IBM RISC SYSTEM/6000 EXTERNAL I/O DEVICES Contents Announcement Letter Number 190-025 dated February 15, 1990 US - Last Revised on February 15, 1990 Brief Description of Announcement, Charges, and Availability The IBM RISC System/6000 (TM) External I/O Devices provide additional function and enhancement capabilities to the POWERstation/POWERserver 320, 520, and 530, the POWERserver 540, and the POWERstation 730 of the RISC System/6000 family of systems. The new devices being announced include two disk drives, two tape drives, and a read-only compact disc drive, as follows: o IBM 7203 External Portable Disk Drive Model 001 o IBM 7204 External Disk Drive Model 320 o IBM 7207 150MB External 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive Model 001 o IBM 7208 2.3GB External 8mm Tape Drive Model 001 o IBM 7210 External CD-ROM Drive Model 001 Purchase Prices: Purchase prices for each of the above devices and their associated features and cables are listed in the 'Charges' section of the customer announcement letter. Planned Availability: Second quarter 1990, except for the IBM 7204 External Disk Drive Model 320, which has a planned availability of third quarter 1990. (TM) Trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Customer Letter Section HIGHLIGHTS o External Portable Disk Drive o External Disk Drive Model 320 o 150MB External 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive o 2.3GB External 8mm Tape Drive o External CD-ROM Drive DESCRIPTION The new IBM RISC System/6000 External I/O Devices, described here, may be attached to the new POWERstation/POWERserver 320, 520, and 530, the POWERserver 540, and the POWERstation 730 of the RISC System/6000 family of systems. NOTE: In the following descriptions, MB means 1,048,576 bytes (two to the twentieth power) when referring to memory; in all other cases, MB means 1,000,000 (ten to the sixth power). Similarly, GB means 1,073,741,824 bytes (two to the thirtieth power) when referring to memory; in all other cases, GB means 1,000,000,000 (ten to the ninth power). IBM EXTERNAL PORTABLE DISK DRIVE (7203-001) The IBM External Portable Disk Drive is an external, self-powered enclosure that attaches to an IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI I/O controller via an SCSI cable. The 7203-001 contains one 355MB portable disk drive module as standard. A 670MB module (feature #2311) may be ordered as an option in place of the standard 355MB module at the time of the initial plant order (see the corresponding discussions of these modules below). The portable disk drive modules are shock-mounted in a protective enclosure to allow removal for security and portability. Additional optional 355MB Portable Disk Drive Modules (feature #2300) or 670MB Portable Disk Drive Modules (feature #2310) may be ordered, but only one module at a time may be inserted in the External Portable Disk Drive. The 7203-001 uses an SCSI (single-ended) synchronous interface. One SCSI cable is included and must be specified on the initial plant order (see 'Cables' below for cable descriptions). o Specify Code 9119 provides one SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832). o Specify Code 9120 provides one SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130). CABLES: o SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832) The SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) is required from the SCSI I/O Controller to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) long and includes terminator. o SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130) The SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130) is required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is .66 meters (2.2 feet) long. PORTABLE MODULES: o 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module Select Option (feature #2311) This option (#2311) replaces the standard 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module with the 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module on the initial plant order of the IBM External Portable Disk Drive (7203-001). o 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module (feature #2300) This feature (#2300) provides an additional 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module for use with the IBM External Portable Disk Drive (7203-001). The 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module is shock-mounted in a protective enclosure. Characteristics of feature #2300: Formatted capacity: 355MB Average seek time: 16ms Average latency: 8.33ms Rotational speed: 3600rpm Data transfer rate: 1.875MB/sec. o 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module (feature #2310) This feature (#2310) provides an additional 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module for use with the IBM External Portable Disk Drive (7203-001). The 