Chapter 1. Reference Information
The 7208 Model 345 8mm Tape Drive is an external storage device that connects to
a host system and stores additional data.
The 7208 Tape Drive:
v Saves and restores system data files
v Archives important records
v Distributes upgrades to operating system software
The sections that follow describe the operator controls, indicator lights, and liquid
crystal display (LCD) on the 7208 Tape Drive. This chapter also shows connector
locations, lists hardware specifications, and describes how to clean the tape drive.
Front View
Figure 1 shows the front view of the 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive.
Figure 1. Front View of the 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive
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