Architected to support affordable backup, save and restore and archival storage in sequential or random access mode with a standard bar-code reader, the IBM TS3100 is a highly functional tape storage solution featuring LTO Ultrium tape technology. The IBM TS3100 is an excellent choice for small to medium-size environments.


In a space conscious 2U form factor, the TS3100 delivers exceptional capacity, performance and dependability for midrange and network tape-storage environments. The IBM 3573 Model 2UL offers several drive options, which are detailed below.

IBM 3573 Model 2UL Drive Options:
  • Ultrium 4 Full Height: LVD SCSI (95P5002), 3 Gbps SAS (95P5006); Fibre Channel (95P5004)
  • Ultrium 3 Full Height: LVD SCSI (23R7260); 4 Gbps Fibre Channel (23R7261)
  • Ultrium 4 Half-Height: 3 Gbps SAS (45E2243)
  • Ultrium 3 Half-Height: LVD SCSI (95P4998); 3 Gbps SAS (95P5000)
  • Tape Drive Type: IBM LTO Ultrium 3 Half-Height and Full Height; IBM LTO Ultrium 4 Half-Height and Full Height
  • Number of drives: 1-2
  • Number tape cartridges: 24
  • Number mail slots: 1

Physical Capacity:

  • Up to 1.6 TB per cartridge compressed; 800 GB native native with LTO Ultrium 4
  • Up to 800 GB per cartridge compressed; 400 GB native with LTO Ultrium 3
  • Up to 38.4 TB per tape library compressed; 19.2 TB native with LTO Ultrium 4
  • Up to 19.2 TB per tape library compressed: 9.6 TB native with LTO Ultrium 3

Data transfer rate:

  • Up to 120 MBps native with LTO Ultrium 4 Full Height and Half-Height
  • Up to 80 MBps native with LTO Ultrium 3 Full-Height
  • Up to 60 MBps native with LTO Ultrium 3 Half-Height

For pricing on new or used IBM TS3100 tape libraries, please contact Vibrant sales at sales@vibrant.com or call 888-443-8606 or 952-653-1700.