While IBM continues to produce new models such as the TS4300 and TS4500, several older models like the TS3500 and TS3310 are no longer available new but can still be found refurbished. This mix of availability ensures businesses can choose the right solution based on their budget and needs.
IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
Overview - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
The IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader offers automated backup with high-density storage in a 1U form factor, suitable for rack systems or desktop environments. The TS2900 supports the latest LTO Ultrium tape technology, featuring both 6 and 12 Gbps SAS interfaces for powerful performance.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
Feature | Details |
Slim Profile | Designed for rack systems, providing automated, high-capacity tape storage in a 1U form factor. |
Advanced LTO Technology | Supports LTO Ultrium 9, 8, and 7, offering reliable performance with backward compatibility. |
Web-Based Management | Includes remote management capabilities for operational control without physical interaction. |
Bar Code Reader | Allows synchronous or random access of cartridges, simplifying library operations. |
Removable Tape Magazine | Enables quick population and removal of media, with a capacity of 9 tape cartridges. |
I/O Station | Ensures continuous operation when inserting or removing cartridges. |
Backward Compatibility | LTO Ultrium drives support writing to prior generation media and reading two generations back. |
Data Capacity | LTO Ultrium 9: Up to 162 TB (405 TB compressed); LTO Ultrium 8: Up to 108 TB (270 TB compressed); LTO Ultrium 7: Up to 54 TB (135 TB compressed). |
Data Transfer Rate | Supports up to 300 MBps for LTO Ultrium 9, 8, and 7. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
Specification | Details |
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) | |
Available Models | LTO Ultrium 9: 3572-S9H |
LTO Ultrium 8: 3572-S8H | |
LTO Ultrium 7: 3572-S7H | |
Optional Feature Codes | Desk-side Cover Kit: FC #7010 |
Additional Tape Magazine: FC #8111 | |
Rack-Mount Kit: FC #7006 | |
Tape Cartridge Capacity | 9 |
I/O Stations | 1 |
Physical Dimensions (HxWxD) | 1.7 in × 19.02 in × 33.3 in (43.6 mm × 445 mm × 847 mm) |
Weight | 28.6 lb (13 kg) without drives and cartridges |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
The TS2900 supports 6 and 12 Gbps SAS attachments for selected IBM System servers and other open-system platforms, including Linux and Microsoft Windows. For the latest interoperability details, visit IBM Interoperability Support.
Part Numbers - IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader
Component | Part Number | Description |
TS2900 Tape Autoloader | 6171-S9H | Base unit equipped with an LTO Ultrium 9 Half-High SAS Tape Drive. |
6171-S8H | Base unit equipped with an LTO Ultrium 8 Half-High SAS Tape Drive. | |
6171-S7H | Base unit equipped with an LTO Ultrium 7 Half-High SAS Tape Drive. |
IBM TS3100 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS3100
The IBM TS3100 Tape Library is tape storage with a 2U form factor, the TS3100 supports one full-high or up to two half-high LTO Ultrium tape drives and up to 24 cartridge slots. It is ideal for businesses requiring reliable backup and archival operations with enhanced performance and flexibility.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS3100
Feature | Details |
Compact Design | 2U rack-mount or standalone form factor for easy integration into existing IT environments. |
Drive Options | Supports LTO Ultrium 7, 6, and 5 with SAS or Fibre Channel connectivity. |
Storage Capacity | Up to 144 TB native (360 TB compressed) with LTO Ultrium 7 cartridges. |
High Transfer Rate | Up to 300 MBps native (750 MBps compressed) per LTO Ultrium 7 drive. |
Removable Magazines | Two 12-cartridge removable magazines for fast population and storage. |
I/O Station | Single-cartridge I/O station for uninterrupted library operations during media exchange. |
Management Features | Includes a bar code reader and web-based remote management for efficient operation. |
Partitioning | Supports up to four logical libraries with independent drives and storage slots. |
Encryption Support | Optional system-managed or library-managed encryption for enhanced data security. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS3100
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | 2U rack-mount or standalone. |
Drive Technology | LTO Ultrium 7, 6, and 5 Full-High (FH) and Half-High (HH). |
Drive Interface | SAS (6 Gbps) or Fibre Channel (8 Gbps). |
Number of Drives | 1 FH or up to 2 HH. |
Cartridge Slots | 24. |
Storage Capacity | Up to 144 TB native (360 TB compressed) with LTO Ultrium 7 cartridges. |
