
Lenovo IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader w/LTO8 HH SAS
1 x Drive/9 x Slot - LTO-8 - 108 TB (Native) / 270 TB (Compressed) - 300 MB/s (Native) / 750 MB/s (Compressed) - SAS - Network (RJ-45) - 1UDesktop/Rack-mountable - 1 Year Warranty
- SKU
- 6171S8R
- Category
- Tape Autoloader/Libraries
$27,336.00
Back ordered — ships when restocked.
Genuine Lenovo through authorized distribution — TAA country-of-origin verified and NDAA §889 screened before checkout.
- SKU
- 6171S8R
- Category
- Tape Autoloader/Libraries
Overview
IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader for Lenovo (Machine Type 6171) is an entry-level compact 1U tape unit that offers IBM tape reliability, density, and performance for entry-level and compact tape libraries at a cost-effective price.
With a capacity of nine cartridges, the TS2900 Tape Autoloader is a rack-mountable or deskside unit that contains a single IBM LTO Ultrium half-high SAS tape drive. The choice of the tape drives includes IBM LTO Ultrium 8 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S8H), IBM LTO Ultrium 7 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S7H), IBM LTO Ultrium 6 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S6H), or IBM LTO Ultrium 5 Half-High SAS Tape Drive (Model S5H).
The TS2900 is an ideal solution if you need an entry-level larger capacity or higher performance tape backup with or without random access. The TS2900 is an excellent choice for tape automation for Lenovo servers.
Highlights
- An entry-level and compact tape library for high capacity, high performance, and high reliability.
- Adherence to LTO specifications.
- Support for one half-high LTO Ultrium 8, Ultrium 7, Ultrium 6, Ultrium 5, or Ultrium 6 SAS tape drive.
- Native cartridge capacity of up to 12 TB (Ultrium 8), 6 TB (Ultrium 7), up to 2.5 TB (Ultrium 6), or up to 1.5 TB (Ultrium 5).
- Native data transfer rate of up to 300 MB/s (Ultrium 8 or Ultrium 7), up to 160 MB/s (Ultrium 6), or up to 140 MB/s (Ultrium 5).
- One removable magazine that houses nine data cartridges (including one I/O station) to enable quick population of the tape library and ease the storage needs for media.
- A single I/O station to help support continuous library operations, while importing and exporting media with little or no disruption to library operation.
- A standard bar code reader with which you can operate the TS2900 in sequential (autoloader) or random (library) access mode.
- Mixed media support, including IBM LTO Ultrium 8, 7, 6, and 5 Write Once Read Many (WORM) media.
- Remote management capabilities to allow for administration of the TS2900 through a web interface.
Specifications
| Package Contents |
|
|---|---|
| Product Type | Tape Library |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 6171S8R |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Limited Warranty | 1 Year |
| Weight (Approximate) | 28.66 lb |
| Drive Type | LTO-8 |
| Form Factor | Desktop/Rack-mountable |
| Manufacturer | Lenovo Group Limited |
| Product Model | TS2900 |
| Product Name | IBM TS2900 Tape Autoloader w/LTO8 HH SAS |
| Rack Height | 1U |
| Brand Name | Lenovo |
| Height | 1.7" |
| Width | 19" |
| Depth | 33.5" |
| Number of Drives Installed | 1 |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| SAS | Yes |
| Number of Cartridge Slots | 9 |
| Native Storage Capacity | 108 TB |
| Compressed Storage Capacity | 270 TB |
| Maximum Native Data Transfer Rate | 300 MB/s |
| Maximum Compressed Data Transfer Rate | 750 MB/s |
Get a Lenovo quote
Send a bill of materials or part numbers — we confirm stock, TAA country of origin and a below-market total. No payment up front.




