| Type | Tape Library |
| Model | IBM TS4300 Base Unit |
| Machine Type | 6741 |
| Form Factor | 3U rack-mountable |
| Tape Drive Compatibility | LTO Ultrium 7, 8, and 9 |
| Base Module Tape Drives Supported | Up to 3 |
| Base Module Cartridges Supported | Up to 40 |
| Max Library Expansion | Up to 280 slots and 21 tape drives (16U up to 48U with expansions) |
| Expansion Capability | Up to 6 expansion units |
| Media Type | LTO Ultrium |
| LTO9 Native Capacity per Cartridge | 18 TB |
| LTO9 Compressed Capacity per Cartridge | 45 TB |
| Power Requirements | 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz |
| Power Consumption (typical) | 150 Watts |
| Hot-Swap Components | Tape drives, power supply |
IBM TS4300 3U Tape Library Base - Max 48U
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- 3U base unit scalable up to 48U for storage expansion
- TAA compliant for government and enterprise-level deployments
- Manufactured in Hungary to meet global sourcing standards
- Enterprise-grade tape automation designed by IBM
- Optimized for long-term, secure offline data storage
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- Ideal for environments requiring TAA compliance, ensuring eligibility for government and regulated sector deployments
- Scalable from 3U to 48U, allowing flexible investment and IT growth planning
- Backed by IBM’s enterprise-grade tape storage technology for trusted reliability and performance
Product Overview
The IBM TS4300 Tape Library Base Unit (Machine Type 6741) delivers high-performance tape storage tailored for long-term data retention and expansion. Its scalable 3U-to-48U design makes it a flexible solution for enterprise data centers. With TAA compliance and manufacturing based in Hungary, it meets sourcing and regulatory requirements. Ideal for secure backups and archival strategies, the TS4300 delivers reliability, cost-efficiency, and future-proof scalability to demanding IT environments.
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Product Overview
Wireless Features
| Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
| Country of Origin | Hungary |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| RoHS Compliance | Yes |
| FCC Certification | Class A |
| UL Certification | Yes |
| EMC Standards | EN55032, EN55024, EN61000 |
Advanced Security Features
| Encryption Capability | Yes (Drive-level encryption - LTO-7 or higher) |
| WORM Support | Yes (Write Once Read Many) |
| Key Management | IBM Security Key Lifecycle Manager (SKLM) support |
Interfaces
| Interface Type | Fibre Channel, SAS (varies by drive option) |
| Drive Interface Option | 6 Gb SAS or 8/16 Gb Fibre Channel |
| Host Connectivity | FC or SAS cables (drive-dependent) |
| Library Interface | Ethernet (for management), USB (service), Serial |
| Ethernet Port | 1 x 1 GbE (RJ-45) for remote management |
Physical & Environmental
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 132 mm x 447 mm x 856 mm (5.2 in x 17.6 in x 33.7 in) |
| Weight (Base Module) | Approx. 34.5 kg (76 lbs) without drives |
| Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% RH |
| Noise Level | 56 dB (idle) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
| Remote Management | Web-based GUI via Ethernet interface |
| Firmware Management | Upgradeable via web interface |
| Management Software | IBM Spectrum Archive, IBM Spectrum Protect |
