IBM DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive offers a reliable
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1. for direct internal connections with select System x systems e Complementary offering for DDS Gen 5 SATA drive e 5 25 inch half high form factor Features and functions e Capacity 36 GB up to 72 GB compressed e Performance Up to 3 0 MB s up to 6 MB s compressed transfer rate e Backward compatibility Read write compatible with DDS 3 DDS 4 and DDS Gen 5 e Interface USB e Service and support One year parts only IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 1 AGO09 0573 The DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive complements the IBM System x server product line This tape drive is reliable as e An internal installation in select System x servers e A tabletop tape enclosure or in a rack environment when coupled with a 1U rack mount enclosure It provides convenience and ease of use features while supporting high speed tape backup This option used in conjunction with one of IBM s external enclosures provides an economical and convenient method of attaching USB based tape drives externally to your IBM System x system In this case you would e Determine the internal USB drive or drives you wish to make external e Match this number to the appropriate IBM base enclosure 8767HHX 87651UX Based on using the onboard hardware data compression feature and assuming a 2 1 compression ratio Data compression is dependent on many factors and is often les2. IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement AGO09 0573 dated September 29 2009 ljun Il U E IBM DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive offers a reliable economical and versatile tape backup subsystem Table of contents 1 Overview 2 Product number 2 Key prerequisites 5 Prices 2 Planned availability date 6 AP distribution 2 Product positioning At a glance The DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive brings performance and capacity in a 5 25 inch half high form factor to entry and midrange System x systems Key features include Up to 36 GB native capacity and up to 72 GB in compressed mode e Up to 3 0 MB s native backup rate and up to 6 MB s in compressed mode e USB interface e Support from leading operating systems and popular backup software e Backward compatibility with DDS 3 DDS 4 and DDS Gen 5 Overview IBM Digital Data Storage DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive Option 46C5399 The new IBM DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive maintains the competitive total cost of ownership TCO of Digital Data Storage Its USB interface supports internal plug and play capability with the latest System x systems as well as external attachment in one of IBM s external tape drive enclosures This option complements the existing IBM DDS Generation 5 SATA tape drive and in some cases provides better overall value as no separate SAS HBA is required when configuring in select system x servers Key messages e New USB interface allowing
3. Multilingual User Manual CD Quantity four internal USB cables Cleaning cartridge Retail only Packaging dimensions and weight Single box HxDxW 158 8 mm 6 25 in x 342 9 mm 13 5 in x 279 4 mm 11 0 in Publications Order Part Distribution Description number number location User Guide CD 49Y9888 49Y9888 SDS Security auditability and control This product uses the security and auditability features of the host hardware host software and application software Terms and conditions Features and options only Field Installable Yes Customer Setup Yes warranty Period 1 year parts only Service Type CIOR IOE CCE CCR CRU Maintenance Agreement No Optional Upgrade No Licensed Programs Yes IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 4 AG09 0573 Note IBM programs are licensed under the terms and conditions of the IBM License Agreements that ship with the product Non IBM programs are available from IBM as distributed by the program supplier All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed Optional features initially installed with a System x server carry the same warranty classification as the system If installed after the initial system installation they carry the balance of the system or the optional feature warranty whichever is greater This optional feature i
4. ailability can vary by country Contact your local IBM Global Financing organization or visit http www ibm com financing IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government customers Rates are based on a customer s credit rating financing terms offering type equipment type and options and may vary by country Other restrictions may apply Rates and offerings are subject to change extension or withdrawal without notice IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 5 AGO09 0573 AP distribution Country Region Announced AP IOT ASEAN Yes India South Asia Yes Australia Yes People s Republic of China Yes Hong Kong S A R of the PRC Yes Macao S A R of the PRC Yes Taiwan Yes Korea Yes New Zealand Yes Japan IOT Japan Yes Brunei Darussalam Indonesia Cambodia Lao People s Democratic Republic Malaysia Philippines Singapore Thailand and Vietnam Bangladesh Bhutan India Sri Lanka Maldives Nepal and Afghanistan Trademarks System x IBM and HelpWare are registered trademarks of IBM Corporation in the United States other countries or both Other company product and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others Terms of use IBM products and services which are announced and available in yo
