Introduction

Abstract
IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader for Lenovo is an entry-level compact 1U tape unit that offers IBM tape reliability, density, and performance for entry-level and compact tape libraries at a cost effective price.

This product guide provides essential pre-sales information on the TS2900 Tape Autoloader that is available from Lenovo, its key features and specifications, components and options, and configuration guidelines.

This guide is intended for technical specialists, sales specialists, sales engineers, and IT architects who want to learn more about the TS2900 Tape Autoloader and consider its use in IT solutions.

Change History
Changes in the January 15 update:

Added LTO Ultrium 7 M8 Uninitialized Data Cartridges 5-Pack
Updated LTO Ultrium 8 tape media availability

Introduction
IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader for Lenovo (Machine Type 6171) is an entry-level compact 1U tape unit that offers IBM tape reliability, density, and performance for entry-level and compact tape libraries at a cost-effective price.

With a capacity of nine cartridges, the TS2900 Tape Autoloader is a rack-mountable or deskside unit that contains a single IBM LTO Ultrium half-high SAS tape drive. The choice of the tape drives includes IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S8H), IBM LTO Ultrium 7 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S7H), IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S6H), or IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S5H).

The TS2900 is an ideal solution if you need an entry-level larger capacity or higher performance tape backup with or without random access. The TS2900 is an excellent choice for tape automation for Lenovo servers.

The TS2900 Tape Autoloader is shown in the following figure.

Did you know?
The TS2900 Tape Autoloader uses patented high-density slot technology that allows you to maximize available backup storage capacity by offering the nine-cartridge magazine in only 1U of rack space.

Featuring the latest LTO Ultrium 8 technology, the TS2900 Tape Autoloader provides up to 270 TB of 2.5:1 compressed backup storage capacity.

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Performance

Product type

Storage auto loader & library

Media type

Tape Cartridge

Interface

Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)

Internal

N

Data storage type

LTO

Compression ratio

2.5:1

Form factor

1U

Standard interfaces

Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)

Storage media types supported

LTO-7,LTO-7HH

Number of slots (max)

9

Storage

Native capacity

9000 GB

Compressed capacity

22500 GB

Data transmission

Supported data transfer rates

300 MB/s; 750 MB/s

Data transfer rate

0.3 Gbit/s

Power

Power requirements

100 V AC - 240 V AC (4.0 A to 1.5 A)

Power supply type

AC

Power consumption (typical)

110 W

Features

Product colour

Black

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)

10 - 38 °C

Storage temperature (T-T)

1 - 60 °C

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

20 - 80%

Storage relative humidity (H-H)

10 - 90%

Operating altitude

0 - 2500 m

Operating temperature (T-T)

50 - 100 °F

Weight & dimensions

Width

483 mm

Depth

850 mm

Height

44 mm

Weight

13 kg

Other features

Data compression

2.5:1