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    IBM Power7 SAS Internal Tape Backup Solutions

    The IBM Power7 SAS Internal Tape Backup Solutions category delivers essential internal tape drives optimized for IBM Power7 servers. These SAS-connected LTO and DAT drives provide reliable, high-capacity backup, archival, and disaster recovery for AIX, IBM i, and Linux environments when external enclosures or limited internal bays require direct server integration.

    Product Description

    Key offerings include DAT160, LTO-4, LTO-5, and LTO-6 half-high drives for seamless installation in Power7 server bays. These drives support high-speed SAS attachment, full compatibility with Power7 processor-based platforms (8202-E4B, 8233-E8B, 9117-MMB, and others), and deliver cost-effective, native backup performance without external enclosures.

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    Technical Specifications

    • Category Focus: Internal Tape Backup – For Power7
    • Interface: 6 Gb/s SAS (internal)
    • Key Devices: DAT160, LTO-4/5/6 half-high SAS drives
    • Media Support: LTO Ultrium cartridges, DAT/SLR media
    • Form Factor: Half-high internal (fits Power7 server bays)
    • Power Requirement: Powered via server backplane

    Compatibility

    The IBM Power7 SAS Internal Tape Backup Solutions are compatible with:

    • Power7 Servers: 8202-E4B, 8233-E8B, 9117-MMB/MHB, 9179-MHB, and other Power7 models with available internal SAS bays
    • Operating Systems: AIX 6.1+/7.1+, IBM i 6.1+/7.1+, Linux (RHEL, SUSE, Ubuntu), VIOS
    • Attachment: Direct internal SAS connection to server backplane
    • Limitations: Requires available internal half-high bay; older generation drives (no USB/RDX support); performance depends on server SAS controller and media type

    Warranty

    This product comes with a 60-day warranty covering parts and functionality.

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