Overview - IBM 3607 SDLT Tape Autoloader

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At a glance
Using an SDLT architecture, the IBM 3607 SDLT tape autoloader brings performance, capacity, and high-density to enterprise tape backup applications. Key features include:

• Reduced human interaction with automated backup process
• High-density form factors - Fits in industry-standard rack
• Eleven MB/s native backup rate (39.6GB/hr native; up to 79.2GB/hr compressed)

  NOTES:

  1. When referring to tape drive capacity, GB stands for one thousand million bytes and TB stands for one trillion bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments.
  2. Backup rates are based on using the onboard hardware data compression feature and assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. Data compression is dependent on many factors and is often less than stated.

• Removable magazines
• Ultra2 SCSI (LVDS) interface - Supports up to 80 MB/s
• Integrated barcode reader for improved media management
• Front access mailslot - Cartridges can be added or removed without powering down the unit
• Supported with leading operating systems and popular backup software

Power specifications
75W @ 60 Hz, 80W @ 50 Hz, 4A RMS

Warranty
1 year limited warranty

This product replaces

• Not applicable

This product was replaced by

• Not applicable

Product marketing and replacement part numbers (FRU)

Worldwide

• Description: IBM 3607 Series 1760GB/3.5TB SDLT tape autoloader
• Marketing part number: 360716X
• Replacement part number: MultiFRU

Product dates

Worldwide

• Announce date: 14 May 2002
• Planned availability date: 31 May 2002
• Withdrawal date: *
• Effective withdrawal date: *

Packaging
You will receive one box containing the following items:

• 2U SDLT tape autoloader assembly
• User manual CD
• Quick Start Guide
• Data cartridge
• Clean cartridge
• Trial software CDs
• Barcode label pack
• Netbay rack installation nuts and screws
• SCSI cable
• SCSI terminator

Document notes:

1. The symbol * means that the information is currently unavailable for this product.
2. FRU stands for Field Replacement Unit. It is the part number used for ordering service/replacement parts.
3. Effective Withdrawal means that on the given date IBM will have withdrawn the products from marketing. After that date, the product can not be obtained directly from IBM.