Tired of backup failures and slow restore times? The Quantum scalar i3 IBM LTO-9, HALF HEIGHT, 12GB SAS TAPE drive module gives you a reliable way to store huge amounts of data quickly. It is built for large-scale tape libraries and helps you keep critical files safe without endless hardware upgrades.
Quantum scalar i3 IBM LTO-9, HALF HEIGHT, 12GB SAS TAPE drive module
Businesses that handle terabytes of information often struggle with limited storage capacity and long backup windows. When data cannot be written fast enough, projects stall and compliance risks rise. This drive module solves the problem by offering native 18 TB per tape and up to 45 TB compressed, while the 12 Gb/s SAS interface moves data at high speed. The half-height design fits neatly into existing Quantum Scalar i3 libraries, so you can add more capacity without redesigning your rack.
Benefits
- Massive native and compressed capacity reduces the number of tapes you need to manage.
- Fast 12 Gb/s SAS transfer cuts backup windows and speeds up restores.
- Half-height form factor saves rack space and simplifies library upgrades.
- Compatibility with LTO-9 and LTO-8 media lets you protect data now and in the future.
- Supports up to three drives per module, giving you flexible scaling options.
Usages
Use this module in data-center tape libraries to archive financial records, medical images, or video productions that require long-term retention. It works well for disaster-recovery sites that need to spin up large backups quickly. Small to midsize IT teams can also install it in a dedicated backup server to free up disk space for active workloads. The drives SAS connection integrates easily with existing servers and storage arrays.
Key Features
- Manufacturer: Quantum
- Drive type: LTO-9
- Form factor: Half Height
- Interface: 12 Gb SAS
- Port: Single mini-SAS-HD 8644
- Native capacity per tape: 18 TB
- Compressed capacity per tape: 45 TB
- Recording method: Linear Serpentine
- Supported media: LTO-9, LTO-8
- Maximum drives per module: 3
- Designed for Quantum Scalar i3 tape libraries
- Shipping weight: 6 lb
Specifications
| General |
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| Manufacturer |
Quantum |
| Product Name |
Scalar i3 IBM LTO-9 Tape Drive Module |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
LSC33-ATDX-L9NA |
| Product Type |
Tape Drive Module |
| Compatible Library |
Quantum Scalar i3 |
| Drive Type |
LTO-9 |
| Form Factor |
Half Height |
| Interface |
12Gb SAS |
| Port Type |
Single mini-SAS-HD 8644 Port |
| Storage & Performance |
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| Native Capacity |
18 TB |
| Compressed Capacity |
45 TB |
| Recording Method |
Linear Serpentine |
| Supported Media |
LTO-9, LTO-8 |
| LTO-7 (M8) Support |
Not Supported |
| Data Transfer Interface |
12Gb/s SAS |
| Maximum Drives per Module |
3 |
| Physical |
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| Shipping Weight |
6 lbs |
| Additional Information |
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| Designed For |
Quantum Scalar i3 Tape Libraries |
| Supported Connectivity |
SAS |
| Recommended Connector Type |
mini-SAS-HD 8644 |
