IBM - 3573-8245 - IBM LTO5 FH SAS Drive 6Gbps (46X2683)

The IBM 3573-8245 is a refurbished IBM LTO-5 full-height (FH) SAS tape drive (46X2683) designed for reliable backup and long-term archiving in enterprise environments. With a 6Gbps SAS interface, it integrates into SAS-based backup infrastructures where predictable streaming performance and consistent media handling are required.

This drive is typically deployed as part of IBM tape solutions and can be used in compatible IBM tape enclosures and automation setups. For broader IBM infrastructure planning and sourcing, you can also align this drive with other IBM platform components and lifecycle spares.

Key Features

Below are the key technical characteristics of the IBM 3573-8245 LTO-5 FH SAS drive and where it fits in a professional backup architecture.

• LTO-5 tape drive technology to support enterprise backup and archive workflows on LTO media.
• Full-height (FH) drive form factor to fit compatible IBM tape drive bays and selected library/expansion modules.
• 6Gbps SAS host interface to connect to SAS HBAs and SAS-based backup servers.
• IBM part reference 46X2683 to help match the correct FRU/option during maintenance and replacement cycles.
• Designed for integration with IBM tape automation ecosystems to support unattended backup and scheduled retention jobs.
• Compatibility focus on IBM tape drive and library families that accept LTO-5 FH SAS mechanisms (for example, IBM TS3100/TS3200 library families when equipped with LTO-5 FH SAS drive options).
• Enterprise tape handling and error management features typical for LTO drives to help maintain stable reads/writes over long backup windows.
• Suitable for 24/7 data center operation to support recurring backup jobs, offsite rotation routines, and compliance archiving.

Refurbished Quality and Warranty

This unit is refurbished hardware, cleaned and tested by technicians before entering stock to help reduce the risk of hardware defects. Refurbished tape drives are a practical way to extend the lifecycle of existing backup environments, maintain compatibility with installed libraries, and reduce electronic waste while controlling budget versus buying new.

Tape drives, tape libraries and batteries include a three-month warranty from the date of purchase; extended warranty options are available on request. Direct Hardware Supply is an international supplier shipping worldwide from Denmark, and can help you source related IBM backup components such as LIBRARY systems, SAS/HBA and interface CONTROLLER options, and backup management SOFTWARE for complete integration.