160/320 GB internal tape drive VXA-320 (FC 6279)

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Description

The IBM^® 160/320 GB Internal Tape Drive with VXA Technology is a 5.25-inch, half-high, Ultra2 LVD 16-bit tape drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. This tape drive uses VXA tape data cartridges and is compression capable, providing a capacity of up to 320 GB - a significant increase in capacity over the previous internal tape drives.

Characteristics:

Capacity: 160 GB native mode, 320 GB (typical) compression mode
Form Factor: 5.25-inch half high
Media: uses VXA tape data cartridges
Technology: Helical scan, rotating head
Operation: Streaming
Data Transfer Rate: 12 MBps native mode, 24 MBps (typical) compression
Interface: SCSI-2 (LVD/SE) asynchronous/synchronous
Compatability: 160 GB mode (Read/Write), 320 GB compression (Read/Write)

Attributes provided: One 160/320 GB internal tape drive
Attributes required: One 1.6-inch (41 mm) half-high media bay and one SCSI-2 internal 16-bit address

Tools

The following tools and documentation are needed to complete the installation:

A flat-blade screwdriver (if this device is not an auto-docking feature on your system)
Your system unit documentation, including any service documentation
Your operating system documentation

If an item is missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase.

Note: If you are installing the auto-docking version of this device on your system, the remainder of this information does not apply to your system. See your system documentation for information about the auto-docking feature.

Related information

Check that your package contains the following items:

The device
Media kit containing:
- 1 cleaning cartridge
- 1 test tape
- Jumpers (located in a plastic bag)
Specific hardware for attaching the device to your specific system, as detailed on the parts listing provided with your device