Transfer Rate | Up to 300 MBps native (750 MBps compressed) per LTO Ultrium 7 drive. |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI, SNMP, and email notifications via Ethernet (10/100 Mbps). |
Power Supply | Single 250W AC fixed power supply with IEC 320-C14 connector. |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 448 mm x 740 mm x 87 mm (17.6 in. x 29.1 in. x 3.4 in.). |
Weight | 15 kg (33 lbs) without rack-mount kit. |
Operating Environment | Temperature: 10–35°C (50–95°F); Humidity: 15–80%. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS3100
Supported OS | Details |
Microsoft Windows | Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, 6, 7; SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, 11, 12. |
Backup Software | Compatible with major ISV solutions, including IBM Spectrum Protect, Symantec Backup Exec, and EMC NetWorker. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS3100
Component | Part Number | Feature Code |
TS3100 Tape Library | 61732UL | AS5W |
IBM TS3200 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS3200
The IBM TS3200 Tape Library is a tape storage solution designed for larger-scale backup and archival operations. With a 4U form factor, the TS3200 supports up to four half-high or two full-high LTO Ultrium tape drives and up to 48 cartridge slots.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS3200
Feature | Details |
Large Capacity | 4U rack-mount or standalone form factor with 48 cartridge slots for extensive storage. |
Drive Options | Supports LTO Ultrium 7, 6, and 5 with SAS or Fibre Channel connectivity. |
High Storage Capacity | Up to 288 TB native (720 TB compressed) with LTO Ultrium 7 cartridges. |
Fast Transfer Rates | Up to 1.2 GBps native (3 GBps compressed) across four LTO Ultrium 7 drives. |
Removable Magazines | Four 12-cartridge removable magazines for quick media population and storage. |
I/O Station | Three-cartridge I/O station for uninterrupted library operation during media exchange. |
Partitioning | Supports up to four logical libraries for independent operations. |
Management Features | Includes a bar code reader and web-based remote management for efficient operation. |
Encryption Support | Optional system-managed or library-managed encryption for enhanced data security. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS3200
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | 4U rack-mount or standalone. |
Drive Technology | LTO Ultrium 7, 6, and 5 Full-High (FH) and Half-High (HH). |
Drive Interface | SAS (6 Gbps) or Fibre Channel (8 Gbps). |
Number of Drives | Up to 2 FH or 4 HH, or a combination of 1 FH and 2 HH. |
Cartridge Slots | 48. |
Storage Capacity | Up to 288 TB native (720 TB compressed) with LTO Ultrium 7 cartridges. |
Transfer Rate | Up to 1.2 GBps native (3 GBps compressed) across four LTO Ultrium 7 drives. |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI, SNMP, and email notifications via Ethernet (10/100 Mbps). |
Power Supply | Redundant 250W AC power supplies with IEC 320-C14 connectors (optional second power supply). |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 448 mm x 740 mm x 175 mm (17.6 in. x 29.1 in. x 6.9 in.). |
Weight | 21.3 kg (47 lbs) without rack-mount kit. |
Operating Environment | Temperature: 10–35°C (50–95°F); Humidity: 15–80%. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS3200
Supported OS | Details |
Microsoft Windows | Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, 6, 7; SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, 11, 12. |
Backup Software | Compatible with major ISV solutions, including IBM Spectrum Protect, Symantec Backup Exec, and EMC NetWorker. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS3200
Component | Part Number | Feature Code |
TS3200 Tape Library | 61734UL | AS5X |
IBM TS3310 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS3310
The IBM TS3310 Tape Library is a modular, scalable solution for data backup and archival operations. It supports up to 26 tape drives and 409 cartridge slots within a single rack footprint. The system can expand vertically from 5U to 41U and offers advanced features such as encryption and logical library configurations for enhanced data security and flexibility.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS3310
Feature | Details |
Modular Scalability | Scales vertically from 5U to 41U, allowing incremental growth as storage needs increase. |
High Capacity | Accommodates up to 409 tape cartridge slots and 26 tape drives in a single rack footprint. |
Data Security | Offers optional library-managed and system-managed encryption for secure data handling. |
Logical Library Support | Configurable tape drives as individual logical libraries for workload separation and management. |
Vertical Expansion | Allows seamless integration of expansion units for increased storage capacity. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS3310
