Compare IBM tape libraries and autoloaders
Published capacities and rates describe the stated configuration. Open each model for media compatibility, host connections and source qualifications.
| Model | Form factor | Positions / drives | Capacity context | Published rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IBM TS29003572 | 1U / standalone | 9 positions / 1 HH drive | 162 TB native with nine LTO 9 tapes | Drive-generation dependent |
| IBM TS31003573-L2U | 2U | 24 / 2 HH or 1 FH | 288 TB calculated native media total | Drive / job dependent |
| IBM TS32003573-L4U | 4U | 48 / 4 HH or 2 FH | 288 TB calculated native media total | Drive / job dependent |
| IBM TS35003584-L53 | Floor-standing frames | 64 to 287 in cited L53 base | Slot / media / licence dependent | Drive configuration dependent |
| IBM TS43003555-L3A; 3555-E3A | 3U per module | 40 / module; 280 in cited 3555 library | 3.36 PB native, 280 LTO 8 data tapes | Up to 400 MB/s native / LTO 9 FH drive |
| IBM TS45003584; L55 / D55 / S55 LTO frames | Floor-standing frames | 882 in catalog configuration; frame / licence dependent | Frame / media / licence dependent | Drive / concurrency dependent |
Native tape capacity excludes compression. Physical positions may also hold cleaning media or serve the I/O station.
IBM tape libraries and autoloaders (7)
IBM TS2900 3572
Automate a small backup rotation in one rack unit with the TS2900. Its nine-cartridge magazine and one SAS drive reduce manual tape changes; we can match the exact 3572 model to your existing media.
IBM TS3100 3573-L2U
Automate 24 cartridge positions in 2U with the TS3100. Its compact chassis supports two half-height drives; send us the existing media and interface for a replacement or upgrade quote.
IBM TS3200 3573-L4U
Automate 48 cartridge positions in 4U with the TS3200. Up to four half-height drives can handle separate backup jobs; send us the installed drive labels for a matched configuration quote.
IBM TS3500 3584-L53
Maintain a large LTO archive with a TS3500 3584-L53 base frame and its matching expansion hardware. Send us the frame models, drive labels and enabled slot count so we can quote the repair or expansion you need.
IBM TS4300 3555-L3A
Grow automated LTO backup from one 3U TS4300 module to a seven-module 3555 library. We can match the base, expansion modules and drive sleds to your media and backup window.
IBM TS4500 3584
Scale a large tape archive with TS4500 drive and storage frames instead of replacing the whole library. Send the frame models, licensed slots and drive inventory so we can size a configuration or service quote.
IBM TS3100 and TS3200 3573-L2U
Choose between the 2U TS3100 and 4U TS3200 by cartridge count and concurrent backup jobs. We can identify the right library and replacement drive from your 3573 label, media generation and host interface.