IBM System Storage TS2230, Setup, Operator, And Service Manual

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SAS interface
The drive has a dual port 6 Gbps SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) host interface.
A drive with a SAS interface can be linked directly to controllers. SAS is a
performance improvement over traditional SCSI because SAS enables multiple
devices (up to 128) of different sizes and types to be connected simultaneously
with thinner and longer cables; its full-duplex signal transmission supports 6.0
Gb/s. In addition, SAS drives can be hot-plugged.
SAS drives will auto-negotiate speed. There are no configurable topologies thus no
feature switches associated with SAS.
Physical Characteristics
The drive contains a dual port, SFF-8088 SAS connector. A list of compatible cables
is shown in Appendix C, “Ordering Optional Features, Replacement Parts, Power
Cords, and Media,” on page C-1.
Supported servers and operating systems
To determine the latest supported attachments, visit the web at
http://www.ibm.com/storage/lto . For specific instructions about attaching the drive,
see Chapter 2, “Installing the drive,” on page 2-1.
Supported device drivers
Device drivers enable the drive to interact with a variety of servers. To properly
install an IBM device driver (if required), refer to the
IBM Tape Device Drivers
Installation and User's Guide . For applications that use other device drivers, see the
application's documentation to determine which drivers to use.
IBM maintains the levels of device drivers and driver documentation for the drive
on the Internet. You can access this material at the web site: http://www.ibm.com/
support/fixcentral
Note: If you do not have Internet access and you need information about device
drivers, contact your Marketing Representative.
Note: The device driver for System i
®
servers is included in the OS/400
®
operating
system.
Specifications
The sections below give the physical, power, and environmental specifications for
the drive. Specifications for tape cartridges are given in “Environmental
specifications” on page 1-6.
Physical specifications
Specification Measurement
Width 213 mm (8.4 in.)
Length 332 mm (13.1 in.)
Height 58 mm (2.3 in.)
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