Product Description
IBM 7214-1U2 Multimedia Storage Enclosure
The IBM 7214-1U2 is a compact 1U rack-mount multimedia storage enclosure designed for IBM Power Systems servers. It provides flexible external storage for up to two half-high tape drives or optical/DVD-RAM drives in a single EIA rack unit, ideal for backup, archival, and data protection in environments where internal server bays are limited or unavailable.
Product Description
The IBM 7214-1U2 Multimedia Storage Enclosure (Model 1U2) mounts in one EIA unit of a standard 19-inch IBM Power Systems rack. It attaches externally to supported Power Systems servers via a serial attached SCSI (SAS) adapter, allowing configuration with one or two half-high tape drives (such as DAT72, DAT160, or LTO Ultrium 4) or up to two Slim DVD-RAM/DVD-ROM optical drives. The enclosure consolidates storage devices in a convenient location, minimizing cabling and rack space while maintaining full compatibility with Power Systems backup solutions. It supports mixed configurations (e.g., one tape drive in the left bay and one optical drive in the right bay) and is perfect for AIX, IBM i, Linux, and VIOS environments requiring reliable external tape or optical storage.
Features
- 1U rack-mount form factor for standard 19-inch EIA racks
- Supports up to two half-high tape drives or two Slim DVD-RAM/DVD-ROM drives
- External SAS attachment to Power Systems servers
- Flexible bay configuration (left bay for tape, right bay for tape or optical)
- Hot-plug drive support where applicable
- Optimized for limited internal server bay scenarios
- Compact design with minimal cabling impact
- Full compatibility with IBM Power Systems backup workflows
Technical Specifications
- Feature Code: 7214-1U2
- CCIN: Not assigned (enclosure model)
- Part Number: Varies by configuration
- Form Factor: 1U rack-mount (19-inch EIA)
- Supported Devices: Up to 2 half-high tape drives (DAT72, DAT160, LTO Ultrium 4) or up to 2 Slim DVD-RAM/DVD-ROM drives
- Interface: External SAS (via supported Power Systems SAS adapter)
- Dimensions: Fits standard 1U rack slot (exact depth matches Power Systems rack requirements)
- Power: Supplied via attached drives and server infrastructure
- Compatibility: Power Systems servers with external SAS ports
Compatibility
The IBM 7214-1U2 Multimedia Storage Enclosure is compatible with:
- Power Systems Models: All supported Power8, Power9, Power10, and legacy Power Systems or System p5 servers with external SAS adapters
- Operating Systems: AIX, IBM i (i5/OS V5R2+), Linux (RHEL/SUSE/Ubuntu), VIOS
- Supported Drives: DAT72 36 GB, DAT160 80 GB, half-high LTO Ultrium 4 800 GB tape drives; Slim DVD-RAM or DVD-ROM optical drives
- Attachment: External SAS adapter on host server
- Limitations: Designed exclusively for external SAS attachment to specific Power Systems models; maximum two half-high devices; older drive generations have reduced capacity/performance
Verify exact SAS adapter compatibility, drive configuration, and firmware levels via IBM documentation for the 7214-1U2 enclosure.
Warranty
This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.
