Hardware Announcement July 12, 2005 IBM Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI offers reliable, economical backup subsystem Overview Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI Take advantage of solid performance, excellent data storage capacity, a high-density form factor, and industry-leading Linear Tape-Open (LTO) backup technology with the Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI. The drive offers an attractively priced entry offering into LTO technology for mid- to high-end IBM xseries servers requiring high-capacity, high-performance, and high-reliability tape solutions in a 5.25-inch, half-high form factor. Using its onboard hardware data compression feature and assuming a 2:1 compression ratio, this drive can store up to 400 GB per cartridge at a backup rate of up to 172.8 GB/hr. It delivers solid performance through attachment to a supported 160 MB/s, or higher, Ultra2 low-voltage differential (LVD) SCSI adapter or onboard controller. The LTO Generation 2 delivers strong performance with data transfers up to 24 MB/s in native mode (86.4 GB/hr) and 48 MB/s in compressed mode 1 (172.8 GB/hr). LTO Generation 3 Media 5-Pack Option: This option provides an economical, convenient method of purchasing data cartridge supplies for your LTO Generation 3 Tape Drives. This 5-pack will support any LTO Generation 3 tape drive or tape automation product, including IBM s LTO Generation 3 (25R0012). It is packaged as a separate option with five cartridges per carton and has a 5-year limited warranty. PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel : The lead-free, RoHS-compliant 2 Dual Port Adapter is optimal for visualized data centers that are slot-constrained. This adapter delivers an impressive throughput boost and other advanced server features such as failover, load balancing, and teaming with two ports up to 1 gigabit speed. The half-length adapter runs on a PCI-X 64-bit slot at speeds up to 133 MHz bus speed. Key prerequisites Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI Ultra160 or Ultra320 SCSI adapter An available half-high or full-high drive bay or supported external tape enclosure LTO Generation 3 Media 5-Pack IBM LTO Generation 3 (25R0012) Pro/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel Supported xseries or BladeCenter systems Windows, Linux, Red Hat, or SUSE LINUX Planned availability dates July 25, 2005: Half-High LTO Generation 2 Dual Port Adapter July 26, 2005, LTO Generation 3 Media Cartridge At a glance The Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI is a tape backup subsystem ideal for entry to mid-range data backup applications. It offers: 5.25-inch, half-high form factor (internal installation) Solid performance: 200 GB native capacity, 24 MB/s native transfer rate, 18-watt operating power Ease of use and service Support for Ultra160 (or higher) SCSI adapters Support for leading operating systems and popular backup software One-year, limited warranty 3 The LTO Generation 3 Media 5-Pack option is packaged with five cartridges per carton and carries a 5-year limited warranty. The PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel enables multiport connections for data centers with PCI slot constraints. For technical support: Call the IBM Support Center at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or Request technical information via the Personal Computing Division Web site at http://www.ibm.com/pc/support This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: http://www.ibm.com. IBM United States IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. 105-237
Additional information Description Part number IBM Half-High LTO Generation 2 SCSI LTO Generation 3 Media 5-Pack option PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel 25R0005 25R0032 73P5101 All offers are subject to availability. IBM reserves the right to alter product offerings and specifications at any time without notice. IBM is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors. IBM makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services. Product positioning The Half-High LTO Generation 2 is an entry offering into LTO technology. Reference information 1 Based on using the onboard hardware data compression feature and assuming a 2:1 compression ratio. Data compression is dependent on many factors and is often less than stated. 2 RoHS is a European Union directive dealing with the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. 3 For information on IBM s Statement of Limited Warranty, call 800-IBM-SERV (800-426-7378) or contact your IBM representative or reseller. Copies are available upon request. Trademarks BladeCenter is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. The e-business logo and xseries are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. 105-237 -2-
IBM US Announcement Supplemental Information July 12, 2005 Half-High LTO Generation 2 (25R0005) Performance specifications Native transfer: 24 MB/s 86 GB/hr Compressed: 48 MB/s 173 GB/hr Native capacity: 200 GB Compressed: 400 GB Technical information Physical specifications (approximate) Height: 41.45 mm (1.63 in) Width: 146.0 mm (5.75 in) Depth: 221.0 mm (8.7 in) Weight: 1.5 kg (3 lbs 5 oz) Shipping dimensions (approximate) Height: 228.6 mm (9.0 in) Width: 304.8 mm (12.0 in) Depth: 381.0 mm (15.0 in) Weight: 3.6 kg (8.0 lb) Operating environment Temperature: 10 to 35 C (50 to 95 F) at 0 to 914 m (0 to 3,000 ft) 10 to 32 C (50 to 90 F) at 914 to 2,133 m (3,000 to 7,000 ft) Relative humidity: 20% to 80% Maximum altitude: 2,133 m (7,000 ft) Electrical specifications (nominal per power supply) Power (idle): 7 watt Power (operating: 18 watt Agency approvals UL cul or CSA IEC 950 FCC Class B TUV C-Tick ENERGY STAR-compliant: Hardware requirements: This product requires connection to a dedicated channel of an integrated Ultra160 or Ultra320 SCSI controller or a similar optional SCSI adapter 4 installed in the server. Internal