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module is shock-mounted in a protective enclosure. Characteristics of feature #2310: Formatted capacity: 670MB Average seek time: 18ms Average latency: 8.33ms Rotational speed: 3600rpm Data transfer rate: 1.875MB/sec. IBM EXTERNAL DISK DRIVE MODEL 320 (7204-320) The IBM External Disk Drive Model 320 provides 320 megabytes of external disk storage mounted in a power and package box that attaches to an IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI I/O Controller via an SCSI cable. One SCSI cable is included and must be specified on the initial plant order (see 'Cables' below for cable descriptions). o Specify Code 9119 provides one SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832). o Specify Code 9120 provides one SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130). CHARACTERISTICS OF 7204-320: Formatted capacity: 320MB Average seek time: 12.5ms Average latency: 7ms Rotational speed: 4318rpm Data transfer rate: 2.0MB/sec. Interface: SCSI (single-ended) synchronous CABLES: o SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832) The SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) is required from the SCSI I/O Controller to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) long and includes terminator. o SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130) The SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130) is required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is .66 meters (2.2 feet) long. IBM 150MB EXTERNAL 1/4-INCH CARTRIDGE TAPE DRIVE (7207-001) The IBM 150 MB External 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive is an external, self-powered streaming tape drive that attaches to an IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI I/O Controller via an SCSI cable. The 7207-001 provides low cost save/restore functions for low-end systems and for migrating files from other 1/4-inch cartridge tape based workstations and systems. One SCSI cable is included and must be specified on the initial plant order (see 'Cables' below for cable descriptions). o Specify Code 9119 provides one SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832). o Specify Code 9120 provides one SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130). CHARACTERISTICS OF 7207-001: Capacity: Up to 150MB/cartridge (nominal) Capacity with ECC: Up to 135MB/cartridge (nominal) Media: IBM 1/4-Inch Data Cartridge (PN 21F8588) Compatibility: 6157 Model 1 (QIC-24) read only 6157 Model 2 (QIC-150) read/write Data transfer rate: 90KB/sec. Operation: Streaming Interface: SCSI (single-ended) asynchronous CABLES: o SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832) The SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) is required from the SCSI I/O Controller to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) long and includes terminator. o SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130) The SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130) is required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is .66 meters (2.2 feet) long. IBM EXTERNAL 2.3GB 8MM TAPE DRIVE (7208-001) The IBM External 2.3 GB 8mm Tape Drive is an external, self-powered tape drive that attaches to an IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI I/O Controller via an SCSI cable. The 7208-001 is a high-capacity tape drive for save/restore and archiving functions. This tape drive uses 8mm data tape cartridges. One SCSI cable is included and must be specified on the initial plant order (see 'Cables' below for cable descriptions). o Specify Code 9119 provides one SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832). o Specify Code 9120 provides one SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130). CHARACTERISTICS OF 7208-001: Capacity: 2.3GB/cartridge (maximum) Media: IBM 8mm Data Cartridge Technology: Helical scan, rotating head Operation: Streaming Data transfer rate: 245KB/sec. Interface: SCSI (single-ended) asynchronous CABLES: o SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832) The SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) is required from the SCSI I/O Controller to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) long and includes terminator. o SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130) The SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130) is required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is .66 meters (2.2 feet) long. IBM EXTERNAL CD-ROM DRIVE (7210-001) The IBM External CD-ROM Drive is an external, self-powered compact read-only optical disk drive that attaches to an IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI I/O Controller via an SCSI cable. The 7210 Model 001 uses a standard CD-ROM disk (in caddy) to support random-access online files. An audio output jack is provided in the front bezel. One SCSI cable is included and must be specified on the initial plant order (see 'Cables' below for cable descriptions). o Specify Code 9119 provides one SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832). o Specify Code 9120 provides one SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130). CHARACTERISTICS OF 7210-001: Capacity: Approx. 