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IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 Tape Drive Module Half Height 6TB/15TB TS4300
IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 Tape Drive Module Half Height 6TB/15TB TS4300
- LTO-7 Half-Height Tape Drive Module
- 6TB Native / 15TB Compressed Capacity
- Designed for IBM TS4300 Tape Library
- IBM Certified Enterprise Tape Module
- High-Speed LTO-7 Data Transfer Rate
- Backward Compatible with LTO-6 Media
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IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 Tape Drive Module Half Height 6TB/15TB TS4300
The IBM 01PL478 is an LTO-7 half-height tape drive module built for the IBM TS4300 Tape Library. It delivers 6TB native and up to 15TB compressed capacity per cartridge at a 2.5:1 ratio, making it well-suited for enterprise backup, archiving, and long-term data retention workflows.
Its half-height form factor allows denser drive population within the TS4300 chassis compared to full-height drives. This means more drives can operate simultaneously, maximizing backup throughput and reducing backup window times for enterprise environments.
The IBM 01PL478 supports backward read and write compatibility with LTO-6 media, protecting existing tape investments during upgrades. It is fully certified for the IBM TS4300 ecosystem and compatible with IBM Spectrum Protect and other enterprise backup software platforms.
Specifications IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 Tape Drive TS4300
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Benefits of IBM 01PL478 LTO-7
- 6TB native / 15TB compressed per cartridge reduces media cost per TB for long-term archive
- Half-height form enables denser drive population for higher simultaneous throughput
- LTO-7 backward compatibility with LTO-6 media protects existing tape investments
- Tape technology provides offline air-gap protection against ransomware for backup data
- IBM TS4300 certified ensures full library management and IBM support compatibility
Why Choose IBM 01PL478 LTO-7
- IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 half-height provides enterprise tape backup for IBM TS4300 libraries
- High native capacity reduces total cartridge count and media storage costs for archives
- Half-height maximizes TS4300 drive density for maximum backup throughput capacity
- Tape air-gap protection is critical for ransomware-resistant enterprise backup strategy
- IBM certified TS4300 module with full IBM Spectrum Protect and backup software support
Where IBM 01PL478 LTO-7 Tape Drives Used
- IBM TS4300 tape libraries requiring LTO-7 half-height drive module capacity expansion
- Enterprise backup infrastructure using IBM TS4300 for long-term data retention
- Data archive systems requiring cost-effective LTO-7 tape capacity for cold storage
- Organizations migrating from LTO-6 to LTO-7 tape within IBM TS4300 environments
- Compliance data retention systems requiring offline tape storage for audit purposes
Frequently Asked Questions
What library is IBM 01PL478 designed for?
The IBM 01PL478 is designed for installation as a drive module in the IBM TS4300 Tape Library system.
What is the native capacity per LTO-7 cartridge?
Each LTO-7 cartridge holds 6TB native capacity and up to 15TB compressed at a 2.5:1 compression ratio.
Is LTO-7 backward compatible with LTO-6?
Yes, LTO-7 drives support read and write of LTO-6 cartridges, protecting existing tape media investments.
Why use tape for enterprise backup?
Tape provides cost-effective high-capacity storage with offline air-gap protection against ransomware and cyber threats.
What backup software supports this drive?
The IBM 01PL478 is compatible with IBM Spectrum Protect and other major enterprise backup software platforms.