installation in an open 5.25-inch, half-high bay in the following servers is supported. For the latest, most accurate compatibility information, visit our Web site http://www.pc.ibm.com/us/compat Then choose xseries, and then Tape Backup Units. Machine System name type Model xseries 205 8480 All xseries 206 8482 All xseries 225 8647 All xseries 226 8648 All xseries 235 8671 All xseries 236 8841 All xseries 255 8685 All xseries 260 8864 All xseries 305 8673 All xseries 306 8836 All xseries 325 8835 All xseries 335 8676 All xseries 345 8670 All xseries 346 8840 All xseries 365 8861 All xseries 380 8865 All xseries 440 8787 All xseries 445 8870 All xseries 450 8688 All xseries 455 8855 All External attachment in the following enclosures is supported: 45591UX 4559HHX 45594UX 4 When referring to tape drive capacity, GB stands for one billion bytes. Total user-accessible capacity may vary depending on operating environments. Supported tape backup applications The following tape backup applications are compatible. However, backup applications are supported by the individual suppliers, so visit their respective certification Web sites for confirmation of compatibility. Veritas Backup Exec for Windows Veritas Backup Exec for NetWare Veritas NBU for Windows CA Brightstor for Windows and Linux TSM for Windows Legato Networker for Windows and Linux Limitations: These products require a dedicated Ultra160 LVD SCSI channel for optimum performance. This announcement is provided for your information only. For additional information, contact your IBM representative, call 800-IBM-4YOU, or visit the IBM home page at: http://www.ibm.com. IBM United States IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. 105-237
Planning information Installation time: Approximately 20 minutes Packaging: One box Shipment group LTO Generation 2 assembly Multilingual User Manual CD (25R0017) Quick Install Guide/Warranty (25R0018) Clean cartridge (35L2086) U320 internal SCSI cable (25R0044) Bag of screws (M3X3)(49P2557) Help and service information Machine type To make your computing experience more productive and enjoyable, HelpWare is a comprehensive set of offerings designed to provide you with a full range of service and support options. As part of IBM s commitment to provide the support you demand, many HelpWare services are complimentary during the warranty period of your IBM Personal Computer. Publications Online user and installation manuals are available at http://www.pc.ibm.com/support Click servers, then the server family, then Online Publications. Security, auditability, and control This product uses the security and auditability features of the server in which it is installed. Terms and conditions Field-installable Customer setup Warranty period 1 year 5 Service type CRU Maintenance agreement Optional upgrade Central Facility Maintenance Service (CFMS) option Licensed programs All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed. 5 To obtain copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or call IBM. In the United States, call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or write to: Warranty Information P.O. Box 12195 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 Attn: Dept. JDJA/B203 Help and service information Features and options During the warranty period, technical support can be obtained by accessing IBM s online services or calling the SupportCenter, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative. Accessing IBM Online Services http://www.ibm.com/pc/support 105-237 -2-
IBM LTO Generation 3 Media 5-Pack (25R0032) Technical information Performance specifications: This tape media option has high-performance and capacity and comes with five data cartridges per carton. Physical specifications 6 in (W) x 5 in (H) x 5 in (D) 6 6 Per cartridge Operating environment Temperature: 10 to 40 C (50 to 104 F) Relative humidity: 20% to 80% ENERGY STAR-compliant: Hardware requirements The tape media option is supported on the IBM LTO Generation 3 (25R0012). Additional cable orders required: Approximate installation time: Five minutes te: IBM programs are licensed under the terms and conditions of the IBM License Agreements that ship with the product. n-ibm programs are available from IBM as distributed by the program supplier. All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed. Help and service information Features and options During the warranty period, technical support can be obtained by accessing IBM s online services at http://www.ibm.com/storage/media or calling IBM at 888-426-6334, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative. Accessing IBM Online Services http://www.ibm.com/storage/media Packaging: One box Shipment group 5 data tape media cartridges Retail only Packaging dimensions 6 in (W) x 5 in (H) x 5 in (D) Security, auditability, and control This product uses the security and auditability features of host hardware, software, and application software. Terms and conditions Field-installable Customer setup Warranty period 7 Limited 8 Service type CCE Maintenance agreement Optional upgrade Licensed programs 7 To obtain copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or call IBM. In the United States, call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378) or write to: Warranty Information P.O. Box 12195 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 Attn: Dept. JDJA/B203 8 The tape media option has a 5-year limited warranty. Copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty can be obtained by contacting your reseller or accessing the online services listed in the Help and Service Information section of this announcement, or by calling IBM at 800-426-7378. -3-105-237
PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel (73P5101) At a glance Product specific The PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Adapter is a lead-free, RoHS-compliant short form factor, full-size adapter. Buses: 32-/64-bit, 33/66 MHz PCI; 64-bit, 66/100/133 MHz PCI-X Two RJ45 ports 10/100/1000 Mbps auto negotiation Intel 82546GB controller PXE 2.1 Wake on LAN, enabling remote management Remote boot feature Load balancing that allows heterogeneous failover Jumbo frames support TCP Checksum/Large Send Offload Technical information Physical specifications (approximate) Height: 184.1 mm (7.25 in) Width: 133.3 mm (5.25 in) Depth: 25.4 mm (1.00 in) Operating environment Temperature: 10 to 35 C (50 to 95 F) at 0 to 914 m (0 to 3,000 ft) 10 to 32 C (50 to 90 F) at 914 m to 2,133 m (3,000 to 7,000 ft) Relative humidity: 8% to 80% (non-condensing) Agency approvals UL cul or CSA TUV IEC 950 VDE ENERGY STAR compliant: Hardware requirements IBM systems: The Intel Pro/1000 adapters are supported on the following IBM platforms. System name Machine type Model BladeCenter 8677 All BladeCenter 8720 All BladeCenter 8730 All BladeCenter 8678 All BladeCenter 8832 All BladeCenter 8839 All BladeCenter 8842 All BladeCenter 8843 All BladeCenter 8850 All xseries Servers All All Compatibility is very dynamic. For the latest and most accurate compatibility information, refer to http://www.ibm.com/us/compat/xseries/ Software requirements: Supported on Windows, Linux, Red Hat, and SUSE LINUX. For the latest software compatibility information, visit http://www.ibm.com/pc/us/compat Compatibility: Compatible with all xseries and BladeCenter systems. Some configurations may not be compatible. Planning information Additional cable orders required: Approximate installation time: 10 min. Packaging: One box Shipment group PRO/1000 GT Dual Port Server Adapter by Intel (73P5101) Label Publications Security, auditability, and control This product uses the security and auditability features of host hardware, software, and application software. Terms and conditions Field-installable Customer setup Warranty period 9 1/1 Service type (CCE/CCR/CRU) CRU Maintenance agreement Optional upgrade Licensed programs All other terms and conditions are the same as those applicable to the IBM machine type in which the feature is installed. 9 To obtain copies of the IBM Statement of Limited Warranty, contact your reseller or call IBM. In the United States, call 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378), or write to: Warranty Information P.O. Box 12195 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 Attn: Dept. JDJA/B203 Help and service information Features and options During the warranty period, support for a warranty-related issue can be obtained by accessing IBM s online services (requires Internet access account, not included) or calling the IBM Support Center, at 800-IBM-SERV (426-7378), 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to answer any questions regarding your new IBM option. Response time will vary depending on the number and nature of calls received. If you need warranty service, return or exchange is available. In addition, if your IBM option is installed in an IBM computer, you may be entitled to service at your location. For general questions related to the use of your options, fee-based support is available. Your technical support representative can help you determine the best alternative. 105-237 -4-
Accessing IBM online services http://www.ibm.com/pc International Warranty Service (IWS): IWS is available during the warranty period to customers who travel or relocate to countries where their computer is sold and serviced by IBM or IBM resellers authorized to perform warranty service. Eligible IBM computers are identified by their four-digit machine type. You can obtain IWS through the method of service, such as depot, carry-in, or on-site, provided in the servicing country. Service methods and procedures vary by country, and some service or parts may not be available in all countries. Service centers in certain countries may not able to service all models of a particular machine type. In addition, some countries may have fees and restrictions that apply at the time of service. To determine the eligibility of your computer and to view a list of countries where service is available, visit http://www.ibm.com/pc/support Click on the Warranty Lookup tab. For more information on IWS, refer to Services Announcement 601-034, dated September 25, 2001. Trademarks BladeCenter is a trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. xseries, HelpWare, and Wake on LAN are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States or other countries or both. Intel is a trademark of Intel Corporation. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds in the United States, other countries, or both. Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Prices IBM Part list Description number price 10 IBM LTO Half-High 25R0005 $2,199 Generation 2 Internal IBM LTO Generation 3 25R0032 699 Media 5 Pack PRO/1000 GT Dual Port 73P5101 249 Server Adapter by Intel 10 IBM price does not include tax or shipping and is subject to change without notice. Reseller prices may vary. IBM Global Financing: IBM Global Financing offers competitive financing to credit-qualified customers and IBM Business Partners to assist them in acquiring IT solutions. Offerings include financing for IT acquisition, including hardware, software, and services, both from IBM and other manufacturers or vendors. Offerings (for all customer segments: small, medium, and large enterprise), rates, terms, and availability can vary by country. Contact your local IBM Global Financing organization or visit http://www.ibm.com/financing IBM Global Financing offerings are provided through IBM Credit LLC in the United States and other IBM subsidiaries and divisions worldwide to qualified commercial and government customers. Rates are based on a customer s credit rating, financing terms, offering type, equipment type, and options, and may vary by country. Other restrictions may apply. Rates and offerings are subject to change, extension, or withdrawal without notice. -5-105-237