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IBM TS3100 3573-L2U and TS3200 3573-L4U

TS3100 vs TS3200 tape libraries

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.

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TS3100 positions
24
2U chassis
TS3200 positions
48
4U chassis
TS3100 HH drives
Up to 2
Or one full-height
TS3200 HH drives
Up to 4
Or two full-height
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IBM TS3100 and TS3200 specifications

IBM TS3100 and TS3200 configuration specifications
SpecificationModel detail
TS31003573-L2U, 2U, 24 cartridge positions
TS32003573-L4U, 4U, 48 cartridge positions
Drive capacityTS3100: 2 HH / 1 FH; TS3200: 4 HH / 2 FH
InterfacesDrive-specific SAS, Fibre Channel or legacy SCSI

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TS3100 versus TS3200 backup configuration
ChoiceTS3100TS3200
Machine type / model3573-L2U3573-L4U
Rack space2U4U
Cartridge positions2448
Half-height drivesUp to 2Up to 4
Full-height drivesUp to 1Up to 2
I/O allocation1 positionUp to 3 positions
Dedicated catalog media scopeIncludes LTO 8 HHLTO 4 through 7
Calculated LTO 7 media total144 TB native288 TB native

More cartridge positions extend the unattended rotation. More drives help concurrent jobs when the host and backup software can feed them. Neither choice establishes a fixed backup-window improvement.

Open the exact library model

TS3100 3573-L2U specifications and parts cover the compact library and its dedicated LTO 8 options. TS3200 3573-L4U specifications and parts cover the larger chassis and its documented LTO 4 through 7 configurations.

Replacement drive selection

Keep the feature code, service part number, drive height and interface together. Parts can share a feature number across source contexts while using different assembly numbers. Do not move a generic drive between the chassis solely because its LTO generation matches. Check library firmware and the retained archive before replacing it.

IBM TS3100 and TS3200 configuration qualifications

  • The previous combined page stopped both libraries at LTO 7. The dedicated TS3100 source explicitly lists LTO 8 HH features; TS3200 remains scoped to its own dedicated source.

Plan your IBM TS3100 and TS3200 configuration

  1. Identify the hardware. Send the complete model and serial number with drive labels, installed firmware and host adapter details.
  2. Check the backup job. Include the operating system, backup application and full-save size with the available backup and restore windows.
  3. Record retention and media. Include cartridge generations or disk retention, the key-management arrangement and the off-site recovery copy.
  4. Confirm installation. Record rack or floor space, rear service clearance and the existing power and cable connections.

IBM TS3100 and TS3200 technical references

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Parts and options for IBM TS3100 and TS3200

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TS3100 drive examples

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TS3100 drive examples for this model
Product Description Part numbers Feature codes Model note
LTO 8 HH FC 3573-L2U catalog assembly 8548
LTO 8 HH SAS 3573-L2U catalog assembly 8547
LTO 7 FH FC 3573-L2U catalog assembly 00WF765 8444; ATP0
LTO 7 HH FC 3573-L2U catalog assembly 00WF769 8448; ATP2
LTO 7 HH SAS 3573-L2U catalog assembly 00WF767 8447; ATP1
TS3200 drive examples

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TS3200 drive examples for this model
Product Description Part numbers Feature codes Model note
LTO 7 FH 8 Gb FC 3573-L4U catalog assembly 8444
LTO 7 HH 6 Gb SAS 3573-L4U catalog assembly 8447
LTO 7 HH 8 Gb FC 3573-L4U catalog assembly 8448
LTO 6 FH 8 Gb FC 3573-L4U catalog assembly 35P1609 8344
LTO 6 HH 6 Gb SAS 3573-L4U catalog assembly 35P1619 8347
LTO 6 HH 8 Gb FC 3573-L4U catalog assembly 35P1624 8348
Library feature choices

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Library feature choices for this model
Product Description Part numbers Feature codes Model note
Transparent LTO Encryption Compatible drive and key-manager prerequisites 5900
TS3200 rack feature 3573-L4U context 7002
TS3200 failover Qualifying multiple-drive configuration 1682

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