Automated Tape Library supports WORM and short media.
Press Release Summary:
TotalStorage® Enterprise Automated Tape Library 3494 supports TotalStorage Master Console, which integrates service monitoring to assist in determining if unit is working properly and provide diagnostic support. When used in conjunction with TotalStorage Enterprise Tape Drive 3592 Model J1A, it accepts 300 GB WORM Cartridge, 60 GB WORM Cartridge, Economy short-length 60 GB rewritable cartridge, and 300 GB rewritable cartridge in same library.
Original Press Release:
The IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Automated Tape Library 3494 Delivers Availability Enhancements and Now Supports New WORM and Short Media
Overview
The IBM TotalStorage® Enterprise Automated Tape Library 3494 is enhanced to support the IBM TotalStorage Master Console (TSMC) which integrates service monitoring of the 3494 library. Remote data monitoring of devices attached to the master console may assist in determining if the 3494 is working properly and providing rapid diagnostic support.
In addition, the 3494 now supports new IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Tape Cartridge 3592 media when used in conjunction with the IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Tape Drive 3592 Model J1A. New 3592 cartridges announced today include a 300 GB WORM Cartridge, 60 GB WORM Cartridge, and an Economy short-length (60 GB) rewritable cartridge. These are in addition to the previously announced 300 GB rewritable cartridge.
Write once read many (WORM) data cartridges provide nonalterable, nonrewritable tape media for long-term records retention. When the 3592 Model J1A tape drive detects a WORM cartridge, the tape drive is designed to prevent overwrite or changes to existing customer data. New data can be appended to existing data until the cartridge capacity is reached. WORM Cartridges are available in two sizes, 300 GB or 60 GB native capacity. These new media types are reported to the host by 3592 Model J1A Tape drives and/or controllers. WORM and rewritable tape cartridges in both sizes can be intermixed in the same 3494 Tape Library.
This new media offers customers unsurpassed flexibility to meet their performance, capacity, and data security requirements.
Key prerequisites
· One IBM TotalStorage Master Console feature is required on all new 3494 Model L12, or L22 orders.
· The new WORM and short (60 GB) rewritable media is supported with a microcode firmware update to the library manager of the 3494.
Planned availability dates
· May 21, 2004, for feature number 0520, and TSMC features on new machines
· August 6, 2004, for TSMC features as an MES
At a glance
The IBM TotalStorage Enterprise Automated Tape Library 3494 is enhanced to integrate service monitoring and support new 3592 tape cartridges. Enhancements include:
· IBM TotalStorage Master Console features
· Support for new 3592 media:
- 60 GB and 300 GB write once read many (WORM) media
- 60 GB rewritable media
For ordering, contact:
Your IBM representative, an IBM Business Partner, or the Americas Call Centers at 800-IBM-CALL Reference: YE001
