
LTO-5 Tape Drive User’s Guide 1
Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter provides an introductory overview of the LTO-5 Tape Drive.
Topics i n c l u de:
• Overview
• Drive Models
• Features
Overview
The LTO-5 Tape Drive is a high-performance 16-channel tape drive that
complies with the LTO interchange specifications. The drive is suited for mid-
range to high-end servers, mainframe systems, and tape library automation
systems.
The LTO-5 Tape Drive uses Ultrium data cartridges. Its capacity is maximized
using intelligent data compression. The drive has a native capacity of 1500
Gbytes (1.5 TB) or 3000 Gbytes (3.0 TB) assuming 2:1 data compression.
The LTO-5 Tape Drive has a 5¼-inch form factor with automatic
electromechanical cartridge soft load. It is available in two models:
•Internal
•Tabletop
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