600 megabytes/disk Average access: 380ms typical Media: Standard CD-ROM disk (in caddy) Technology: Constant linear velocity (CLV), Spiral track Operation: Random access -- read only Data transfer rate: 150KB/sec. Interface: SCSI (single-ended) asynchronous CABLES: o SCSI Controller Cable (feature #2832) The SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) is required from the SCSI I/O Controller to the first external device. The cable is 1.5 meters (5 feet) long and includes terminator. o SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (feature #3130) The SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130) is required from device to device if more than one external device is attached. This cable is .66 meters (2.2 feet) long. NATIONAL LANGUAGE SUPPORT: The IBM RISC System/6000 systems support U.S. English and the following national languages: o Belgian o Canadian French o Danish o Dutch o Finnish o French o German o Italian o Norwegian o Portuguese o Spanish o Swiss o English, U.K. o Japanese (Kanji) PUBLICATIONS One copy of the following publication is shipped with each product: o IBM RISC System/6000 Translated Safety Information Manual (SA23-2652) Other publications shipped depend on the product ordered, as follows: o For the IBM 7203 Portable Disk Drive Model 001: - Operator's Guide (SA23-2633) - Installation and Service Guide (SA23-2634) o For the IBM 7207 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive Model 001: - Operator's Guide (SA23-2641) - Installation and Service Guide (SA23-2642) o For the IBM 7208 External 2.3GB 8mm Tape Drive Model 001: - Operator's Guide (SA23-2639) - Installation and Service Guide (SA23-2640) o For the IBM 7210 CD-ROM Drive Model 001: - Operator's Guide (SA23-2637) - Installation and Service Guide (SA23-2638) o For the IBM 7204 External Disk Drive Model 320: - Operator's Guide (SA23-2658) - Installation and Service Guide (SA23-2659) Additional copies of the above publications are available for a fee. The following related publication is also available for a fee. To order, contact your IBM representative. o IBM RISC System/6000 Hardware Technical Reference -- Adapters and Devices (SA23-2646) SLSS is available by order number only. Customers currently subscribing to SLSS will receive publication updates automatically. EDUCATION SUPPORT Education to support the IBM RISC System/6000 hardware and related software will be available to support effective installation planning, programming, and efficient day-to-day operations. A complete listing of available courses is found in IBM Product Announcement 190-019, dated February 15, 1990. Specific hardware information is covered in the AIX (R) Systems Implementation Class. (R) Registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. SCHEDULE Planned availability of the IBM RISC System/6000 External I/O Devices is second quarter 1990, except for the 7204 External Disk Drive Model 320, which has a planned availability of third quarter 1990. TECHNICAL INFORMATION SPECIFIED OPERATING ENVIRONMENT PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS: IBM 7203 EXTERNAL PORTABLE DISK DRIVE MODEL 001: o Width: 280mm (11 inches) o Depth: 345mm (13.6 inches) o Height: 160mm (6.3 inches) o Weight: 6.12kg (13.5 lbs) without module o Weight: 10.3kg (22.6 lbs) with module o Gross weight and box size: - Width: 400mm (15.75 inches) - Depth: 505mm (19.88 inches) - Height: 330mm (13.0 inches) - Weight: 13.74kg (30.31 lbs) with module o Power Supply: 75 Watts output o Voltage: 100 to 125V, 200 to 240V Nominal Auto Ranging; 50/60 Hz o Thermal Output: 400 BTUs per hour o Power Source Loading: 0.24 KVA o Noise Level: 42 dBA operating, 41 dBA idle o U.S.A. FCC Class: A o Germany VDE Class: A o Japan VCCI -- 1 IBM 7204 EXTERNAL DISK DRIVE MODEL 320: o Width: 280mm (11.0 inches) o Depth: 285mm (11.3 inches) o Height: 80mm (3.3 inches) o Weight: 4.7kg (10.3 lbs) o Gross Weight and Box Size: - Width: 290mm (11.42 inches) - Depth: 498mm (19.61 inches) - Height: 490mm (19.29 inches) - Weight: 6.14kg (13.54 lbs) o Power Supply: 75 Watts output o Voltage: 100 to 125V, 200 to 240V Nominal Auto Ranging; 50/60 Hz o Thermal Output: 110 BTUs per hour o Power Source Loading: 0.07 KVA o Noise Level: 40 dBA operating, 40 dBA idle o U.S.A. FCC Class: A o Germany VDE Class: A o Japan VCCI -- 1 IBM 7207 150MB EXTERNAL 1/4-INCH CARTRIDGE TAPE DRIVE MODEL 001: o Width: 280mm (11.0 inches) o Depth: 285mm (11.3 inches) o Height: 80mm (3.3 inches) o Weight: 4.5kg (10.0 lbs) o Gross Weight and Box Size: - Width: 290mm (11.42 