The IBM 7208 model 345 60 GB external 8mm tape drive is a stand-alone, SCSI-based, 8mm streaming tape drive that attaches to the RS/6000 family of workstations and servers. It delivers a media capacity of 60 GB (150 GB with 2.5:1 compression*) data storage per cartridge and a sustained data transfer rate of 12 MB/sec. (30 MB/sec. with 2.5:1 compression*). This is 3X the capacity and 4X the data transfer rate of its predecessor, the IBM 7208 model 341. The model 345 incorporates hardware featuring the IBM developed ALDC (Adaptive Lossless Data Compression) algorithm which typically delivers 2.5:1 data compression. Result: 150GB per cartridge at 30MB/sec.

The model 345 tape drive uses new MammothTape™ technology AME (advanced metal evaporated) media with SmartClean™. As a result, user intervention and cost of ownership are reduced and data integrity is increased. The model 345 will also read tapes written by the IBM 7208 Model 341/2, the IBM 7331 Model 305, the IBM 3449, and the IBM 7334, protecting your investment in 8mm technology and ensuring availability of your data when you need it. Providing an excellent migration and interchange path from other 8mm tape drives, the IBM 7208 model 345 is a cost-effective solution for save/restore and for archiving requirements.

The 7208 Model 345 is a large-capacity, high-performance 8mm tape drive that features:

• Cartridge capacity up to 60 GB native per cartridge (150 GB with 2:5.1 compression)
• Adaptive Lossless Data Compression (ALDC), a state-of-the-art compression technique developed by IBM
• Data transfer rate up to 12 MB per second (30 MB per second with 2.5:1 compression)
• Ability to read previous 20 GB, 8mm AME tape formats
• MammmothTape™ technology: Helical scan, rotating head technology for increased capacity and reliability
• LVD/SE Ultra Wide SCSI-2 attachment (68-pin) that connects to LVD/SE adapters
• Self-cleaning with SmartClean media , reduced operator intervention and cost of operation; increased reliability and data integrity
• External, self-powered packaging
• The IBM 7208 Model 345 is an external stand-alone tape storage device

Media features:

• High 60 GB capacity per cartridge (150GB compressed*) for outstanding price/performance
• Two-meter length of cleaning tape in each cartridge reduces user
• AME coating improves overall readability and reliability
• SmartClean™ data cartridges, available in 60 GB (225m), 40 GB (150m) and 20 GB (75m) capacities
• Significantly higher data reliability compared to metal-particle media

Note: Although the 7208 Model 345 Tape Drive can give you high tape performance, other components of the system may limit the actual performance achieved. In addition, the compression technology used in the tape drive can double the amount of data that can be stored on the media; however, the actual degree of compression achieved is highly sensitive to the characteristics of the data that is being compressed.

Because of its read compatibility with earlier 8mm AME tape formats, the Model 345 is an excellent replacement for older 7208 8mm tape drives. With its higher capacity and performance, it also is an excellent replacement for IBM 1/4-inch models (7207) or 4mm models (7206), and other competitive products where this capability is needed.

If you are considering tape libraries with software for automatic backup because of rapid growth in online storage and a need to reduce manual operations and interventions, try the compatible IBM 7334 Model 410 8mm Tape Library with an 8mm tape drive. The IBM 7332 4mm DDS-2 Tape Autoloader is also available to meet lower capacity and performance requirements.

If you need higher-performance tape drives, consider the IBM Magstar MP Tape Subsystem, the IBM Magstar 3590 Tape Subsystem, or the IBM 3490 Enhanced Capability Magnetic Tape Subsystem. The Magstar 3590 and the 3490 are available for inclusion in the Magstar 3494 Tape Library.

Physical Specifications

• Width: 250 mm (9.8 in)
• Depth: 275 mm (10.8 in)
• Height: 55 mm (2.2 in)
• Weight: 3.2 kg (7 lb)