- Backward compatibility with LTO 4 (read and write) and LTO 3 (read) media
- Speed matching and channel calibration for improved performance
- Media partitioning for faster access to stored data
- Support for host Application Managed Encryption (AME)
- Support for SAS adapters for improved performance and reliability
- Support for leading operating systems and popular backup software
The fifth-generation IBM Linear Tape-Open (LTO) Half-High Ultrium Drive delivers twice the capacity (up to 3.0 TB) with significantly greater performance (up to 280 MBps) than the preceding generation, extending the proven reliability and low-cost of ownership LTO lineage to effectively meet the demanding backup, archival, and regulatory compliance requirements of your System x environment. This enterprise data protection offering is available in a 5.25" half-height internal form factor for integration into IBM System x tower servers and external IBM 1U rackmount enclosures or a half-height external unit for standalone table top or rack shelf applications.