IBM HH LTO Part 2 Worldwide Country-Unique Terms, Following terms apply to all Emea countries

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Part 2 - Worldwide Country-Unique Terms

ASIA PACIFIC

AUSTRALIA: The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section:

The warranties specified in this Section are in addition to any rights you may have under the Trade Practices Act 1974 or other legislation and are only limited to the extent permitted by the applicable legislation.

Extent of Warranty: The following replaces the first and second sentences of this Section:

The warranty does not cover the repair or exchange of a Machine resulting from misuse, accident, modification, unsuitable physical or operating environment, operation in other than the Specified Operating Environment, improper maintenance by you, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is not responsible.

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section:

Where IBM is in breach of a condition or warranty implied by the Trade Practices Act 1974, IBM’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of the goods or the supply of equivalent goods. Where that condition or warranty relates to right to sell, quiet possession or clear title, or the goods are of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or consumption, then none of the limitations in this paragraph apply.

PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA: Governing Law: The following is added to this Statement:

The laws of the State of New York govern this Statement.

INDIA: Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items 1 and 2 of this

Section:

1.liability for bodily injury (including death) or damage to real property and tangible personal property will be limited to that caused by IBM’s negligence;

2.as to any other actual damage arising in any situation involving nonperformance by IBM pursuant to, or in any way related to the subject of this Statement of Warranty, IBM’s liability will be limited to the charge paid by you for the individual Machine that is the subject of the claim.

NEW ZEALAND: The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section:

The warranties specified in this Section are in addition to any rights you may have under the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 or other legislation which cannot be excluded or limited. The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined in that Act.

Limitation of Liability: The following is added to this Section:

Where Machines are not acquired for the purposes of a business as defined in the Consumer Guarantees Act 1993, the limitations in this Section are subject to the limitations in that Act.

EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST, AFRICA (EMEA)

The following terms apply to all EMEA countries.

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Contents User’s Guide Page User’s Guide Page Contents Iv 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Safety Read first Vi 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Part 2 Appendixes Part 1 Installation and maintenance guideAbout this book Registering your optionViii 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Installation and user’s guide Product descriptionSoftware description General installation instructions Installation requirementsInstalling the drive Installing the drive in IBM serversSetting the Scsi ID Preparing for installationMounting the drive Attaching cables Completing the installationTurning on the device Using the driveUpdating the configuration Installing backup and restore softwareLoading tape cartridges Front Panel LEDsEmergency unload Unloading tape cartridgesSetting write protection on the cartridge Resetting the drivePacking the drive for shipping 10 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Appendix A. Maintenance Cleaning cartridgesCaring for tape cartridges 12 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Tape handling and storage Environmental issuesTape drive cleaning Appendix B. Tape handling14 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Physical specifications Appendix C. Product specifications16 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Computer does not restart after installation Appendix D. TroubleshootingUnderstanding LEDs Post-installation troubleshootingFault diagnosis 20 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Appendix E. Help and service information Online technical supportTelephone technical support HelpCenter Phone List Appendix F. Product warranty and notices Warranty StatementsIBM Warranty for Machines Extent of Warranty Items Not Covered by WarrantyWarranty Service Limitation of Liability Production Status26 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Warranties of ANY Kind 28 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Following terms apply to all Emea countries Part 2 Worldwide Country-Unique TermsFollowing terms apply to the country specified Appendix F. Product warranty and notices North America Federal Communications Commission FCC statement TrademarksEuropean Union emission directive Industry Canada Class B emission compliance statementAvis de conformite a la reglementation d’Industrie Canada Deutsche EMV-Direktive electromagnetische VerträglichkeitUnion Européenne Directive Conformité électromagnétique Unione Europea Directiva EMC Conformidad électromagnéticaUnion Europea Normativa EMC 36 100/200 GB HH LTO Internal Tape Drive User’s Guide Page Part Number 24P2397

HH LTO specifications

IBM's Linear Tape-Open (LTO) technology has become a cornerstone of data storage solutions, providing organizations with a reliable, cost-effective means to manage the vast amounts of data generated in today’s digital age. The IBM HH LTO, specifically referring to the Half-Height Linear Tape Open drives, brings together advanced features and technologies tailored to meet the needs of modern enterprises.

One of the main features of the IBM HH LTO drives is their impressive storage capacity. The latest LTO generation can store up to 18 TB of uncompressed data per cartridge, and with data compression, that number can effectively double to 36 TB. This high capacity allows organizations to store large datasets efficiently without needing to invest heavily in multiple storage media.

In terms of performance, IBM HH LTO drives are engineered for speed. With transfer rates that can reach up to 400 MB/s uncompressed and 800 MB/s compressed, these drives ensure that data backups and retrievals are swift and efficient. This boosts operational productivity, allowing IT teams to focus on strategic initiatives rather than data management tasks.

Technologically, the IBM HH LTO utilizes advanced error correction and data integrity features. The integration of features such as Linear Tape File System (LTFS) simplifies data management by providing file-system-like access to tape data. This makes it easier for users to manage and retrieve specific files without the need to work through a cumbersome backup system.

Another characteristic that stands out is the drive's environmental sustainability. IBM LTO technology focuses on energy efficiency and lower total cost of ownership, making it an eco-friendly option for data archiving. The drives consume less power in standby modes, which aligns with enterprises’ growing sustainability goals.

Moreover, IBM's commitment to innovation is evident through its ongoing development of future LTO generations that are expected to enhance capacity, performance, and more advanced features, ensuring that businesses can continue to rely on LTO technology as their data storage needs evolve.

Overall, the IBM HH LTO drives embody a blend of high capacity, speed, reliability, and sustainability, making them an ideal choice for organizations looking to optimize their data storage strategy while preparing for future growth.