Description
IBM TS3100 Tape Library Express 3573-X2U with LTO-6 Fibre Channel drive, 2.5TB native per cartridge, robotic loader, and LCD management panel.
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | IBM |
| Model | TS3100 Tape Library Express |
| Part Number | 3573-X2U |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount Tape Library |
| Included Components | 1 × LTO-6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive, 1 × Controller Card, Robotic Cartridge Handler, Front LCD Panel |
| Drive Technology | LTO-6 |
| Interface | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity | Up to 6.25TB per cartridge |
| Native Speed | Up to 160 MB/s |
| Compressed Speed | Up to 400 MB/s |
| Management | Front LCD panel with system configuration and monitoring |
Product Features
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Enterprise-class 2U tape library with automated robotic cartridge handling.
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Equipped with an IBM LTO-6 Fibre Channel drive for high-capacity data backup.
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Native capacity of 2.5TB per cartridge, expandable to 6.25TB with compression.
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High transfer speed: up to 160 MB/s native (400 MB/s compressed).
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LCD front panel provides intuitive management, monitoring, and status updates.
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Compact 2U rackmount design for efficient data center deployment.
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Reliable, scalable backup solution for growing enterprise storage needs.
General Product Information
The IBM TS3100 Tape Library Express (3573-X2U) is a reliable and efficient 2U rackmount backup solution designed for medium to large enterprises requiring secure, high-capacity data protection. Outfitted with one IBM LTO-6 Fibre Channel internal tape drive, this library delivers 2.5TB native capacity per cartridge (up to 6.25TB compressed) while providing impressive transfer speeds of 160 MB/s native and 400 MB/s compressed.
Built with an automated robotic cartridge handling system, the TS3100 simplifies backup workflows by reducing manual intervention, improving efficiency, and lowering operational costs. Its front-panel LCD provides a user-friendly interface for configuration, monitoring, and system management.
Ideal for long-term data archiving, disaster recovery, and compliance-driven storage needs, the IBM TS3100 offers a robust, scalable, and cost-effective solution. With its Fibre Channel connectivity, it integrates seamlessly into existing SAN environments, making it an essential component of enterprise data protection strategies.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | TS3100 Tape Library Express |
| Part Number | 3573-X2U |
| Form Factor | 2U Rackmount |
| Drive Type | IBM LTO-6 Fibre Channel |
| Interface | Fibre Channel (FC) |
| Native Capacity | 2.5TB per cartridge |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25TB per cartridge |
| Transfer Speed | 160 MB/s native, 400 MB/s compressed |
| Included Components | 1 × LTO-6 FC Tape Drive, Controller Card, Robotic Cartridge System, LCD Panel |
| Power Supply | Integrated redundant power options |
| Management | LCD control panel for configuration & monitoring |
| Compatibility | IBM Tivoli, Symantec NetBackup, CommVault, and other enterprise backup software |
Compatible Products
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IBM Tivoli Storage Manager
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Symantec NetBackup, Veeam, CommVault backup solutions
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Enterprise SAN environments with Fibre Channel support
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IBM Power Systems, Dell PowerEdge, and HP ProLiant servers
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Operating systems: Windows Server, Linux (RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu), UNIX (AIX, Solaris)
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise backup and archiving
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Disaster recovery solutions
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Compliance-driven long-term data retention
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Secure offsite backup strategies
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Hybrid storage environments combining disk and tape
Comparison Angle
The IBM TS3100 (3573-X2U) improves upon previous generations by integrating LTO-6 Fibre Channel technology for greater capacity, higher transfer rates, and lower cost per terabyte. Compared to standalone tape drives, the TS3100 offers robotic automation, easier management, and scalable cartridge handling, making it more efficient and enterprise-ready.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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Additional IBM LTO-6 data cartridges for capacity expansion
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IBM TS3200 Tape Library for higher scalability
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Fibre Channel HBA cards for server integration
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Rackmount PDUs and UPS systems for power protection
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Backup software licenses (Veeam, CommVault, Symantec NetBackup)