36/72GB Data72 4 mm internal tape drive (FC 6258 or 5907)

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Description	The 36/72 GB Data72 4 mm Internal Tape Drive is a 5.25-inch, half-high, LVD or SAS drive, which provides a high capacity for save/restore and achieve functions. This tape drive uses IBM® 4 mm data cartridges and is capable of compression, providing a capacity of up to 72 GB. Characteristics: FRU part number for FC 6258: 18P8779 FRU part number for FC 5907: 23R2530 Custom card identification number (CCIN): 63A0 Capacity: 36 GB native mode, 72 GB (typical) compression mode Form Factor: 5.25-inch half high Media: DAT72, DDS4, and DDS3 media Technology: Helical scan, rotating head Operation: Streaming Data Transfer Rate: 3 MBps native mode, 6 MBps (typical) compression Interface for FC 6258: Low voltage differential Interface for FC 5907: Serial-Attached SCSI Compatibility: 12 GB mode (read/write), 20 GB (read/write), and 36 GB mode (read/write) Attributes provided: 4 mm tape capability Attributes required: One 1.6-inch (41 mm) half-high media bay and one SCSI internal LVD or SAS 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 Contact the place of purchase if an item is missing or damaged. Note: If you are installing the auto-docking version of this device on your system, the remainder of this section does not apply to your system. See your system documentation for information about the auto-docking feature.
Media	This tape drive uses 4mm data cartridges for saving and restoring system data. It is designed to use only DDS (Digital Data Storage) data cartridges. The cartridges are identified by one of the following DDS symbols: The tape drive reads and writes data to tape cartridges that are DDS-3, DDS-4, or DAT 72 format. Note: This tape drive only supports DDS-3, DDS-4, and DAT 72 tape cartridges. If any other cartridge is inserted in the drive, it will be ejected. This tape drive has been designed to operate with DDS media that meet the following standards of the European Computer Manufacturers Association (ECMA): ECMA-236 DDS-3 format ECMA-288 DDS-4 format
Related information	Your package contains the following items: The tape drive Media kit containing: 1 cleaning cartridge 1 test tape Jumpers (located in a plastic bag) Specific hardware for attaching the drive to your specific system, as detailed on the parts listing provided with your drive.