inches) - Depth: 498mm (19.61 inches) - Height: 490mm (19.29 inches) - Weight: 6.10kg (13.44 lbs) o Power Supply: 75 Watts output o Voltage: 100 to 125V, 200 to 240V Nominal Auto Ranging; 50/60 Hz o Thermal Output: 200 BTUs per hour o Power Source Loading: 0.12 KVA o Noise Level: 46 dBA operating, 40 dBA idle o U.S.A. FCC Class: A o Germany VDE Class: A o Japan VCCI -- 1 IBM 7208 2.3GB EXTERNAL 8MM TAPE DRIVE MODEL 001: o Width: 280mm (11.0 inches) o Depth: 285mm (11.3 inches) o Height: 123mm (4.8 inches) o Weight: 6.0kg (13.3 lbs) o Gross Weight and Box Size: - Width: 290mm (11.42 inches) - Depth: 498mm (19.61 inches) - Height: 490mm (19.29 inches) - Weight: 7.55kg (16.65 lbs) o Power Supply: 75 Watts output o Voltage: 100 to 125V, 200 to 240V Nominal Auto Ranging; 50/60 Hz o Thermal Output: 110 BTUs per hour o Power Source Loading: 0.07 KVA o Noise Level: 46 dBA operating, 40 dBA idle o U.S.A. FCC Class: A o Germany VDE Class: A o Japan VCCI -- 1 IBM 7210 EXTERNAL CD-ROM DRIVE MODEL 001: o Width: 280mm (11.0 inches) o Depth: 285mm (11.3 inches) o Height: 80mm (3.3 inches) o Weight: 4.9kg (10.8 lbs) o Gross Weight and Box Size: - Width: 290mm (11.42 inches) - Depth: 498mm (19.61 inches) - Height: 490mm (19.29 inches) - Weight: 6.41kg (14.13 lbs) o Power Supply: 75 Watts output o Voltage: 100 to 125V, 200 to 240V Nominal Auto Ranging; 50/60 Hz o Thermal Output: 110 BTUs per hour o Power Source Loading: 0.07 KVA o Noise Level: 36 dBA operating, 36 dBA idle o U.S.A. FCC Class: A o Germany VDE Class: A o Japan VCCI -- 1 OPERATING ENVIRONMENT: IBM 7203 PORTABLE DISK DRIVE MODEL 001, IBM 355MB PORTABLE MODULE (#2300), AND IBM 670MB PORTABLE MODULE (#2310): o Temperature: 16 (degs) to 32 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F) o Relative Humidity: 8% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 23.0 (degs) C (73 (degs) F) maximum NOTE: The Portable Module Acclimatization is 10 (degs) C per hour temperature gradient. IBM 7204 EXTERNAL DISK DRIVE MODEL 320: o Temperature: 16 (degs) to 32 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F) o Relative Humidity: 8% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 23.0 (degs) C (73 (degs) F) maximum IBM 7207 1/4-INCH CARTRIDGE TAPE DRIVE MODEL 001 (WITH MEDIA): o Temperature: 16 (degs) to 32 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F) o Relative Humidity: 20% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 23.0 (degs) C (73 (degs) F) maximum IBM 7208 EXTERNAL 2.3GB 8MM TAPE DRIVE MODEL 001 (WITH MEDIA): o Temperature: 16 (degs) to 32 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F) o Relative Humidity: 20% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 23.0 (degs) C (73 (degs) F) maximum IBM 7210 CD-ROM DRIVE MODEL 001 (WITH MEDIA): o Temperature: 16 (degs) to 32 (degs) C (60 (degs) to 90 (degs) F) o Relative Humidity: 10% to 80% o Wet Bulb: 23.0 (degs) C (73 (degs) F) maximum PLANNING INFORMATION CABLE ORDERS: The first external I/O device will require an SCSI Controller Cable (#2832) to attach to the IBM RISC System/6000 SCSI Adapter. Additional external I/O devices will require SCSI Device-to-Device Cable (#3130). ACCESSORIES AND/OR SUPPLIES: Supplies can be purchased from IBM Authorized Supplies Dealers, IBM Authorized Distributors, or from IBM Telemarketing Operations (TMO). Call IBM TMO at 1-800-IBM-2468. Mail orders should be sent to: IBM Corporation IBM Telemarketing Operations One Culver Road Dayton, NJ 08810 o 8mm Data Cartridges and Cleaning Cartridges - Customer data cartridge, P/N 21F8595 -- provides five 8-millimeter data cartridges containing media 112 meters in length. Each cartridge provides up to 2.3GB capacity when used with the IBM 7208 2.3GB External 8mm Tape Drive Model 001. These cartridges will be shipped in a '5-pack,' which is the minimum ship quantity. - Cleaning cartridge P/N 21F8593 -- provides one cleaning cartridge good for twelve cleanings. o 1/4-Inch Data Cartridges and Cleaning Cartridges - Customer data cartridge, P/N 21F8588 -- provides five 1/4-inch data cartridges containing media 600 feet in length. Each cartridge provides up to 150MB capacity when used with the IBM 7207 150MB External 1/4-Inch Tape Drive Model 001. These cartridges will be shipped in a '5-pack,' which is the minimum ship quantity. - The 1/4-Inch Cleaning Cartridge (P/N 21F8570) will be available June 30, 1990. SECURITY, AUDITABILITY AND CONTROL These products use the security and auditability features of the host software and/or application software. User management is responsible for evaluation, selection, and implementation of security features, administrative procedures, and appropriate controls in application systems and communications facilities. TERMS AND CONDITIONS VOLUME PURCHASE DISCOUNT: Volume purchasing is available under the Volume Procurement Amendment (VPA) to Agreement for Purchase of IBM