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | Modular rack-mount system expandable from 5U to 41U. |
Drive Technology | LTO Ultrium tape drives supporting multiple generations. |
Number of Drives | Up to 26 drives. |
Cartridge Slots | Up to 409 slots. |
Storage Capacity | Up to 1.03 PB native (2.57 PB compressed) with LTO Ultrium 9 cartridges. |
Transfer Rate | Varies by LTO Ultrium drive generation; up to 300 MBps per drive (750 MBps compressed). |
Management Interface | Web-based remote management, SNMP, and email notifications. |
Encryption Options | Library-managed and system-managed encryption for secure data. |
Power Supply | Redundant power supplies for reliability. |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | Varies by configuration; fully expanded: 41U. |
Weight | Varies by configuration. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS3310
Supported OS | Details |
Microsoft Windows | Windows Server 2008, 2012, 2016. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5, 6, 7; SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10, 11, 12. |
Backup Software | Compatible with major ISV solutions, including IBM Spectrum Protect, Symantec Backup Exec, and EMC NetWorker. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS3310
Component | Part Number | Feature Code |
Base Unit (5U) | TS3310-5U | N/A |
Expansion Unit (5U) | TS3310-EXP-5U | N/A |
IBM TS3500 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS3500
The IBM TS3500 Tape Library is a highly scalable and automated tape storage solution, ideal for enterprise-level backup and archival requirements. It supports multiple drive technologies and high cartridge capacities, ensuring adaptability to diverse workloads.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS3500
Feature | Details |
Scalability | Modular design supporting up to 192 drives and 15 PB of storage capacity. |
Drive Options | Supports IBM TS1150, TS1140, LTO Ultrium 5, 6, 7, 8 drives. |
High Cartridge Count | Holds up to 20,000 LTO cartridges with high-density frames. |
Fast Data Access | Native data transfer rates up to 360 MBps per drive. |
Redundancy | Redundant power and cooling modules for reliability. |
Partitioning | Logical library partitioning for independent workloads. |
Encryption Support | Includes options for library-managed and system-managed encryption. |
Management Features | Advanced web-based GUI and remote monitoring for ease of use. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS3500
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | Modular rack-mounted library expandable vertically and horizontally. |
Drive Technology | IBM TS1150, TS1140, and LTO Ultrium (5-8). |
Drive Interface | Fibre Channel and SAS. |
Number of Drives | Up to 192. |
Cartridge Slots | Up to 20,000 (with high-density frame configurations). |
Storage Capacity | Up to 15 PB (native) and 45 PB (compressed) with TS1150 drives. |
Transfer Rate | Up to 360 MBps (native) per drive. |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI, SNMP support, and advanced error reporting. |
Power Supply | Redundant power supplies with high efficiency. |
Dimensions | Configurable modular design; dimensions vary by configuration. |
Operating Environment | Temperature: 10–35°C (50–95°F); Humidity: 20–80%. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS3500
Supported OS | Details |
Microsoft Windows | Windows Server 2012, 2016, and 2019. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. |
Backup Software | IBM Spectrum Protect, Veritas NetBackup, and other major ISV solutions. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS3500
Component | Part Number |
TS3500 Base Frame | 3584-L22 |
IBM TS4300 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS4300
The IBM TS4300 Tape Library is a scalable tape storage solution designed to meet the growing demands of secure, long-term data retention. Ideal for industries like financial services, healthcare, and life sciences, the TS4300 offers a modular 3U base design, expandable up to 16 modules, enabling up to 640 LTO cartridge slots and up to 48 tape drives.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS4300
Feature | Details |
Scalability | Modular design scales from a 3U base module to 48U with up to 16 modules. |
Drive Options | Supports LTO Ultrium 9, 8, 7, and 6 drives in full-high (FH) and half-high (HH) configurations. |
High Capacity | Up to 11.52 PB (compressed) storage capacity with LTO Ultrium 9 cartridges. |
Fast Transfer Rates | Up to 400 MB/s native transfer rate per drive (LTO Ultrium 9 FH). |
Flexible Partitioning | Supports up to 21 logical libraries, allowing independent operations. |
Enhanced Security | Features Library Managed Encryption (LME) and WORM media for secure data storage. |
