Table 7. Specifications (continued)

Feature

Description

 

 

 

Ethernet (on the system

v

Gigabit Ethernet

board)

 

 

 

 

 

PCI Express Mini Card

v

ThinkPad 11b/g Wireless LAN Mini PCI Express Adapter

 

 

III

 

v Intel WiFi Link 5100

 

v

Intel WiMAX/WiFi Link 5150

 

v

Intel WiMAX/WiFi Link 5350

 

v

Ericsson F3507g USA - Wireless WAN card

 

v

Ericsson F3507g Other - Wireless WAN card

 

v

Wireless USB PCI Express Half-Mini Card

ExpressCard slot/Smart

v

One ExpressCard slot

Card slot

v

One Smart Card slot

Bluetooth wireless (some

v

ThinkPad Bluetooth with Enhanced Data Rate (BDC-2.1)

models)

 

 

 

 

 

Touch pad

v

UltraNav®

Battery

v

Li-ion battery (6 cells) 2.4 Ah

 

v Li-ion battery (6 cells) 2.6 Ah

 

v Li-ion battery (9 cells) 2.6 Ah

AC adapter

v

65-watt type

 

v

90-watt type

Preinstalled operating

v

Windows XP Professional

system

v

Windows Vista® Starter Edition (32 bit)

 

v Windows Vista Home Basic (32 bit)

 

v

Windows Vista Home Premium (32 bit)

 

v Windows Vista Business (32 bit)

 

v Windows Vista Ultimate (32 bit)

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IBM SL500 manual Iii

SL500 specifications

The IBM SL500 is a notable entry in the realm of high-capacity tape libraries, designed for organizations that require efficient data backup, archiving, and management solutions. It stands out due to its robust feature set, innovative technologies, and the capability to evolve with an organization's growing data needs.

One of the principal features of the IBM SL500 is its modular architecture, allowing businesses to start with a basic configuration and expand as their requirements grow. This scalability is crucial in accommodating increasing data volumes without requiring a complete system overhaul. The library supports a variety of tape formats, including the IBM LTO (Linear Tape-Open) technology, known for its high capacity and reliability.

The SL500 also integrates advanced features like a user-friendly graphical interface for monitoring and managing tape operations. This interface simplifies administrative tasks and provides real-time insights into the system's performance, allowing IT professionals to manage data more efficiently. Additionally, the SL500 comes equipped with automated handling capabilities, such as robotic arms that minimize manual intervention, thus reducing the risk of human error and improving operational efficiency.

In terms of scalability, the SL500 supports multiple drive configurations and slots for cartridges, which can house thousands of tape cartridges, enabling organizations to tailor the system to their unique data storage needs. It can include up to 10 tape drives and house more than 7,000 cartridges, offering a massive storage capacity that is both reliable and secure.

The library's robust security features further enhance its appeal. It includes data encryption capabilities to protect sensitive information stored on tapes, ensuring compliance with various regulatory standards. Moreover, its integration capabilities with IBM Spectrum Protect and other data protection software allow organizations to streamline their backup and recovery processes.

Another significant aspect of the SL500 is its energy-efficient design. IBM has incorporated energy-saving features in the library, reducing operational costs and environmental impact. This forward-thinking approach reflects a growing need within data management solutions to balance performance with sustainability.

In summary, the IBM SL500 is an advanced tape library system that combines scalability, automation, security, and energy efficiency. With its various features and capabilities, it is an appealing choice for businesses seeking to enhance their data management strategies while accommodating future growth.