The IBM TotalStorage Ultrium Tape 2U Autoloader 3581 and storage management applications address capacity and performance requirements, data protection, reliability, availability, affordability, and application requirements to constitute a functionally rich entry tape storage solution incorporating LTO Ultrium tape technology. The IBM 3581 is an excellent solution for larger-capacity or higher-performance tape backup with or without random access. The 3581 models are an excellent choice for tape automation for IBM eServer pSeries, iSeries, xSeries, RS/6000, AS/400, and other popular non-IBM open systems.