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Scalar 218M
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Product Summary
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1 or 2 DLT Drives
18 Cartridge Positions
Up To 1.44 TB Capacity
Up To 86 GB/Hour Transfer Rate

Product Description
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With an 18-cartridge capacity and one or two DLT™ drives, the Scalar® 218M is a compact tape library designed to handle the high-performance backup tasks facing growing data centers. Dual DLTtape™ drives provide double throughput, concurrent read/write operations, and continuous processing. The high-performance robotics offer quick, 35-second initialization and 10-second average media exchange time. The Scalar 218M's 1,000,000 cartridge change rating means high reliability even in the heaviest use. The integrated barcode reader and media import/export slot provide advanced media management capability. The Scalar 218M is available in both desktop and rackmount versions.

Features and Benefits
bulletRobotics rated for 1,000,000 cartridge changes means years of trouble-free service, even at high duty cycles
bulletUp to 1.44TB capacity-handles large data backup requirements
bulletDual DLT drives provide increased backup speeds and built-in redundancy
bulletFront-access import/export slot offers secure cartridge exchange and simplified media management
bulletIntegrated barcode reader provides instant media verification and inventory
bulletSplit-bus SCSI connectivity allows unit to be configured for maximum performance
bulletDesktop or rackmount configuration-the Scalar 218M fits easily into standard data center environments
bulletOne year On-site Service included for the highest levels of protection

Notes
Capacity and transfer rates assume average 2:1 compression, unless otherwise stated.

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Library Configurations
Tape Capacity: 18 cartridges maximum capacity
Barcode Reader: Included in all configurations
Import/Export Slot: Included; takes one cartridge slot if configured
Drives: 1 or 2
Quantum DLT4000, DLT7000 or DLT8000
Slot Configuration: 18
17 plus I/E slot
16 plus I/E slot for use with some software packages
16 for use with some software packages

Drives and Performance
Drive Type: DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000
Library Capacity
     Native 360 GB 630 GB 720 GB
     with 2:1 Compression: 720 GB 1.26 TB 1.44 TB
Transfer Rate per drive Native: 90 MB/min 300 MB/min 360 MB/min
     with 2:1 Compression: 185MB/min. 600MB/min. 720 MB/min
SCSI Interface: SCSI-2, Fast
HVD
SCSI-2, Fast/Wide
HVD
SCSI-2, Fast/Wide
HVD
File Access Time (Avg): 68 seconds 60 seconds 60 seconds
Data Compression: On-board DCLZ with variable block size
Recording Format: Multiple Track, Linear Serpentine
Data Buffer: 2 MB 8 MB 8 MB
  Cache buffer adjusts to host rates
Media: DLTtape IV DLTtape IV DLTtape IV
Tape Length: 1850 feet 1850 feet 1850 feet
Recording Density: 82,000 bits/in 86,000 bits/in 98,000 bits/in
Tracks Per Tape: 128 208 208

Operation
Cartridge Change: 10 sec. maximum
Indicators: Keypad with LCD menu display
Drive: Write protected, tape in use, use cleaning tape and tape density LEDs, density Select, tape unload controls
Interface: High density, 68-pin

Reliability
Hard Error Rate: Less than 1 in 1017 bits read
Tape Shelf Life: 30 years minimum (at 20oC, 40% RH)
Maintenance: Periodic drive head cleaning with DLT cleaning cartridge
MSBF: Greater than 1,000,000 cartridge changes
MTBF: Greater than 80,000 power on hours
MTTR: Less than 30 minutes
Error Correction Code: Reed-Solomon ECC; 64-bit CRC on each KB of data; 16-bit CRC on each record; internal parity checking onbuffer
Field Replaceable: Drives, power supplies, picker assembly, SCSI cables, fan, barcode reader, control electronics module
Diagnostics: Built-In-Test (BIT), store/recall last 100 events
"fault isolation" assistance

