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9.3 External tape storage for iSeries and AS/400e systems
The minimum operating system level for external tape storage depends on the operating
system level required for the adapter. For the 3480 and 3490 Cartridge Tape Subsystems,
see 9.4, “Automated tape libraries for iSeries and AS/400e systems” on page 347 for
information about the associated cartridge library.
See 9.7, “External SCSI and Fibre Channel tape and optical cable part numbers for iSeries
and AS/400e systems” on page 374 for part numbers of the cables required on the external
tape devices listed in this section.
Refer to IBM TotalStorage Tape Selection and Differentiation Guide, SG24-6946, to
determine the best tape product solution for the designated backup environment. The latest
edition of this IBM Redbook covers the 3494, 3580, 3581, 3582, 3583, 3584, 3590, 3592, and
other tape products.
Note: The update device microcode application programming interface (API) (QTAUPDDV)
allows the tape device microcode to be updated using an image copied from the Web. This
function is supported with OS/400 Version 5 systems.
Machine Description 9406
models
2440 - A12
#3903
#3904
#3905
#3906
#3907
#3908
Tape I/O Subsystem
The 2440 is a ½-inch reel tape drive that records at 1600/6250 bpi and can be used for save/restore,
program distribution and alternate initial program load (IPL). It attaches to the iSeries using the #2621
Storage Device Controller (SPD)—#2602 for 9406 B models. The tape drive and controller are
packaged in a stand-alone 1.6 m high rack.
2440 high-speed feature (field installation)
2440 high-speed feature (factory installation)
Allows up to four 9332 disks to be placed in the 2440 rack
Allows one 9335-A01 and up to two 9335-B01 drives to be placed in the 2440 rack
Allows up to three 9336 drawers to be placed in the 2440 rack
Allows up to three 9337 drawers to be placed in the 2440 rack
Not supported with OS/400 V5R1.
B, D, E, F,
3x0, 50S,
53S, 500,
510, 530,
6x0, Sx0,
(not 600,
S10),720,
730, 740,
820, 830,
840
3480 - A22
B22
Cartridge Tape Subsystem
The Model A22 and B22 are ½-inch cartridge drives that can be used for data interchange, save/restore,
program distribution, and alternate IPL. The 3480 Subsystem consists of a stand-alone controller (Model
A22) and up to eight tape drives (Model B22), which has two drives. The Model A22 and B22 attach to
the iSeries using #2621 Storage Device Controller or #2644 Magnetic Tape Attachment Card/HP
(SPD)—#2604 on 9406 B models. Attachment of 3480 Models A11 and B11 is also supported.
Not supported with OS/400 V5R1.
B, D, E, F,
2x0, 3x0,
4x0, 50S,
53S, 500,
510, 530,
6x0, Sx0,
(not 600,
S10),
720, 730,
740, 820,
830, 840