Machines. The announced products are included in Category B of the newly announced Advanced Workstations and Related I/O Exhibit (ADWK-01). For further information regarding volume orders, contact your IBM marketing representative. IBM CREDIT CORPORATION FINANCING: IBM Credit Corporation is offering the broadest range of lease terms available for any IBM product announced to date. In addition to three-, four-, and five-year offerings, IBM Credit is announcing, specifically for the IBM RISC System/6000 family, a two-year lease for commercial and state and local government customers. This offering should provide customers who are looking for short-term flexibility with attractively priced financing to meet budget and financial reporting requirements. IBM Credit is also offering Total System Lease options for those customers who like the simplicity of a packaged solution for hardware, software, services, and financing. Installment payment financing for commercial and state and local government customers is available for terms of 12 to 60 months. CUSTOMER FULFILLMENT OPTION APPLIES: Yes. ELIGIBLE MACHINE UNDER ALTERNATIVE CERTIFICATION FOR IBM MACHINES: No. WARRANTY PERIOD: One year. WARRANTY SERVICE: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR). IBM MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT: IBM On-Site Repair (IOR). IBM HOURLY SERVICE RATE CLASSIFICATION: Two. IBM warranty service, maintenance service, or IBM hourly service may be obtained by calling 1-800-IBM-SERV. IBM hourly service is available at the applicable rate and terms, including element exchange price if applicable. MID-RANGE SYSTEM AMENDMENT: The announced products are eligible machines for the Mid-Range System Amendment to the IBM Maintenance Agreement. A revised exhibit will be available at a later date. Eligible Discount Types 3-Year 5-Year 7203 12% 17% 7204 12% 17% 7207 12% 17% 7208 12% 17% 7210 12% 17% CORPORATE SERVICE AMENDMENT: The announced products are eligible machines for the Corporate Service Amendment to the IBM Maintenance Agreement. A revised exhibit will be available at a later date. Discount Option 3-Year 5-Year Network 15% 20% System 12% 17% EXTENDED MAINTENANCE OPTION: The announced products are eligible machines for the Extended Maintenance Option Amendment to the IBM Maintenance Agreement. A revised exhibit will be available at a later date. PRODUCT AVAILABILITY STATUS: New product available. FIELD INSTALLABLE FEATURES: Yes. CUSTOMER SETUP: Customer setup allowance is five days. IBM setup is available at the applicable IBM hourly service rate and terms. LICENSED INTERNAL CODE: No. EDUCATIONAL ALLOWANCE: A 30% educational allowance is available to qualifying institutions in accordance with the Educational Allowance Amendment. The educational allowance may not be added to any other discount or allowance. CHARGES Model/ Machine Feature Purchase Description Type Number Price External Portable Disk Drive 7203 001 $ 6,400 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 303 SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 75 670MB Select Option 2311 3,350 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module 2300 5,700 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module 2310 9,050 External Disk Drive Model 320 7204 320 5,900 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 303 SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 75 150MB External 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive 7207 001 1,995 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 303 SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 75 2.3GB External 8mm Tape Drive 7208 001 6,650 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 303 SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 75 External CD-ROM Drive 7210 001 1,695 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 303 SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 75 MAINTENANCE AND USE CHARGES: Minimum Model/ Maint. Machine Feature Charge Description Type Number Monthly External Portable Disk Drive 7203 001 $ 38 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 -- SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 -- 670MB Select Option 2311 24 355MB Portable Disk Drive Module 2300 36 670MB Portable Disk Drive Module 2310 60 External Disk Drive Model 320 7204 320 35 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 -- SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 -- 150MB External 1/4-Inch Cartridge Tape Drive 7207 001 14 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 -- SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 -- 2.3GB External 8mm Tape Drive 7208 001 70 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 -- SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 -- External CD-ROM Drive 7210 001 23 SCSI Controller Cable 2832 -- SCSI Device-to-Device Cable 3130 --