Physical
Dimensions: 19.0"W x 24.5"D x 10.5"H
(48.2cm x 62.2cm x 26.7cm)
Rack Height Dimensions: 6U (10.5" 26.7cm)
Weight: 70 lbs. (31.7kg) with 2 drives

Environmental
Electrical: 100-240 VAC, 47-63 Hz 2.5 - 1.25A
Altitude: 30,000 ft. (9,144m)
Temperature: 10° C to 40° C operating
Humidity: 5 to 80% non-condensing operating
Noise Level: <45 dBA
Vibration: 0.3g peak (5-500-5 Hz) operating
Tested per ISTA for storage/shipping
Shock: 3g operating
Impact tested per ISTA for storage/shipping
BTU/Hour: 600

Compliance and Certification
Safety: UL-1950/CUL C22.2 No. 950, TUV EN 60950
Emissions: FCC #47, Part 15, Class B, EN 55022, VCCI, BCIQ
Immunity: EN 50082-1
International: CE

Notes:
1 With 2 drives and 18 tapes with 2:1 compression
2 With scheduled maintenance

Software and Platforms
See the most recent ADIC Software Compatibility Guide for a complete list of software and platforms compatible with the Scalar Series.

Part Numbers
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  Scalar 218M Desktop
Features DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000
ADIC Part Number 99-4023-02, 1 drive HVD
99-4023-06, 2 drives HVD
99-4023-04, 1 drive HVD
99-4023-08, 2 drives HVD
99-4023-10, 1 drive HVD
99-4023-12, 2 drives HVD
Media Type DLTtape IV DLTtape IV DLTtape IV
Average Tape Capacity 20/40 GB 35/70 GB 40/80 GB
Mailslot Capacity 1 slot 1 slot 1 slot
Number of Drives 1 or 2 1 or 2 1 or 2
Total System Capacity up to 720 GB up to 1.26 TB up to 1.44 TB
Recommended System Size 150-250GB 250-350 GB 300-400 GB
Maximum Transfer Rate w/2 drives/min. 185/360 MB 600/1200 MB 360/720 MB
Accessories Included 1 slot physical mailbox
1 Barcode Reader
Barcode Labels (1-99)
1 DLTtape™ IV
SCSI terminator
Cleaning Cartridge
Power Cord
15' HVD HD68/HD68 Interface Cable 2944 UW differential Adaptec card
Accessories Required Backup Software
DLTtape Cartridges
Expansion Drives 93-1048-01 DLT4000 HVD 93-1050-01 DLT7000 HVD 93-0201-01 DLT8000 HVD
Accessory Options 39-1049-11 DLTtape IV 7pk
10-1338-02(up to -11) Barcode Labels

  Scalar 218M Rack Mount
Features DLT4000 DLT7000 DLT8000
ADIC Part Number 99-4023-01, 1 drive HVD
99-4023-05, 2 drives HVD
99-4023-03, 1 drive HVD
99-4023-07, 2 drives HVD
 
Media Type DLTtape IV DLTtape IV DLTtape IV
Average Tape Capacity 20/40 GB 35/70 GB 40/80 GB
Mailslot Capacity 1 slot 1 slot 1 slot
Number of Drives 1 or 2 1 or 2 1 or 2
Total System Capacity up to 720 GB up to 1.26 TB up to 1.44 TB
Recommended System Size 150-250GB 250-350 GB 300-400 GB
Maximum Transfer Rate w/2 drives 185/360 MB per minute 600/1200 MB per minute 360/720 MB per minute
Accessories Included 1 slot physical mailbox
1 Barcode Reader
Barcode Labels (1-99)
1 DLTtape™ IV
SCSI terminator
Cleaning Cartridge
Power Cord
HVD LD50/MD68
15' interface cable
2944 UW differential Adaptec card
Accessories Required Backup Software
DLTtape Cartridges
Expansion Drives 93-0148-01 DLT4000 HVD 93-0150-01 DLT7000 HVD 93-0201-01 DLT8000 HVD
Accessory Options 39-1049-11 DLTtape IV 7pk
10-1338-02(up to -11) Barcode Labels

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