3573-L2U — Technical Data Sheet

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IBM · OPTICAL_TAPE · LTO_TAPE

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

LTO generations NOT backward compatible for writing (2 gen back for read) SAS and FC interface options — match to existing infrastructure

LTO-8 cannot write to LTO-6 tapes (only read LTO-7 and LTO-8)

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

IBM TS3100 TAPE LIBRARY

The IBM TS3100 Tape Library is a IBM tape media or drive component used in enterprise backup, archival, and disaster recovery environments. Key specifications include OVERALL WIDTH: 17.600 INCHES NOMINAL IN, OVERALL HEIGHT: 3.840 INCHES NOMINAL IN, OVERALL LENGTH: 31.900 INCHES NOMINAL IN, SPECIAL FEATURES: LARGE CAPACITY; HIGH-PERFORMANCE TAPE BACKUP FOR CRITICAL DATA; 1 DRIVE; 24 TAPE CARTRIDGES; 1 MAIL SLOT. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-565-1484, 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→ 3573-L2U

NSN: 7025-01-565-1484
FSC: 7025
CAGE: 1U0E6 — IBM (USA)

SPECIFICATIONS

OVERALL WIDTH	17.600 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL HEIGHT	3.840 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL LENGTH	31.900 INCHES NOMINAL IN
SPECIAL FEATURES	LARGE CAPACITY; HIGH-PERFORMANCE TAPE BACKUP FOR CRITICAL DATA; 1 DRIVE; 24 TAPE CARTRIDGES; 1 MAIL SLOT
NSN	7025-01-565-1484

COMPONENT DIAGRAM

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 (FLIS)

OVERALL LENGTH	31.900 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL HEIGHT	3.840 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL WIDTH	17.600 INCHES NOMINAL IN
SPECIAL FEATURES	LARGE CAPACITY; HIGH-PERFORMANCE TAPE BACKUP FOR CRITICAL DATA; 1 DRIVE; 24 TAPE CARTRIDGES; 1 MAIL SLOT
OVERALL LENGTH	31.900 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL HEIGHT	3.840 INCHES NOMINAL IN
OVERALL WIDTH	17.600 INCHES NOMINAL IN
SPECIAL FEATURES	LARGE CAPACITY; HIGH-PERFORMANCE TAPE BACKUP FOR CRITICAL DATA; 1 DRIVE; 24 TAPE CARTRIDGES; 1 MAIL SLOT

VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 3

TS3100Interchangeable

Same NIIN cross-reference

interchangeable

35732ULCompatible

IBM TS3100 Tape Library Model L2U - Option

compatible

23R9679Primary

IBM TS3100 Tape Library

primary

LIFECYCLE

StatusACTIVE

AvailabilityOEM and secondary market

RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT

THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 1

35732ULSUBSTITUTE

IBM TS3100 Tape Library Model L2U - Option

IBM

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is 3573-L2U?

3573-L2U is a IBM TS3100 Tape Library manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).

What parts can replace 3573-L2U?

There are 3 known substitutes for 3573-L2U: TS3100, 35732UL, 23R9679. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.

What is the NSN for 3573-L2U?

3573-L2U is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 7025-01-565-1484. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.

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