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The IBM 3583 Ultrium Scalable Tape Library is very versatile tape library. It is suitable for a wide variety of backup, archival and DR storage solutions. The IBM 3583 tape library features LTO technology in order to provide a perfect combination of high performance, high-capacity tape storage.

The IBM 3582 Ultrium Tape Library is the perfect solution for handling  all the storage needs of small to medium sized businesses. The IBM 3582 is capable of handling up to 2 tape drives and 23 tape cartridges. The IBM 3582 is an Ultrium Tape Library, that is designed from the ground up to leverage the LTO technology in order to cost effectively handle your growing storage requirements.
One of the great things about the IBM 3582 tape library, is it allows you take advantage of LTO technology in a high performance, high capacity solution all while paying an entry-level price. The 3582 tape library supports is capable of supporting up to 2 LTO2 or LTO3 drives. The LTO2 drive supports up to 35Mbps native data transfer, while the LTO3 drives support up to 80Mbps. The LTO3 drives are completely backwards compatible. This means that you can enjoy the advantages of utilizing LTO2 and LTO1 cartridges, while staying within your budget, and experiencing the performance advantages of LTO3. The LTO3 drives in the IBM 3582 library  support WORM functionality for long-term data retention requirements as well.

The IBM 3581 Ultrium Tape Autoloader features 8 tape cartridge slots and LTO Ultrium 2 or 3 tape drives.  The 3581 can be configured as a standalone unit, or configured to be rack-mounted in a slim 2U form factor.

The IBM 3580 Tape Drive is an extremely reliable tape drive perfect for small to midrange environments. It was designed to integrate freely into many different  storage environments, such as; Server (non-IBM & IBM), Automated library, and SAN-attached. The IBM 3580 uses the widely supported LTO specification which promotes standardization and allows for multiple media and drive providers. The IBM 3580 Tape Drive offers two different attachment choices. It offers an SCSI attachment for direct attachment to a storage device or; an FC attachment which allows multiple servers to be connected to a single storage device. Both of these attachemtns are completely interchangeable, for ultimate user convenience. The 3580 is compatible with major operating systems and ISV applications. It uses advanced technologies that optimize throughput, increase cartridge capacity and provide superior data protection.

     This past Monday, Oracle announced the implementation of real time performance based analytics to the administration of StorageTek tape libraries. This is one of the first major changes Oracle has made to StorageTek after they acquired the tape storage franchise with their buyout of Sun Microsystems. 

Tape libraries are essential for those looking to have long-term storage of backups or archives. Many people wonder why use tape libraries? A tape library is an important storage device containing a number of tape drives. Because of its importance, it is crucial to consider a number of things before purchasing a tape backup system. Tape libraries are considered a step up from autoloaders, a less expensive tape backup device that only has one robotic arm to move one tape drive. While tape libraries are more costly, they offer a much higher capacity, additional features, and are more reliable that autoloaders. When it comes to tape libraries deciding what features are key can be a daunting task, but there are some factors individuals can use to make a decision. When you need to archive your data, and you don’t necessarily need to access it right now, but when you need it, you need it, that’s when you need to start thinking about tape backup and storage.

The StorageTek T10000 Tape Drive data storage system is the ultimate in data storage and security. With this system all of your data can be securely backed up no matter how large your storage needs are. With advances in tape storage technology, you can now fit 5 times the storage capacity in the same space as before. If you have never had tape storage before, then the ease of use, reliability, and small size of tape libraries can be a major benefit.

If you are wondering if the LTO4 tape drive can handle your data – we offer 12 reasons to select the LTO 4 Tape Drive. With the glut of easily transferred information comes the necessity for more efficient, larger, and faster methods of storing data. While servers and personal computers store plenty of data, the possibility of a system crash is always a daunting one. Backing up your data is a necessary precaution to losing critical business and personal information to natural disaster or power surges. One of the best means of storing invaluable data remains the LTO4 Tape Drive. Here are 12 of the many benefits to using an LTO4 as a means of keeping and maintaining data. They include:

Is the Dell ML6000 Tape Library series right for your company? The ML6000 is a modular system designed to protect your company's valuable information - intelligently. It provides long-term investment security, a convenient self-diagnostic programming system, and the versatility to adapt to any software. Dell developed this series to provide midrange environments the ability to improve backup processes. The Dell ML6000 Tape Library has been an important asset for companies since it was launched in 2005, and it can be for yours as well. 

On September 17, 2011, InStock's founder, Steve Cline, continued his support of Arizona youth athletic programs by participating in the 1st Annual The Show Basketball Club Golf Tournament. Accompanied by Dave Cole, Scott Bavousett and Bruce Bauer they hit the links at Lone Tree Golf Club in Chandler, Arizona. The guys are pictured here with Kelsey Miranda and Christina Canez, members of The Show's 8th Grade team.