Qualstar 9-Track Tape Drives 3400 Series, 3400 Series Brochure & Specs
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
Qualstar brings the power and reliability of 9-track tape technology to personal computers, workstations, 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 requirement. 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.
The Tape Experts
3400 Series
9-Track Tape Drives
®
Seismic
Pro ven
Feature/Model PE Quad* GCR 2-Speed GCR
Pertec Interface 3404 3412 3414 3418
SCSI-2 Single Ended 3404S 3412S 3414S 3418S
SCSI-2 Differential 3404SD 3412SD 3414SD 3418SD
Density 1600/3200 Quad 1600/6250 Quad
IPS/KBS @ 800 NRZI N/A 62/100 N/A 62/100
IPS/KBS @ 1600 PE 125/200 125/200 125/200 125/200
IPS/KBS @ 3200 DPE 62/200 62/200 N/A 62/200
IPS/KBS @ 6250 GCR N/A 125/781 62/390 62/390, 125/781
Rewind (max.) 400 IPS 400 IPS 400 IPS 400 IPS
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Quad Density is 6250/3200/1600/800 BPI. 800 BPI is read only.
Available from:
Founded in 1983, Qualstar has delivered
over 25,000 reliable, cost-effective tape
systems.
Our tape products are sold worldwide
through a network of knowledgeable
dealers and integrators who share our
commitment to quality.
The Tape Experts
®
QUALSTAR CORPORATION
6709 Independence Avenue
Canoga Park, CA 91303
Fax: (818) 592-0116
Tel: (818) 592-0061
(800) 468-0680
E-mail:sales@qualstar.com
Web: www.qualstar.com
Qualstar Corporation does not warrant the MTBF to be representative of any
particular unit installed for customer use. Failure rates are derived from a large
database of test samples. The individual failure rate will vary from unit to unit.
All information and specifications are based on our knowledge of the products
at the time this data sheet was printed. We believe this information to be correct,
however, Qualstar reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Qualstar and the Qualstar logo are registered trademarks of Qualstar Corporation.
Trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright © 1997 Qualstar Corporation.
All rights reserved.
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1.0 MB Cache Buffer, 4 MB/sec Burst
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Supports Synchronous Data Transfer
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User Configurable
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Optional Internal Termination
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Remote Density Selection
SCSI-2 Interface
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Rack Mount
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Host Adapter
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Cables
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Software
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Extended Warranty
Options
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Width (in./cm): 19.00/48.26
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Height (in./cm): 5.25/13.34
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Depth (in./cm): 25.20/64.01
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Weight (lb./kg): 58/26
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Voltage: 100, 120, 220, 240 VAC
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Frequency: 48 - 62 Hz
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Watts: 200
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MTBF: 24,000 Hours*
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Warranty: 1 Year Advance Replacement
Specifications
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