5. ment of any product or service Hardware requirements IBM Systems The DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive P N 46C5399 is supported on the following IBM platforms System Name x3200 M3 Machine Type Model all x3200 M2 All x3250 M2 All x3250 M3 All x3400 7973 74 75 76 All x3400 m2 x3500 7977 All x3500 M2 x3550 M2 All x3650 7979 All x3650 M2 43v5959 TEK 49Y9883 TEK 3650 All 8767HHX HNX 87651UX 1NX Note System support does periodically change For the latest compatibility matrix visit http www 03 ibm com servers eserver serverproven compat us index html Then choose System x Compatibility then choose Tape Backup Units Non IBM Systems The DDS Generation 5 Tape Drive is not supported on non IBM platforms Software requirements IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 3 AG09 0573 The DDS Generation 5 tape drive is supported on numerous operating systems and backup applications The complete list can be found at the site referenced in the following section Compatibility The best place to view the most current hardware and software support matrix is at http www 03 ibm com servers eserver serverproven compat us index html Limitations None Planning information Additional cable orders required No Approximate installation time 30 minutes Packaging One box Shipment group DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive Package of mounting screws
6. s designated as Customer Replacement Unit CRU Copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty can be obtained by contacting your reseller or accessing the online services listed in the Help and Service Information section of this announcement Help and service Information Features and options During the warranty period technical support can be obtained by accessing IBM s online services or calling 24 hours a day 7 days a week to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received If you need warranty service return or exchange is available In addition if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer you may be entitled to service at your location Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative Accessing IBM online services Visit http www ibm com planetwide Placing the call to IBM Contact your IBM HelpWare number your place of purchase or your local IBM office Prices For all local charges contact your IBM representative IBM Global Financing IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing to credit qualified customers to assist them in acquiring IT solutions Offerings include financing for IT acquisition including hardware software and services from both IBM and other manufacturers or vendors Offerings for all customer segments small medium and large enterprise rates terms and av
7. s than stated Key prerequisites e Available internal or external USB port e Available 5 25 inch half high bay for internal installations e Supported external tape enclosure for external attachment Planned availability date October 30 2009 Product positioning This DDS Generation 5 USB tape product joins the DDS tape drive family to create a comprehensive family of tape backup solutions IBM provides a breadth of performance and capacity solutions to satisfy your server tape backup requirements This tape drive is positioned similarly to the DDS 5 SATA tape drive but offers lower overall cost of ownership in select system x servers Product number Part Description number IBM DDS Generation 5 USB Tape Drive 46C5399 IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 2 AGO09 0573 Technical information Performance specifications e Capacity of 72 GB compressed per cartridge transfer rate up to 6 0 MB s compressed e USB interface Physical specifications e Approximate height 42 6 mm 1 68 in e Approximate width 146 0 mm 5 5 in e Approximate depth 152 0 mm 5 7 in Operating environment e Temperature 5 to 45 C 41 to 113 F e Relative humidity 20 to 80 non condensing Agency approvals UL cUL TUV CE C Tick Energy Star compliance Is this product Energy Star compliant No Note The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorse
8. ur country can be ordered under the applicable standard agreements terms conditions and prices in effect at the time IBM reserves the right to modify or withdraw this announcement at any time without notice This announcement is provided for your information only Reference to other products in this announcement does not necessarily imply those products are announced or intend to be announced in your country Additional terms of use are located at http www ibm com legal us en For the most current information regarding IBM products consult your IBM representative or reseller or visit the IBM worldwide contacts page http www ibm com planetwide IBM Asia Pacific Hardware Announcement IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation 6 AGO09 0573
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