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21F8716 - IBM 2.3GB 8mm SCSI/se Internal Tape Drive
- Type: Internal Tape Drive
- Capacity: 2.3GB (Native)
- Interface: SCSI
- Media Type: 8mm Tape
- Form Factor: Internal
- Manufacturer: IBM
- Model: 21F8716 (implied by title)
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Key specifications
See full specs ↓- Capacity
- 2.3 GB
- Interface
- SCSI
- Media Type
- 8mm Tape
- Form Factor
- Internal
- Manufacturer
- IBM
Product details
The IBM 2.3GB internal tape drive is designed for reliable data backup and archival using 8mm SCSI tape cartridges. It offers a compact solution for data protection in various server environments.
Technical Information
| Capacity | 2.3 GB |
| Interface | SCSI |
| Media Type | 8mm Tape |
Additional Specifications
| Form Factor | Internal |
| Manufacturer | IBM |
Description
This IBM internal tape drive, identified by the capacity '2.3GB' and associated with model number 21F8716, is a dedicated solution for data backup and archival. It utilizes 8mm tape cartridges, a common format for reliable and cost-effective data storage in its era. The drive connects via a SCSI interface, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of servers and workstations that employ this robust data transfer protocol. The 2.3GB native capacity provides a respectable amount of storage for backups of critical system data, application files, or databases. While modern storage solutions offer vastly higher capacities, drives like this were essential for enterprise data protection strategies, offering a stable medium for long-term archiving and disaster recovery. Its internal form factor allows it to be integrated directly into a computer chassis, saving rack space and simplifying installation. Designed for reliability, IBM tape drives have a reputation for robust performance in demanding environments. This 8mm SCSI tape drive would have been a valuable asset for businesses needing a dependable method to safeguard their digital information against data loss. Its SCSI interface ensures efficient data transfer rates suitable for backup operations.
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