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IBM · OPTICAL_TAPE · LTO_TAPE
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
End-of-support has passed. Source through TPM channels with extended warranty coverage where possible. 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 System Storage TS2250 Tape Drive Express LTO 5. This product has reached end-of-marketing and is available through the secondary market and authorized resellers. 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→ 3580-S5E
SPECIFICATIONS
Part Number3580-S5E
ManufacturerIBM
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
IBM MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN SAS CONNECTOR 3580-S5E 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 3580-S5E MFR IBM IBM System Storage TS2250 Tape Drive Exp
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
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 4
3580-H5SCompatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
compatible
46C1748Compatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - FRU
compatible
46C2109Compatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - P/N
compatible
6160S5ECompatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
compatible
LIFECYCLE
StatusEOS
End of Sale2009-10-30
End of Support2023-12-31
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 4
3580-H5SSUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
IBM
46C1748SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
IBM
46C2109SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
IBM
6160S5ESUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 3580-S5E?
3580-S5E is a IBM System Storage TS2250 Tape Drive Express LTO 5 manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
What parts can replace 3580-S5E?
There are 4 known substitutes for 3580-S5E: 3580-H5S, 46C1748, 46C2109 and 1 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 3580-S5E still available?
3580-S5E is currently eos. End of Support: 2023-12-31.
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