Description
IBM TS3200 3573-L4U Tape Library with dual LTO-6 drives, SAS/FC interface, 48 slots, and up to 6.25TB per cartridge. Reliable enterprise backup & archiving.
Product Features
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High-capacity 4U rackmount tape library with dual LTO-6 drives.
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2.5TB native / 6.25TB compressed per cartridge for enterprise-scale storage.
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Up to 160MB/s native throughput ensures faster backup and recovery.
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48 cartridge slots supported for scalable long-term retention.
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Flexible SAS or Fibre Channel connectivity for seamless integration.
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Centralized IBM controller for easy management and automation.
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Designed for enterprise data protection, archival storage, and compliance.
General Product Information
The IBM TS3200 Tape Library (3573-L4U) is an enterprise-class storage solution engineered to meet the growing demands of high-capacity backup, archiving, and long-term data retention. Equipped with two LTO-6 Ultrium tape drives, it offers exceptional storage density, providing up to 2.5TB native or 6.25TB compressed per cartridge.
With support for up to 48 cartridges, the TS3200 delivers scalable storage expansion while maintaining a compact 4U rackmount form factor. Transfer rates of up to 160MB/s (400MB/s compressed) ensure high performance for enterprise backup and restore operations.
The library integrates seamlessly into IT infrastructures with SAS or Fibre Channel interfaces and features an IBM library controller for advanced automation and simplified management. Built with IBM’s trusted durability and reliability, the TS3200 is ideal for organizations requiring regulatory compliance, secure data archiving, or large-scale backup solutions.
Technical Specifications Table
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | IBM |
| Model | TS3200 (3573-L4U) |
| Tape Technology | LTO-6 Ultrium |
| Tape Drives Installed | 2 × Internal LTO-6 SAS/FC Drives |
| Capacity per Cartridge | 2.5TB native / 6.25TB compressed |
| Transfer Speed | Up to 160MB/s native (400MB/s compressed) |
| Cartridge Slots | Supports up to 48 |
| Controller | IBM Tape Library Controller Card |
| Interface | SAS or Fibre Channel |
| Form Factor | 4U Rackmount |
| Use Case | Backup, archiving, enterprise data protection |
Compatible Products
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IBM Power Systems, Lenovo ThinkSystem servers
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Dell PowerEdge and HP ProLiant servers with SAS/FC adapters
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Enterprise backup solutions (Veeam, Commvault, Veritas NetBackup, IBM Spectrum Protect)
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SAN/NAS infrastructures with SAS or Fibre Channel support
Ideal Use Cases
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Enterprise backup and disaster recovery
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Long-term archival and compliance storage
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Healthcare, financial, and legal data retention
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Cold storage for large-scale data environments
Comparison Angle
The IBM TS3200 (3573-L4U) surpasses earlier models by offering LTO-6 Ultrium technology, doubling the cartridge capacity of LTO-5 while boosting transfer speeds to 160MB/s native. Its 48-slot scalability and dual-drive architecture provide higher density and throughput, making it ideal for enterprises seeking efficient, future-proof backup and archiving.
Cross-Sell / Upsell Suggestions
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IBM LTO-6 or LTO-7 data cartridges
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SAS and Fibre Channel HBAs for server integration
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IBM Spectrum Protect or Commvault backup software
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Rackmount UPS units for power redundancy
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IBM TS4500 Tape Library for larger enterprise scalability