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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 16/32GB 14 TAPE DRIVE ASSM

The IBM 16/32gb 14 Tape Drive Assm is a IBM tape media or drive component used in enterprise backup, archival, and disaster recovery environments. Key specifications include hoist: 3.0 FEET FT, fiber_material: NYLON, special_features: LIGHTWEIGHT NYLON W/FRINGE; SCREEN PRINTED, style_designator: RECTANGULAR, nondefinitive_spec/std_data: I TYPE AND 1 CLASS, part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agency: PRINCIPAL STAFF ASSISTANT TO THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY. This product is currently in active production with full OEM support.

This part is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 8345-00-292-9560, 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 6383
NSN: 8345-00-292-9560
FSC: 8345
CAGE: 22571 — ARMY INSTITUTE OF HERALDRY THIS IS AN ORIGINAL DESIGN ACTIVITY NOT A MFR (USA)
SPECIFICATIONS
hoist3.0 FEET FT
fiber_materialNYLON
special_featuresLIGHTWEIGHT NYLON W/FRINGE; SCREEN PRINTED
style_designatorRECTANGULAR
nondefinitive_spec/std_dataI TYPE AND 1 CLASS
part_name_assigned_by_controlling_agencyPRINCIPAL STAFF ASSISTANT TO THE SECRETARY OF THE ARMY
NSN8345-00-292-9560
COMPONENT DIAGRAM
IBM MEDIA SLOT RDY ACT CLN SAS CONNECTOR 6383 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 6383 MFR IBM IBM 16/32gb 14 Tape Drive Assm
KEY FEATURES
32GB Capacity
FLY: 4.000 FEET FT
CLOTH NAME: BUNTING
DESIGN DESIGNATION: ALBANIA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF
NONDEFINITIVE SPEC/STD DATA: I TYPE AND 4 CLASS
HOIST: 3.000 FEET FT
PROCUREMENT GROUP CODE: 31975
FIBER MATERIAL: NYLON AND WOOL
STYLE DESIGNATOR: RECTANGULAR
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)
FLY4.000 FEET FT
CLOTH NAMEBUNTING
DESIGN DESIGNATIONALBANIA, PEOPLES REPUBLIC OF
NONDEFINITIVE SPEC/STD DATAI TYPE AND 4 CLASS
HOIST3.000 FEET FT
PROCUREMENT GROUP CODE31975
FIBER MATERIALNYLON AND WOOL
STYLE DESIGNATORRECTANGULAR
REFERENCE NUMBER DIFFERENTIATING CHARACTERISTICSAS DIFFERENTIATED BY MATERIAL AND SIZE
VERIFIED SUBSTITUTES & CROSS-REFERENCES 10
40D42Interchangeable
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ASB28Interchangeable
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542109Interchangeable
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FFS92Interchangeable
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27145S2Interchangeable
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A6383Interchangeable
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LIFECYCLE
StatusACTIVE
AvailabilityOEM and secondary market
RoHS CompliantEAR99Not HAZMAT
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is 6383?
6383 is a IBM 16/32gb 14 Tape Drive Assm manufactured by IBM. It is classified as a OPTICAL_TAPE (LTO_TAPE).
What parts can replace 6383?
There are 10 known substitutes for 6383: 40D42, ASB28, 542109 and 7 more. Substitute compatibility should be verified for your specific system.
What is the NSN for 6383?
6383 is cataloged in the Federal Logistics Information System (FLIS) under NSN 8345-00-292-9560. This indicates validated use in U.S. government and defense supply chains.
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