IBM TS4500 Tape Library

Next-generation cloud storage solution that delivers high storage density and integrated management

TS4500 product

Next-generation storage

The IBM TS4500 Tape Library is designed to help midsized and large enterprises respond to cloud storage challenges. It incorporates the latest generation of industry-leading linear tape-open (LTO) and IBM enterprise class technology that will help organizations handle the growing data demands of modern tape use cases.

Benefits
Implement flexible growth

Grow from both the right and the left side of the first L frame, as models can be placed in any active position.

Support capacity on demand

Use support for entry-level, intermediate and base-capacity configurations.

Utilize dynamic storage management

Create and change logical libraries and configure any drive into any logical library.

Increase overall system availability

Help increase mount performance and overall system availability with dual robotic accessors.

Gain file-level access to data

Access data at the file-level without the need for proprietary applications.

Upgrade with a flexible path

Provide a flexible upgrade path when you want to expand your tape storage as your needs grow.

Features

Use case

IBM TS4500 with IBM LTO Tape Drive

The IBM TS4500 tape library leverages the power of IBM LTO-10 with storage of up to 40 TB (native) per cartridge delivering efficient data storage and retrieval for enterprises with extensive storage needs. The high-capacity design and advanced features make it a reliable choice to help organizations optimize their storage infrastructure while managing vast amounts of data with ease.

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Resources ISV Matrix for IBM TotalStorage 3592 tape drives

Independent Software Vendor Matrix (ISV) for IBM TotalStorage 3592 tape drives and LTO. 

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IBM TS4500 Tape Library Documentation

Get all the support you need for your IBM TS4500 Tape Library. 

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IBM System Storage Interoperation Center

Visit the IBM System Storage Interoperation Center to see the possibilities the IBM TS4500 Tape Library can offer you.

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Take the next step

Get started by reading the IBM TS4500 R9 Tape Library Guide or talk to an expert to learn more about the IBM TS4500.

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