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Giochi Preziosi · 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

The IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE is a Giochi Preziosi networking component designed for high-speed data center interconnects and enterprise network infrastructure. Key specifications include unit_design: DESK TOP, printer_type: INK JET, interface_type: DB 25 MALE, paper_feed_mechanism: TRAY. This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 6145-00-635-5507, 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 5550
NSN: 6145-00-635-5507
FSC: 6145
CAGE: 0TW39 — ALMO WIRE & CABLE, INC. (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
unit_designDESK TOP
printer_typeINK JET
interface_typeDB 25 MALE
paper_feed_mechanismTRAY
NSN6145-00-635-5507
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
GIOCHI P MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN FC 8Gb CONNECTOR 5550 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 | FC 8Gb | 12TB native Half-height 5.25" | 360MB/s | 30TB compressed TITLE TAPE DRIVE PN 5550 MFR Giochi Preziosi IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE
KEY FEATURES
FC 8Gb Interface
8GB Capacity
CROSS SECTION OUTSIDE DIAMETER: 0.258 INCHES NOMINAL IN
VOLTAGE RATING: 150.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS
MATERIAL: PLASTIC POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION ALL CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY: 8 SINGLES
CONDUCTOR FORM: STRANDED ALL CONDUCTORS
SURFACE TREATMENT: TIN CORE CONDUCTOR ALL CONDUCTORS
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
  • Data center top-of-rack switching
  • High-speed server interconnects (10G/25G/40G/100G)
  • Storage network fabric (iSCSI, FCoE)
  • Campus and branch network infrastructure
  • Firewall and security appliance connectivity
  • WAN edge and SD-WAN deployments
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS (FLIS)
CROSS SECTION OUTSIDE DIAMETER0.258 INCHES NOMINAL IN
VOLTAGE RATING150.0 MAXIMUM ROOT MEAN SQUARE (RMS) OPERATING VOLTAGE ALL CONDUCTORS
MATERIALPLASTIC POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) FIRST POSITION PRIMARY INSULATION ALL CONDUCTORS
MATERIALCOPPER CORE CONDUCTOR ALL CONDUCTORS
CONDUCTOR ARRANGEMENT AND QUANTITY8 SINGLES
MATERIALPLASTIC POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) FIRST POSITION JACKET CABLE
CONDUCTOR FORMSTRANDED ALL CONDUCTORS
SURFACE TREATMENTTIN CORE CONDUCTOR ALL CONDUCTORS
TEMP RATING80.0 CELSIUS DEGC
COLORCHROME FIRST POSITION JACKET CABLE
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 15
5550Upgraded Successor
successor cross-reference
successor
6896Upgraded Successor
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successor
1523Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
05550-091-030Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
283-5Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
7914-5Interchangeable
interchangeable cross-reference
interchangeable
LIFECYCLE
StatusCANCELLED
Availability
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 5550?
5550 is a IBM LTO 7 HH FC 8GB TAPE DRIVE manufactured by Giochi Preziosi. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
What parts can replace 5550?
There are 15 known substitutes for 5550: 5550, 6896, 1523 and 12 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
Is 5550 still available?
5550 is currently cancelled.
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