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IBM 95P1879 3584 XCP Card
- Part Number: 95P1879
- Product: XCP (eXternal Control Path) Card
- Compatibility: IBM 3584 Tape Library
- Function: Manages library operations and communication
- Enables host system interaction with the tape library
- Critical component for tape library management
- Facilitates data backup and archiving operations
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Product Overview
The IBM 95P1879 is an XCP (eXternal Control Path) Card for the IBM 3584 Tape Library. It manages the library's operations and communication with host systems.
Technical Information
| Part Number | 95P1879 |
| Product Type | XCP Card |
Additional Specifications
| Compatibility | IBM 3584 Tape Library |
Product Description
The IBM 95P1879 is a crucial component for the IBM 3584 Tape Library, serving as the eXternal Control Path (XCP) card. This specialized card acts as the central management unit for the tape library, overseeing its various functions and ensuring seamless communication between the library hardware and the host systems. It is responsible for interpreting commands from the host, controlling the robotic mechanisms, managing tape cartridges, and reporting the status of the library. Without a functioning XCP card, the IBM 3584 tape library cannot operate. The 95P1879 card enables the library to perform essential tasks such as loading and unloading tapes, performing diagnostics, and communicating inventory information to the host system's backup software. Its integration is vital for automated data backup, archiving, and disaster recovery strategies that rely on tape storage. This IBM part is designed specifically for the 3584 model, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance within that environment. It represents a key piece of hardware that underpins the reliability and efficiency of large-scale tape storage solutions, facilitating the secure and long-term retention of critical data.
