Qualstar 3400 Series manual Feature Benefit

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3400 Series

9-Track Tape Drives

Qualstar brings the power and reliability of 9-track tape technology to personal computers, worksta- tions, and midrange systems, providing easy interchange of ANSI or IBM mainframe data. The 3400 Series provides streaming tape performance in a low-profile, 5.25” high package. It will read and write mainframe information in ASCII or EBCDIC formats using labeled or unlabeled tapes with fixed or variable length records on DOS, NetWare, UNIX, Windows, OS/2, NT, VMS, or MAC O/S. Supported platforms include IBM PC, Macintosh, RS/6000, AS/400, Sun, DEC, HP 9000, Data General, SGI, Unisys and others.

The 3400 Series offers the industry’s broadest range of models and features to meet any require- ment. A comprehensive set of diagnostic tools is built into each drive, including automatic calibration self test maintenance reminders, and performance monitoring functions. The digital display gives clear concise reporting of all drive functions and diagnostics. Its advanced features, compact size and rugged all-metal construction make Qualstar’s 3400 Series the tape drive of choice for critical applications worldwide.

Feature	Benefit
Autoloading for all reel sizes	Reads all half-inch tape sizes
IBM and ANSI compatible tape formats	Meets data interchange standards
All-metal construction	Rugged, rigid tape path
Brushless DC motors	Exceptional reliability
Low profile - 5.25 inches high	Conserves rack space
Self-calibrating - no electrical adjustments	Easy installation
Extensive diagnostics, self-test capabilities	Reduces service calls and downtime