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Available tape cartridges
Table 24. 8-mm data cartridges
Part Number
35L1044
09L5323
18P6484
35L1409
Resetting the tape drive
You might need to reset your tape drive. Use the procedure in this topic to perform this task.
Use this information to reset your tape drive, without affecting server operation. Allow up to 2 minutes
for the entire tape drive process to complete.
Attention: Resetting a tape drive before the current backup operation has completed can cause loss of
customer data.
To reset the tape drive, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the eject button for 20 seconds, and then release the button. The LEDs on the drive
will be flashing while the reset function is in process.
2. When the LEDs stop flashing, wait approximately one minute for the drive to complete the reset
operation. The drive will then be ready to use.
36/72 GB Data72 4 mm internal tape drive (FC 6258 or 5907)
Learn about the features of this media device.
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:
v FRU part number for FC 6258: 95P1988
v FRU part number for FC 5907: 23R2530
v Custom card identification number (CCIN): 63A0
v Capacity: 36 GB native mode, 72 GB (typical) compression mode
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v Media: DAT72, DDS4, and DDS3 media
v Technology: Helical scan, rotating head
v Operation: Streaming
v Data Transfer Rate: 3 MBps native mode, 6 MBps (typical) compression
v Interface for FC 6258: Low voltage differential
v Interface for FC 5907: Serial-Attached SCSI
v Compatibility: 12 GB mode (read/write), 20 GB (read/write), and 36 GB mode
v Attributes provided: 4 mm tape capability
v Attributes required: One 1.6-inch (41 mm) half-high media bay and one SCSI internal LVD
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Power Systems: Managing devices
Type of Cartridge
20 GB AME with SmartClean Data Cartridge
40 GB AME with SmartClean Data Cartridge
60 GB AME with SmartClean Data Cartridge
Cleaning Cartridge
Form Factor: 5.25-inch half high
(read/write)
or SAS 16-bit address
Length
75 m (246 ft)
150 m (492 ft)
225 m (738 ft)
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