IBM's 3490E Model F Tape Subsystems offer full function 3490E tape performance and compatibility at an economical price.

3490-F01 Highlights

• Stand-alone, desk-side model.
• Native cartridge capacity of .8GB and up to 2.4GB with IDRC compression.
• 16-bit fast/wide SCSI-2 differential interface.
• 3MB/sec native device data rate; up to 6.8MB/sec with compression
• Standard 10-cartridge random access autoloader providing an unattended backup capacity of up to 24GB with 3:1 compression.
• Dedicated cleaner cartridge slot.
• Includes a detailed message display and control panel.

Reliable and Efficient

The IBM 3490-F01 is designed to provide outstanding tape subsystem performance, high cartridge capacity, high reliability, and operational efficiency while allowing for remote tape operations.

High Capacity

Using a 36-track head while reading or writing 18 tracks bi-directionally, the 3490E-F01 doubles the capacity of a base IBM Cartridge System Tape and virtually eliminates rewind time for a full cartridge.

Speedy Data Transfer

Using the Improved Data Recording Capability (IDRC) and a SCSI interface, effective data throughput can be as high as 6.8 MB/sec. The SCSI-2 attachment gives users the potential for higher effective throughput than what is currently provided by parallel channel attachment.

Enhanced Reliability

Major design enhancements for the 3490E F Models improve mechanical and data reliability. Tape path enhancements, advanced electronic packaging and circuit technology, along with enhanced control unit error recovery procedures, help make the 3490E F Models extremely reliable tape subsystems for the S/390, SP, AS/400, and RS/6000.