I/O Station | Configurable I/O slots per module for seamless media import/export during operation. |
Remote Management | Web-based GUI, SNMP, and email notifications for easy library management. |
Redundant Components | Hot-swappable drives and power supplies for enhanced reliability. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS4300
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | 3U rack-mount base module; expandable up to 16 modules (48U). |
Drive Technology | LTO Ultrium 9, 8, 7, and 6 in FH and HH formats. |
Drive Interface | SAS 12 Gbps or 6 Gbps; Fibre Channel 8 Gbps. |
Number of Drives | Up to 3 HH or 1 FH + 1 HH per module; maximum 48 drives in a 16-module library. |
Cartridge Slots | 40 per module; maximum 640 in a fully configured system. |
Storage Capacity | Up to 11.52 PB compressed (LTO Ultrium 9, 16-module configuration). |
Transfer Rate | Up to 400 MB/s (LTO Ultrium 9 FH). |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI, SNMP, email notifications via dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports. |
Power Supply | Up to 2 redundant 230 W hot-swappable power supplies per module (80 PLUS Silver certified). |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 446 mm x 873 mm x 133 mm (17.6 in. x 34.4 in. x 5.2 in.). |
Weight | Base module: 21 kg (46.3 lbs); Expansion module: 13 kg (28.7 lbs). |
Operating Environment | Temperature: 15–32°C; Humidity: 20–80%; Max altitude: 3,050 m. |
Warranty | 3-year CRU limited warranty with next-business-day parts delivery. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS4300
Supported OS | Details |
Windows | Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES). |
Backup Software | Compatible with IBM Spectrum Protect, Veritas Backup Exec, and other major ISV solutions. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS4300
Component | Part Number | Feature Code |
TS4300 Tape Library Base Module | 6741A1F | B16H |
TS4300 Expansion Module | 6741B3F | BXM6 |
IBM TS4500 Tape Library
Overview - IBM TS4500
The IBM TS4500 Tape Library is a tape storage solution designed to address the needs of enterprises dealing with large data volumes. It supports modern workloads, including big data, cloud, IoT, and backup, and offers modular scalability with advanced management capabilities.
Key Features and Benefits - IBM TS4500
Feature | Details |
Scalability | Modular design supports up to 17 expansion frames, with both right and left side expansions. |
Drive Options | Supports TS1160, TS1155, TS1150, TS1140 (3592), and LTO Ultrium 8, 7, 6, and 5 drives. |
High Capacity | Up to 351 PB native storage (1,053 PB compressed) with 3592 cartridges. |
Fast Transfer Rates | Up to 400 MB/s native transfer rate per drive. |
Flexible Partitioning | Advanced Library Management System (ALMS) enables dynamic creation and management of logical libraries. |
Enhanced Security | Features Library Managed Encryption (LME) and Write Once, Read Many (WORM) media. |
Integrated Management | Includes IBM Spectrum Archive and centralized management through a unified GUI. |
Redundant Components | Dual robotic accessors and hot-swappable drives and power supplies for high availability. |
Technical Specifications - IBM TS4500
Specification | Details |
Form Factor | Base frame (L25/L55): 10U rack space; Expandable with up to 17 frames. |
Drive Technology | TS1160, TS1155, TS1150, TS1140 (3592), and LTO Ultrium 8, 7, 6, and 5 drives. |
Drive Interface | SAS or Fibre Channel connectivity. |
Number of Drives | Up to 16 per frame (12 in frame 1); maximum 128 drives per library. |
Cartridge Slots | Up to 23,170 total cartridge slots with LTO (L55, D55, S55 frames). |
Storage Capacity | 351 PB native (1,053 PB compressed) with 3592 cartridges; 278 PB native (695 PB compressed) with LTO 8. |
Management Interface | Web-based GUI, CLI, IBM Spectrum Archive, SNMP, and email notifications. |
Power Supply | Up to 2 redundant hot-swappable power supplies per frame. |
Dimensions (WxDxH) | 780 mm x 1,538 mm x 1,940 mm (base frame). |
Operating Environment | Temperature: 15–32°C; Humidity: 20–80%; Max altitude: 3,050 m. |
Warranty | 3-year CRU limited warranty with next-business-day parts delivery. |
Compatibility and Support - IBM TS4500
Supported OS | Details |
Windows | Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019. |
Linux | Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES). |
Backup Software | Compatible with IBM Spectrum Protect, Veritas Backup Exec, and other major ISV solutions. |
Part Numbers - IBM TS4500
Component | Part Number |
TS4500 Base Frame Tape Library | 3584-L25 |
TS4500 Drive-Capable Expansion Frame (D25) | 3584-D25 |
TS4500 Drive-Capable Expansion Frame (D55) | 3584-D55 |
TS4500 Storage-Only Expansion Frame (S25) | 3584-S25 |
TS4500 Storage-Only Expansion Frame (S55) | 3584-S55 |
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