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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 System Storage TS2250 Tape Drive Express LTO 5. Key specifications include Type: Server component, Compatibility: IBM System x/Power Systems. 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→ 46C1748
SPECIFICATIONS
TypeServer component
CompatibilityIBM System x/Power Systems
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
IBM MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN SAS CONNECTOR 46C1748 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 46C1748 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
3580S5ECompatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
compatible
3580-H5SCompatible
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - Option
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
StatusUNKNOWN
Availability—
RoHS CompliantEAR99ESD SensitiveNot HAZMAT
THIS PART SUBSTITUTES FOR 4
3580-H5SSUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
3580S5ESUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
46C2109SUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
6160S5ESUBSTITUTE
IBM LTO5 SAS 6G HH External TS2250 Express Model H5S Tape Drive - FRU
IBM
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 46C1748?
46C1748 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 46C1748?
There are 4 known substitutes for 46C1748: 3580S5E, 3580-H5S, 46C2109 and 1 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 46C1748 still available?
46C1748 is currently Unknown.
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