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3555-L3A — IBM TS4300 Tape Library Base Unit

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IBM · OPTICAL_TAPE · LTO_TAPE
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
IBM TS4300 TAPE LIBRARY BASE UNIT

3555-L3A: IBM TS4300 Tape Library Base Unit.

IBM TS4300 TAPE LIBRARY BASE UNIT. Key specifications include Connector: LC duplex, Data Rate: 1 Gbps, Fiber Type: Single-mode, Wavelength: 1310 nm, Form Factor: SFP, Max Distance: 10 km. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 7025-01-678-4121, indicating validated use in U.S. government and defense logistics supply chains.

Available through authorized enterprise resellers and TPM (Third Party Maintenance) channels. Verify compatibility with your specific system configuration before ordering.

WHERE IT FITS
OPTICAL_TAPE→ LTO_TAPE→ 3555-L3A
NSN: 7025-01-678-4121
NIINs: 016784121, 017081183
FSC: 7025 — Information Technology Input/output and Storage Devices
CAGE: FAA12 — COMPUTACENTER FRANCE (FRA)
SPECIFICATIONS
ConnectorLC duplex
Data Rate1 Gbps
Fiber TypeSingle-mode
Wavelength1310 nm
Form FactorSFP
Max Distance10 km
NSN7025-01-678-4121
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
IBM MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN SAS CONNECTOR 3555-L3A EJECT HALF-HEIGHT 5.25" LTO GEN GUIDE LTO-9: 18TB / 45TB comp LTO-8: 12TB / 30TB comp LTO-7: 6TB / 15TB comp LTO-6: 2.5TB / 6.25TB LTO-5: 1.5TB / 3TB comp THIS: LTO-8 12TB / 30TB / 360MB/s LTO-8 TAPE DRIVE | SAS | 12TB native Half-height 5.25" | 360MB/s | 30TB compressed TITLE TAPE DRIVE PN 3555-L3A MFR IBM IBM TS4300 Tape Library Base Unit
KEY FEATURES
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NONDEFINITIVE SPEC/STD DATA: FORM FACTOR 3U FORM
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FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION: SECURE, LONG-TERM DATA TAPE LIBRARY STORAGE
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Long-term data archival and compliance retention
  • Offsite backup and disaster recovery
  • Air-gapped ransomware protection
  • Cold storage tier for infrequently accessed data
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
OVERALL HEIGHT114.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
OVERALL LENGTH837.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
OVERALL WIDTH446.0 MILLIMETERS NOMINAL MM
NONDEFINITIVE SPEC/STD DATAFORM FACTOR 3U FORM
SPECIAL FEATURESFROM 2.5 TB NATIVE CAPACITY/UP TO 6.25 TB COMPRESSED CAPACITY (LTO ULTRIUM 6); ETHERNET INTERFACE; POWER SUPPLY- TAPE DEVICES; (SMI-S) ENABLED. TB
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTIONSECURE, LONG-TERM DATA TAPE LIBRARY STORAGE
PART NAME ASSIGNED BY CONTROLLING AGENCYTS4300 TAPE LIBRARY
SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES

No substitute or cross-reference records for this part.

LIFECYCLE
NSN statusActive· U.S. Government catalog
No demilitarization required
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 3555-L3A?
3555-L3A is a IBM TS4300 Tape Library Base Unit manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
What is the NSN for 3555-L3A?
3555-L3A is cataloged in the U.S. Government catalog under NSN 7025-01-678-4121. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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