Brand: Quantum · SKU: 3-06568-01 · MPN: 3-06568-01 · Category: Components
The Quantum LTO6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive (Part Number 3-06568-01) is a reliable storage component designed for Quantum Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries. It handles large data backups with its high capacity and fast transfer speeds, serving as a core asset in enterprise data archiving and backup systems. Built for IT professionals, this drive supports LTO-6 media, offering a native capacity of up to 2.5 TB per cartridge (6.25 TB compressed at 2.5:1). It features a Fibre Channel interface for reliable and fast connectivity and supports data transfer speeds up to 160 MB/s or 150MB/Sec (depending on source). It is backward compatible, capable of reading/writing LTO-5 and reading LTO-4 tapes. The drive is often found in data centers for enterprise backup, disaster recovery, and long-term data retention tasks. It is typically supplied in a refurbished condition by resellers and is hot-pluggable and hot-swappable. This specific model is often referred to as HP OEM.
| OEM | HP OEM |
|---|---|
| Interface | Fibre Channel (8Gb FC) |
| Media Type | LTO Ultrium (LTO-6) |
| Compatibility | Quantum Scalar i40 / i80 Tape Libraries |
| Hot Pluggable | Yes |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Native Capacity | 2.5 TB |
| Recording Format | Linear Tape-Open (LTO-6) |
| Max Transfer Speed | Up to 160 MB/s (or 150MB/Sec) |
| Compressed Capacity | 6.25 TB (2.5:1 compression) |
| Backward Compatibility | Read/write LTO-5; Read LTO-4 |
| Condition (Commonly Sold As) | Refurbished |
| Warranty | Varies (e.g., 6 months for purchase, 12 months for repair/exchange) |
| Weight | 3300 g |
| Dimensions | HH (Half-Height) |
A Quantum LTO-6 Fibre Channel tape drive module configured for use in Scalar i40 and i80 tape libraries, offering 2.5 TB native storage and up to 160 MB/s transfer rates for enterprise backup and archiving solutions.
Yes, this Quantum LTO-6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for Scalar i40 / i80 (3-06568-01) is 100% genuine Quantum hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This Quantum LTO-6 Fibre Channel Tape Drive for Scalar i40 / i80 includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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