Type | Tape Library Expansion Unit |
Form Factor | 3U Rackmount |
Power Requirements | 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz |
Weight | 24.5 kg (54 lbs) |
Maximum Expansion Capability | 48U |
Model Number | 6741B3F |
LENOVO IBM TS4300 3U Tape Library Expansion - Max 48U


Key Benefits

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- Combines IBM enterprise-grade tape automation with open system affordability for high ROI
- 3U form factor offers up to 48U expansion, optimizing physical space in data centers
- TAA compliance ensures suitability for federal and government sector deployments
Product Overview
The LENOVO IBM TS4300 3U Tape Library Expansion (Model 6741B3F) is a modular, high-capacity storage system engineered for enterprise-grade tape automation. Supporting up to 48U of expansion, it integrates IBM reliability with cost-effective design. Compact dimensions (17.6"W x 34.4"D x 5.2"H) allow space-efficient deployment in data centers. The product is TAA-compliant and manufactured in Hungary, ensuring both regulatory alignment and global product support. Its USB interface offers integration flexibility. Ideal for long-term data retention while optimizing physical and energy resource expenditures.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.6 in (447 mm) |
Depth | 34.4 in (874 mm) |
Height | 5.2 in (132 mm) |
Mounting Type | Rack-mountable |
Operating Temperature | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F) |
Operating Humidity | 20% to 80% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) |
Acoustic Noise Level | 6.3 bels (operating) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management Capabilities | Via base TS4300 Management GUI |
Library Management | Web-based management through TS4300 base module |
Licensing Model | Standard Expansion – No License Required |
Monitoring Features | Email alerts, system logs, error reporting |
Interfaces
Interface Type | USB |
Port Type | USB 3.0 |
Host Connectivity | Through base TS4300 module (Fibre Channel or SAS Interface) |
Expansion Bus | Library-specific Expansion Cable |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Hungary |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE, FCC Class A, VCCI, BSMI, C-Tick, EAC |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
REACH Compliant | Yes |
Green Product | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption Support | Drive-based encryption support in TS4300 base unit |
Access Control | Role-based access provided in base module software |
Audit Logging | Yes – via TS4300 system logging |
Security Compliance | FIPS 140-2 (with supported drives) |